NL Health Services
Location
Corner Brook, NL | Canada
Job description
Job Description
Location: Sites throughout NL Health Services Western Zone
2024 New Sterile Supply Technician Grads
Hours Based on needs of the department
Salary CG-22($22.41-$24.69
Competition Number WH - 2023001286
Posted Date 25 September 2023
Closing Date Open until filled
About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.
NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca
Job Summary
The Sterile Supply Technician (SST) is responsible for performing a series of detailed technical duties related to decontamination, high level disinfection, sterilization, reassembly and function testing of flexible endoscopes, reusable medical devices, equipment and surgical instruments throughout various areas of the hospital. It includes performing quality testing to validate equipment function and documenting results, assembling and packing instruments and tray, and participating in the evaluation and trial of medical devices. This is completed in accordance with the principles of Infection Prevention and Control, safety standards, Western Health policies and Manufacturer's instructions for use. Performs other related tasks as required with regard to Medical Device Reprocessing within Eastern Health.
Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Constantly handles or moves medical supplies, equipment, instrument containers, and wraps up to 11 lbs; occasionally handles material up to 22 lbs and pushes and pulls carts using medium force up to 44 lbs.
Constantly stands and walks for an extended period of time and lift, push, and pull trays; regularly works in awkward/cramped positions.
Occasionally sits when working on the computer.
Constantly uses fine finger or precision work on the computer and operates hand tools to manually clean instruments/equipment.
Constantly requires visual concentration and hand-eye coordination.
Job Qualifications
Graduation from High school or equivalent.
Successful completion of a recognized Sterile Supply Technician/Medical Device Reprocessing program form a recognized/approved college within the last five years is required (if the program was completed more than five years ago, one must be working in reprocessing within the last five).
Current Certification as a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (CMDRT) by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) is an asset.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
Western Health values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.
A resume, supporting documentation, and the names of two employment references are required. Applicants who do not provide the necessary documentation as outlined on this job posting will not be considered.
To apply, go to If you are having issues when using eRecruit, please email [email protected] . Note: This email address does not accept applications.
Thank you for your interest in Western Health. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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