Part Time Surgical Suite Assistant, Sterile Processing Department - Jobs in Peterborough, ON

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DESCRIPTION:Position: Surgical Suite AssistantDepartment: SPDPosition Status: Part-TimeUnion: CUPENumber of Positions: 1HOURS OF WORK:Please note that the hours of work are approximate and are schedules are subject to change depending on operational needs. Any changes made to the hours of work will be done in accordance with the terms of the Collective Agreement.Type of Shifts: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends & HolidaysWHY WORK FOR US:Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a state-of-the-art regional hospital with a proud local history extending back over a century. With a capacity of 494 beds, our regional hospital has one of the busiest Emergency Department in Ontario and offers an extensive range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, and vascular surgery.We wouldnt be the hospital we are today without the people and nothing is more important to us then our team of dedicated employees. At PRHC, we pride ourselves on creating and maintaining an environment where people are valued, recognized, and treated with respect.We believe that the best way to support our patients is through our people. We do this by providing our employees with competitive and comprehensive benefit plans, a pension program with matching employer contribution, professional development opportunities, employee and family assistance program, health and wellness programs (gym and yoga memberships, annual wellness fair, travel discounts) and a learning fund for educational development. Exploring new positions, programs, or development initiatives is encouraged as it contributes to your personal and professional growth. PRHC supports and encourages you to pursue whatever path you choose.WHAT YOU’LL DO:Responsible for reprocessing, sterilization and/or distribution of medical/surgical supplies, both sterile and non-sterile, to all departments. Staff are required to learn and work through routines including Decontamination, Set-up, O.R. Steris V PRO, Case Carts, Respiratory, Sterilization/Collection/Distribution, Extra Duties, Days, Evenings & Midnight Shifts. Responsible for stocking, picking, cleaning and maintaining all equipment and supplies, and assisting with portering of patients to assist in the smooth functioning of the Operating Room, PACU and SPD. For a detailed description of each of these routines, please refer to the work routines section in the SPD/OR/PACU Department manual.WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• CSAO (Central Service Association of Ontario) or Sterile Processing Certificate required.
• Recertification within the last 2 years, unless currently working in a Sterile Processing department as a Surgical Suite Assistant.
• 1 year recent experience in the Sterile Processing Department preferred.
• Knowledge of decontamination, disinfection and sterile technique procedures, medical/surgical supplies and equipment would be an asset.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgement when performing duties.
• Demonstrated ability to work with precision and accuracy.
• Demonstrated professional attitude in a previous work setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique.
• Good knowledge of supply procurement.
• Good oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and use good judgement, and as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to read/understand and practice hospital/departmental safety responsibilities and precautions (eg. Universal precautions and WHMIS).
• This position involves assisting in moving, positioning and holding patients for extended time periods and moving heavy equipment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Available to work all shifts including weekends and stat holidays.
• Maintains a positive attendance record.

OUR COMMITMENT:Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should any applicant require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please Notify us by indicating you require an accommodation in your application form. A representative from Human Resources will be in touch with you to tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.While the Health Centre appreciates your expression of interest in this position(s), only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified.Quick Apply

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