Medical Device Reprocessing Technician – Casual

KDH is seeking a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, on a casual basis. The successful candidate will share the KDH commitment to Patient and Family Centred Care and possess the following qualifications and related experience.

Why should you work at KDH?

• Competitive wages based on central and local collective agreements
• Excellent benefits with medical, dental and vision plans for full-time employees (extended healthcare and/or dental care available for part-time employees)
• HOOPP Pension program
• Internal cross-training opportunities
• Regular meetings with managers to engage and provide feedback
• Recognition programs
• Long service awards
• Employee discounts through corporate partnerships
• Small rural community hospital with a wide variety of services that has a big impact on regional programs
• 20 minutes south of Ottawa on the 416 going against traffic = easy commute
• Rural living with all the amenities of city life

Qualifications:

• Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate from an accredited college (preferred);
• Proof of CSA recertification every five years:
• Current CSAO/MDRAO membership (preferred);
• Recent experience in medical device reprocessing within a hospital setting (within 2 years, 2+ year’s experience preferred);
• Working knowledge of autoclave, suction equipment, flash sterilizer, quality assurance equipment, and endoscopy instrumentation and reprocessor;
• Strong attention to detail is critical for ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of sterilization processes;
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, are important for collaborating with other healthcare professionals and documenting procedures accurately;

Starting Wage:

Kemptville District Hospital recognizes that bias and discrimination are barriers to the equitable treatment of individuals and groups in our society. Fostering an environment of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our people, perspectives, policies, and programs will help to achieve our mission. We are committed to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of all staff and team members who respect and reflect the diverse experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of Canada’s population. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where our team feels empowered to bring their whole self to work every day.

Please note: In order to work in a healthcare facility, the Public Hospitals Act 1990, Regulation 965 requires all employees to provide proof of up-to-date immunization/vaccines for the following diseases: Tuberculin Skin Testing (TB), Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria (DTap), Influenza (during flu season) and three COVID shots. ​​This proof must be provided to our Occupational Health Office in order to be cleared to work.

Kemptville District Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We will provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation during any stage of the hiring process, please contact Debbie Allingham at 613-258-6133 x200 or dallingham@kdh.on.ca.