Lead Hand - Medical Device Reprocessing

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority•Winnipeg, MB

4d•CA$27 - CA$31•Onsite

About The Position

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations. Reporting to the Manager, the incumbent organizes and coordinates the work flow to eliminate production problems, ensures efficient utilization of all resources, provides direction to front line staff, and conducts Quality Assurance audits and inspections.

Requirements

Complete Grade 12 education, Manitoba standards, required.
Successful completion of a recognized Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Program required.
Two years current Medical Device Reprocessing experience required.
Must have a complete knowledge of the required legal and quality documentation.
Must have a complete and thorough understanding of aseptic technique and all the various stages involved with processing medical devices.
Must have a complete and thorough understanding of the function of sterilizing equipment, washer/decontaminators, pasteurizers, sterile drying cabinets and heat sealers.
Proven ability to give small presentations and train staff.
Demonstrated ability to remain technically current in the field.
Typing speed 40 wpm.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications with proficiency in Excel.
Demonstrated ability to provide direction to others.
Must be self-motivated, with a strong aptitude for customer service.
Must possess good analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work effectively in a highly stressful environment and be able to work independently.
Must be fluent in written and oral English.
Must be capable of applying knowledge to make decisions independently.
A proven orientation toward quality production is required.
Must be able to delegate responsibilities fairly and appropriately.
Periods of continuous walking and standing.
Moderate amount of hand, arm, and shoulder movement.
Work involves exposure to infectious blood and body fluids, Ethylene Oxide and WHMIS products.
Work involves tight time frames.
Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

Training in supervisory skills an asset.
Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.