Utility Transport Aide

OverviewJoin to apply for the Utility Transport Aide role at Humber River Health.Humber River Health is a community hospital committed to high-quality patient care, technology-enabled workflow, and collaboration across sites.Employment Status: Part-timeHours of Work: Days, evenings, nights, statutory Holidays and weekendsLocation: Across all sitesLabour Group: NOWU ServiceReporting Relationship: Director, Projects & Biomedical EngineeringHourly Rate: $26.356 - $26.877Position SummaryThe Utility Transport Aide is responsible for operating and maintaining the flusher disinfector cleaners; Arjo Tornado and Typhoon machines; equipment inventory and battery replacement, and performs a variety of activities which supports nursing care and unit activities. These unit activities focus on the provision of supplies and hardware which include reprocess able items (bedpans, basins and urinals) and transporting soiled medical devices to Sterile Processing Department (SPD).Reporting Relationship: Utility Transport Aide will report directly to the Director of Projects & Biomedical Engineering and work closely with the Infection Prevention and Control Coordinators.ResponsibilitiesUnderstand and comply with Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures.Seek clarification when unsure of a policy, a procedure or an assignmentSign in at the beginning of your shift, as well as, sign out at the end of the shift via computer (Meditech)Pick up Ascom phone and sign out.Test the disinfectorsOperate Flusher Disinfector Cleaner: Arjo Tornado and TyphoonTrack Arjo usage and disinfect Arjo machines on a weekly basisEnsure full completeness of inventory of hardware and specified equipment for each assigned areaRTLS equipment battery checks and replacementsStock Clean Equipment room with appropriate stock level of hardwareCoordinate departmental needs with SPD, including but not limited toPick Up delivery timesRe-ordering of HardwareStocking of pre-approved stock level of hardwarePick up soiled instrumentsDispose of any cracked or damaged hardwareWork collaboratively and proactively with Environmental Services and SPD personnel to ensure timely availability of medical/surgical suppliesWipe down disinfector each dayReport immediately all incomplete assignments, malfunctioning equipment or exceptional events to the dispatch call centre, IPAC department and Director of Projects & Biomedical EngineeringAll employees of HRH share a common responsibility to act in accordance with the commitment to safe and compassionate patient care and a safe and healthy work environmentPerform all other duties as assignedAt the RCC site, this role will also be responsible for patient portering and soiled carts transportGeneral ResponsibilitiesAll employees of HRH share a common responsibility to act in accordance with the commitment to safe and compassionate patient care and a safe and healthy work environmentWork in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations including but not limited to: use or wear of equipment or protective devices or clothing for safety purposes, report to their manager any contravention of this Act or regulations or the existence of any hazards of which he or she knowsHave knowledge and understanding of the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) in relation to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and attend all required Health and Safety trainingRequirementsKnowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (attend training as required)Knowledge and understanding of Reprocessing and Sterile Supply ProcessingMedical Device Reprocessing (MDR) or Sterile College certification requiredKnowledge of medical supplies and high level disinfection equipment requiredKnowledge of Infection Prevention and Control StandardsTwo years of recent related hospital medical/surgical supply experienceGrade 12 education or equivalentDemonstrated ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervisionDemonstrated ability to cope with physical demands such as walking, bending, pushing, and heavy lifting (ability to lift 25-30 pounds repeatedly)Ability to handle stressful situations in a fast paced environmentAbility to operate, with training, machinery, i.e. DisinfectorsAbility to function while wearing personal protective equipment - gowns, gloves, eyewear and masksEffective customer service skills requiredExcellent attendance and discipline-free record requiredWhy choose Humber River Health?At Humber River Health, staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture of engagement. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups and provide accommodations during recruitment and employment as needed.Equity and AccommodationApplicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability, medical condition, or any protected category. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Please direct any accommodation requests to our recruitment team.EEO and Accessibility statements retained as required.Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Humber River Health. #J-18808-Ljbffr