Surgical Systems Technician (CUPE), MDRD - Part Time - Markham Stouffville Hospital

Oak Valley Health•Markham, ON

4d•CA$28 - CA$31•Onsite

About The Position

Oak Valley Health is seeking a Surgical Systems Technician (CUPE) for a Part-Time position at Markham Stouffville Hospital. This role provides essential support in Endoscope Reprocessing, working collaboratively with the inter-professional team. The position requires adherence to strict standards for working within a sterile environment and maintaining reprocessing standards for endoscopes. The successful candidate will be patient-centered, perform at an exemplary standard, and possess excellent communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills.

Requirements

Graduate of a Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) program at a recognized College or MDRD certification with recent experience in a MDRD and appropriate recertification (every 5 years)
Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instrumentation, reprocessing equipment, and sterile technique
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within the interprofessional team
Excellent organizational skills with an ability to prioritize
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment requiring minimal supervision
Ability to work weekday, evening and weekend day shifts
Demonstrated good attendance and performance record with the ability to maintain this same standard
Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families etc) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.

Nice To Haves

Recent experience in a MDRD setting is an asset
Endoscope reprocessing certificate, from a recognized endoscopy vendor, within the last 5 years is an asset
Recent Endoscope reprocessing experience is preferred
Membership with MDRAO is an asset
Experience with computers would be an asset

Responsibilities

Stocking and verification of consumable and reusable supplies in sterile storage area, procedure rooms and anaesthesia carts
Ordering and checking procedural case carts
Ordering and maintaining departmental general supplies and linen
Assisting the staff in preparation of procedure rooms between cases (turnover)
Assembly and preparation of specialized equipment and supplies for procedures and assist with the disassembly after procedures
Handling of sterile and high level disinfected supplies and equipment
Reprocessing of endoscopes and general surgical instruments
Operating AER, and maintaining reprocessing standards of endoscopes
Working and adhering to standards for work within a sterile environment