MDRD Technician

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Receive record and dispatch request for equipment from all nursing areas including the O.R. Decontaminate, inspect process, sterilize, store and distribute medical/surgical equipment to Nursing Units; identify and process operating room instruments; check and replenish medical/surgical equipment and supplies using a barcoding and inventory system; prepare case carts for surgical procedures including "stats", and operate steam sterilizers. Process, package and sterilize equipment using hydrogen peroxide; monitor and record information regarding equipment; decontaminate respiratory equipment; and, other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
* Successful completion of a recognized community college program (with required practicum) for Medical Device Reprocessing, or the CSAO course and at least two years' experience in MDRD (experience must be within the past 12 months);
* Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of cleaning, inspecting, testing and packaging of OR, OPD, EOR, Birthing Suite, and Renal instrumentation;
* Current knowledge of anaesthetic and respiratory equipment:
* Current knowledge of E-Req System;
* Working knowledge of infection control;
* Ability to learn quickly, be precise and proficient, retain what has been taught, be decisive;
* Requires good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
* Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision;
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
* Physical ability to perform constant lifting (trays and other supplies and equipment), continuous pushing, unremitting pulling and steering of carts, climbing of ladders, stooping, bending and standing (including walking/standing approximately 90% of the shift);
* Knowledge of medical terminology, an asset; and
* Previous experience in a Health Care setting, preferred.
*Must have satisfactory performance record;
*Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
*Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.

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