Step into the world of medical device reprocessing with a pivotal role at Mount Sinai Hospital's renowned Medical Device Reprocessing Department (MDRD) as an MDR Assistant. In this position you will ensure that all medical facilities within our hospital system are equipped with sterile and properly functioning equipment, directly impacting patient care and safety.
This position not only allows you to become highly proficient with modern reprocessing technologies but also places you at the heart of a department that is a gold standard in Canada, providing a pathway to professional growth and expertise.
Is this you?
You are looking for more than just a job; you seek a position where every day presents an opportunity to learn and contribute to a vital healthcare service. Your commitment to high standards of practice ensure that every action you take enhances patient care. Moreover, your work contributes to environmental sustainability by diverting reusable instrumentation from landfills.
You are meticulous and reliable, someone who recognizes the critical nature of your work in maintaining departmental efficiency and upholding the integrity of medical processes. With a knack for punctuality and strong organizational skills, you handle the critical responsibilities of transporting and managing medical devices with utmost care. Your ability to follow detailed instructions and adapt to a structured training regimen makes you an ideal candidate for this role.
If you lack previous health care experience, but have a keen interest in building a career within the industry, this position is a great entry-point. Our robust orientation process takes into account varied learning curves, meaning you won't be rushed into practice before you’re fully confident and prepared.
At Mount Sinai, you will join a community of dedicated professionals who are leaders in their field, ready to guide and train you in best practices in an environment that exceeds national standards. This is an opportunity to grow your career in a setting that values knowledge, efficiency, and above all, patient safety.
About The Medical Device Reprocessing Department
The MDRD at Mount Sinai Hospital is a cornerstone of our health care facility, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety through the meticulous cleaning, sterilization, and preparation of surgical instruments. The department employs advanced technologies, including Reverse Osmosis System, ultrasonic cleaners and built-in infection prevention features such as epoxy floors without joints; bio-clad, seam-free walls; temperature and humidity controls. Our dedicated team supports multiple Sinai Health locations and a wide range of medical procedures by delivering over 140,000 sterilized packages annually, directly contributing to the hospital's mission of excellent patient care and safety.
In This Role You Will - Be responsible for the daily replenishment/distribution of soiled, clean, sterile and non-sterile items to required locations, e.g. Nursing, Clinical and Support areas, etc.
- Collect soiled equipment from all MDRD customers on a scheduled basis
- Document all trips and communicates any issues to the supervisor(s) e.g. no items for pick up, etc.
- Transfer sterile / unsterile devices between carts
- Ensure devices received from MDRD customers are handled carefully and contained appropriately and correctly prior to delivery to the MDRD and/or the end user
- Ensure empty carts, skids and totes are returned and placed in the appropriate locations as determined by the department
- Maintain clean and organized inventory rooms
- Document the receipt and delivery of soiled, clean, sterile and non-sterile medical devices / supplies using computerized inventory systems.
- Accurately track inventory in designated locations, via scanner technology, putting away stock in a timely and efficient manner
- Review quantities received, check discrepancies, following established procedures and reports discrepancies to supervisor(s) in a timely manner
- Monitor end-user activity and reports deficiencies, e.g. missing soiled collection containers, rapidly depleting inventory, item errors, etc. to management team
- Respond to standard and emergency calls from customers requiring reprocessing or requests for additional items, to ensure timely and efficient delivery of equipment to and from the MDRD, Peel Pouch Supply, etc.
Job Requirements
Mandatory
- Successful completion of a high school diploma
- Demonstrated experience with inventory distribution and replenishment
- Must be able to obtain a minimum of 65% in job related exercise including the instrument recognition portion
Preferred
- Current Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate from an Accredited Community College
- 1-2 years of recent and related experience working in a medical device reprocessing department
- Experience with medical/surgical supplies
Skills and Knowledge
- Working knowledge of medical device reprocessing
- Strong knowledge of aseptic methods and practices
- Demonstrated computer experience and knowledge, preferably with instrument tracking/inventory systems, scanner technology, photocopier, telephone, etc. with the ability to adapt to technological change
- Accurate with strong attention to detail; good understanding of quality control and assurance
- Exercises initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment, completing tasks within scheduled times
- Superior customer service focus with the ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner
- Must be able to work with organic and inorganic residues such as blood, bodily fluids, secretions, etc. as found on medical devices
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position in order to perform the essential duties of the job which requires walking, standing, and bending for extended periods of time e.g. constant standing and walking; lifting / pushing up to 25lbs
If this sounds like you and you are eager to advance your career within sterile processing, apply today and let us know why you’d be a great addition to our team!
