South Bruce Grey Health Centre
South Bruce Grey Health Centre (SBGHC) is a dynamic, multi-site health care organization serving four rural communities in southern Grey and Bruce Counties.
SBGHC serves a community of approximately 44,000 people, plus 10,000 seasonal residents and 30,000 tourists across our four hospital sites located in Chesley, Durham, Kincardine and Walkerton. Our staff of close to 400 people provide high quality care in a friendly and safe environment.
Position: Medical Device Reprocessing Technician
Region: Grey and Bruce
Description: Applications are currently being accepted for a temporary, full time Medical Device Reprocessing Technician at the Walkerton site of the South Bruce Grey Health Centre.
This temporary position is not to exceed February 2027. If the position is going to end prior to February 2027 or exceed February 2027 two weeks’ notice will be provided.
The MDRD technician is responsible for collecting and sorting soiled supplies and instruments from hospital departments; reprocessing endoscopes and operating machines such as reprocessor, instrument washers, cart washers and steam autoclaves to clean, reprocess and sterilize supplies for re-use. Assemble of packs of sterile supplies and instruments for delivery to hospital departments and keeping detailed records per department policies.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must possess a current certification with CSA or MDRAO
- Successful completion of a certified medical device reprocessing educational program required with recertification every five years is required.
- Possession of a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License and personal vehicle; ability to travel to different sites as required.
- Recent experience in a medical device reprocessing environment
- Recent experience in scope reprocessing
- Knowledge and applied experience of Healthcare MDRD infection control requirements
- Ability to carry out correct lifting and carrying techniques of items weighing up to 40 lbs
- Excellent problem solving, decision making and organization skills
- A thorough knowledge of instrumentation and medical/surgical supplies/equipment as it pertains to all surgical specialties
- Availability to work all shifts (days, evenings, nights and weekends)
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to effectively prioritize work load in a fast-paced work environment
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as ability to work independently
- Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment
- Commitment to continuing education
- Recent satisfactory attendance and performance records
- Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at SBHGC through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
Employees of SBGHC are eligible to apply for funding towards maintenance of required education and certifications, as per the Corporate Learning Policy.
Salary: $25.56 - $26.28 per hour
Terms of Employment: Temporary, full-time
Deadline for Application: Saturday, October 31, 2026
How to Apply: To be considered for this position please submit a cover letter and
resume to Human Resources by email at postings@sbghc.on.ca, indicating posting #2608126 in the subject line.
SBGHC is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants however
only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SBGHC will
provide reasonable accommodation in compliance with AODA when notified
by a candidate that accommodation due to a disability is required for
the interview process.
Thank you for your continued interest in South Bruce Grey Health
Centre. We deeply value and celebrate the principles of equity,
diversity, inclusion, and belonging, as they are integral to the
enrichment of our work environment. We believe that by fostering an
inclusive and diverse community, we can achieve our mission of providing
exceptional healthcare services to all individuals with compassion and
respect. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We
welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our
organization including, but not limited to women, racial or ethnic
minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, persons with
Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQI+ communities.
Location: Walkerton, Durham
Profession Type: Other