Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of the Medical Device Reprocessing Department, the key function of this role will be to workas part of a team performing tasks related to reprocessing medical instruments, devices and equipment.

Required

• Grade 12 education or equivalent combination of education and experience,
• Valid Certification in Medical Devices Reprocessing through completion of Medical Device Reprocessing Association of Ontario (MDRAO)Techniques course, completion of a course from a recognized Community College in medical device reprocessing within the last 5 years, or current status from the Canadian Standards Association certification. (Please note: IAHCSMM certification will be recognized providing the required courses CRCST and CER are complete and valid. A condition of employment would be that the successful candidate recertify through the MDRAO within one year of your start date),
• Must successfully complete the required training program within probationary period,
• Must successfully complete an annual skill update program,
• Must successfully fit test for N95 mask. Required to wear task specific PPE,

Duties

• Works as part of a team performing tasks related to reprocessing medical instruments,
devices and equipment,
• Collaborates with nursing staff within the OR as an inter-professional team,
• Prepares instruments for sterilization and operates equipment used in the cleaning and
sterilizing process,
• Inspects and assembles equipment and carts according to established guidelines,
• Performs all assignments in accordance with QHC procedures, QHC Infection Control
Guidelines, CSA standards, Health Canada and manufacturer’s instructions,
• Completes records and legal documentation as required by the above standards,
• Utilize computer systems as required with working knowledge of Meditech software, and
• Other duties as assigned.

Trenton Memorial Hospital (TMH) is located in Quinte West, along the beautiful Bay of Quinte. Home to Canada's largest military air base, 8 Wing Trenton, this area boasts exceptional beaches and nature trails, and offers boating, fishing, festivals, and community events that will enrich your family life. Adjacent to the beautiful communities of Belleville, Brighton, Prince Edward and Hastings Counties, Quinte West has so much to offer. Trenton Memorial Hospital provides 24/7 emergency services, has a bustling inpatient unit for acute medical patients, performs an array of day surgery procedures and is the regional centre for ophthalmology. TMH also provides a range of outpatient clinical and diagnostic services including cardiology, pulmonary function testing, diabetes education and management, medical day clinic, mammography, CT, X-ray and laser light urology.The staff, physicians and volunteers at TMH are passionate about providing quality care and treat patients like extended family. They are a skilled, compassionate team of health care professionals with an undeniable loyalty to their hospital and each other.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength
• Required Frequently – lifting 21 pounds’ maximum average, and
• Required Occasionally – pushing/pulling.
Mobility
• Required Constantly – standing - Required Frequently – kneeling, crouching/squatting,
neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist movements, gripping, pinching, and
• Required Occasionally – fine finger movements, foot action.
Dexterity
• Required Frequently – neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist normal range of motion, gripping,
pinching, fine finger movements, and
• Required Occasionally – balancing, foot action.

Equal Opportunity

Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or humanresources@qhc.on.ca for assistance.

Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.