OVERVIEW
To apply the most current techniques and knowledge for the processing of sterile products in order to provide high quality service in the supply of med-surgical products and instrumentation to user areas. Responsible for decontamination, reprocessing and sterilization of equipment, supplies and surgical instrumentation.
EDUCATION
- Minimum of grade 12 or equivalent.
- Successful completion of MDRD certification from an accredited college (completion of program within the last 2 years) required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- One-year experience (within the last 2 years) working in an MDRD environment required.
- Adheres to hospital's workplace safety standards pertinent to position.
- Experience in the functions of assembly, prep and package, decontamination of surgical case carts/instruments/trays/equipment.
- Computer skills.
- Able to demonstrate good decision-making and problem solving skills.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lift 25 lbs repeatedly and push items over 50 lbs repeatedly.
- Ability to work all shifts including weekends and night shift.
- Good work and attendance record required.
- All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) (formerly Toronto East General Hospital) agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
- All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient ad staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
- All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.