Job Description

The Faculty of Dentistry promotes and provides oral health care as an integral component of overall health for regional, national and international communities through quality education, research and service. Reporting to the Manager of MDR, the MDR Technician performs all duties associated with the collection and distribution of patient care items and the decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, sterilization handling, storage, picking and dispensing of patient care medical devices and supplies.
Key Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, complete all phases of Dental Clinic sterilization process including picking of supplies for all dental treatments.
• Prioritize workload to meet clinical requirements of all Dental Clinic units for approximately 400 appointments daily.
• Check approximately 40 different tray setups, kits and packaged items. Remove excess consumable debris from tray set ups as required.
• Ensure all items are correctly assembled, packaged, sealed, identified and sorted for appropriate sterilization method.
• Complete testing procedures to ensure proper operation of sterilization equipment.
• Participate in monitoring stock of regular and consumable supplies, and partake in the annual inventory.

NoteDue to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.Required Qualifications

• Registered Central Service Technician (Purdue University Correspondence Course, or equivalent), plus approximately one to three years\' of experience working in a health care or hospital environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Organizational skills as well as the ability to multi-task and set priorities.

The successful candidate must provide proof of up-to-date immunization for the following: Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Chicken Pox and Hepatitis B. A copy of the lab report for Hepatitis B surface antibodies must be provided along with evidence of the 2 Step Mantoux (Tuberculin) test. Annual Influenza inoculation is recommended. The successful candidate must keep their immunization status current during their employment.Assets
Job CompetenciesThe successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie\'s core competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Service
Additional InformationDalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application ConsiderationBargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.
Diversity StatementDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi\'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visitPosting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies 1
Open Date 07/19/2024
Close Date 07/26/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Optional Documents * Cover Letter

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