MDRD Technician (CEN)

Job Number: JR107472 Job Title: MDRD Technician (CEN) Union: CUPE Union: CUPE Job Category: Paramedical Hospital Location: Centenary Site Job Type: Permanent, Part time Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $29.75 - $31.546 Hours: Days, Afternoons, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca

Reporting to the Manager, Medical Devices Reprocessing, you will be responsible for the processing, decontamination and sterilization of hospital supplies.

Requirements:

• Central Services Certificate or Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate from an accredited Community College
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the principles of decontamination, instrument inspection, assembly and packaging, endoscopy, sterilization and sterile storage and distribution
• MDRD competency test will be conducted, passing score of 80% required
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of importance of infection prevention and control in the reprocessing of medical devices
• Demonstrates good customer service and organizational skills
• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to make quick assessments to establish timely priorities in a very fast paced department
• Demonstrates excellent English reading, writing, speaking and comprehension skills
• Experience in functioning within a team concept with good interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation.
• Understand the importance in utilization of personal protective equipment, identify and reports hazards
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
• Strong work ethic and commitment is required
• Demonstrated high standards of work outputs
• Highly punctual
• Demonstrated professionalism and reliability

Asset:

• CSA certification in medical device reprocessing

This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. 

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values. 

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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