Surgical Processor

Your Opportunity:
Description:
As a Surgical Processor, you will be responsible for the decontamination, reassembly and sterilization of hospital supplies, equipment and surgical instrumentation. You will use the principles of aseptic technique and follow Universal Precautions in the prevention of Hospital Acquired Infections (HAI). You will ensure instrumentation and equipment is in proper working order, perform biological, chemical and quality assurance testing and report problems to the supervisor or designate.
- **Recovery Alberta**:N
- ** Classification**:Surgical Processor
- ** Union**:AUPE GSS
- ** Unit and Program**:Colon Cancer Screening Center
- ** Primary Location**:FMC Treatment Res Wellness
- ** Location Details**:As Per Location
- ** Multi-Site**:Not Applicable
- ** FTE**:1.00
- ** Posting End Date**:09-OCT-2024
- ** Employee Class**:Regular Full Time
- ** Date Available**:28-OCT-2024
- ** Hours per Shift**:9.75
- ** Length of Shift in weeks**:3
- ** Shifts per cycle**:12
- ** Shift Pattern**:Days, Evenings
- ** Days Off**:As Per Rotation
- ** Minimum Salary**:$23.51
- ** Maximum Salary**:$26.80
- ** Vehicle Requirement**:Not Applicable

**Required Qualifications**:
Completion of an accredited Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) program. Completion of an Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) certification or Canadian Standards Association (CSA) certification.

**Additional Required Qualifications**:
Excellent verbal communication skills working with a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to work in an enclosed area that required the ability to stand for long periods at a time. The position requires frequent walking, bending, lifting and constant repetitive motions. Carrying weights of up to 20 lbs for small periods at a time is an expectation of this position. The position requires the frequent handling of chemicals and biohazard materials which will require the use of protective gear including mask, protective eyewear, gloves and clothing when working with these materials. Must be available to work Friday’s. The CCSC has Monday to Friday operating hours.

**Preferred Qualifications**:
Previous surgical processor experience of 1-2 years is an asset.