OR Assistant

Job Description:
RVH has the largest surgical program in the North Simcoe Muskoka Local Health Integration Network (NSM LHIN) with 65% of surgeons and approximately 80,000 surgical cases annually.

As part of the Endoscopy/Cystoscopy Department team, as the Service Technician (ST) you will provide reprocessed equipment and scopes for Endoscopy and Cystoscopy following CSAO Standards. The ST is familiar with preference cards and works closely with Perioperative Staff to maintain equipment and resources required for surgical procedures, and assist with department patient flow and efficiency.

As a qualified candidate you will have the following job requirements:

• Grade 12 education essential
• CSAO Certification or equivalent course in Sterile Processing Techniques essential
• Endoscopy reprocessing training.
• Knowledge of medical terminology an asset
• Experience with aseptic technique and processing of surgical instruments essential
• Experience with processing of gastrointestinal and urological scopes and equipment an asset
• Ability and experience demonstrated through positive attendance, performance appraisals and work history

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality essential
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a team setting
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others and strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional manner at all times, demonstrating flexibility, sound judgment and adaptability in decision making, problem solving and team building to function as an effective team member