Medical Device Reprocessor - Toronto, OntarioMEDICAL DEVICE REPROCESSOR (2 Positions)Job Posting #: 926841Union: CUPESite: Toronto Western HospitalDepartment: Medical Device ReprocessingReports to: SupervisorSalary: $29.33 - $31.38 per hour (Start rate: $29.33 per hour in accordance with collective agreement requirements)
Shifts: Up to 22.5 hours per weekStatus: Permanent Part-TimePosted Date: January 11, 2024The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
DutiesPerforming procedures at multiple stations that are apart of the equipment re-use decontamination process, requiring care and considerable attention to detail
Checking and preparing supplies and inventory following special procedure, exerting extra care to handle extremely delicate and expensive equipment/instruments received from multiple locations
Performing high temperature steam, low temperature ethylene oxide and other forms of sterilization
Performing other related set up, cleaning and sterilization activities
Entering and updating records, in a timely manner
Utilizing knowledge of over 1000 instruments to effectively identify/differentiate between instruments in order to efficiently and correctly select, label, sort and inventory instruments at appropriate tables
Performing picking and issuing responsibilities
Maintaining the mobile Respiratory Therapy crash cart that containing the necessary supplies to retrieve victims of cardiac and respiratory arrest
Performing inventory control responsibilities to ensure receiving departments can function at optimum levels
Performing cross-functional and other duties as assigned and/or required
QualificationsAt minimum, completion of a post secondary certificate up to one year in Sterile Supplies Processing Techniques which includes a four week practicum OR completion of the Central Services Association of Ontario (CSAO) course, plus one year full time equivalent MDRD experience OR successful completion of the in house MDRD course, including one year MDRD experience or recognized equivalent
Membership with the Central Service Association of Ontario (CSAO) an asset
Proficient in the correct operation of all processing equipment
Knowledge of instrument technology
Knowledge of case cart picking procedure
Knowledge of sterilization/decontamination procedures/methods
Knowledge of microbiology principles
Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (W.H.M.I.S.)
Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and other relevant legislation
Maintains knowledge of over 1000 different surgical instruments
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently to understand verbal work orders and/or instructions
Ability to understand material such as detailed forms, standard memos and/or letters
Ability to understand materials such as detailed operating and procedures manuals, specialized and technical manuals
Ability to add, subtract and/or divide and calculate percentages
Compliance with Body Substance Precautions provisions.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job: able to lift 6 kg to 10 kg.
Compliance with sanitary, sterilization and infection control requirements
Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
Exercise initiative and good judgement with ability to multi-task
Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy
Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand
May be required to work at multiple areas as well as rotating shifts in emergency situations
Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
Competitive offer packages
Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.