Medical Device Reprocessing Technician 2
About the role
Requisition ID: 405702
Position Number: 20019876
Posting End Date: July 1, 2026
City: Winnipeg
Employer: Shared Health
Site: Health Sciences Centre
Department / Unit: Medical Device Reprocessing 2 - HSC
Job Stream: Clinical Support
Union: CUPE
Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 07/03/2026 - 10/31/2027
Reason for Term: Other Leave
FTE: 0.40
Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings
Work Arrangement: In Person
Daily Hours Worked: 7.75
Annual Base Hours: 2015
Salary: $25.778 , $26.535 , $27.317 , $28.123 , $28.953 , $29.809
Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.
Position Overview
Reprocesses more complex specialized surgical instruments in preparation for sterilization including: disassembling, manual washing, ultrasonic washing, quality assurance checks such as functionality and cleanliness, and reassembly of complex equipment such as the computerized stereotactic neurological instruments. Reassembles the more complex surgical sets with the various instrumentation (e.g. spinal instrumentation). The more complex instrumentation often has specialized handling instructions and often the cost of the equipment prohibits having more than one in the facility. Maintains an awareness of the subtle complexities of the instruments from all of the specialties. Reads and interprets the slate in order to anticipate surgical requirements for surgical cases on current and future shifts. Utilizes a generated pick list to complete instrumentation and consumables required for Case cart. Maintains an understanding of the dynamics of sterilization and an ability to operate any sterilization system in use within the department including preparing the device for a particular sterilization technique, operating the sterilizer, and processing monitoring readings, error codes and quality assurance for load releases. Maintains an understanding of and adheres to Quality Assurance Policies and Procedures. Handles and transports sterile supplies. Applies inverting rotation and sterility maintenance principles. Interacts in person and/or on the telephone with operating room personnel to ensure supply issues are met. Transports soiled surgical instruments and equipment, while ensuring infection control principles are followed. Critical problem-solving and decision-making is required including: prioritization of which instrument to process to meet surgical requirement; customer service complaints; dialoging with surgical staff regarding missing instruments; and determining that equipment is functional prior to preparing for sterilization. Acts as a liaison with nursing staff when preparing for emergency trauma cases.
Experience
Previous Medical Device Reprocessing Technician I experience required. Previous case cart picking preferred.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Complete Grade 12 education, Manitoba standards, required. Successful completion of a recognized Sterile Processing Technician program required.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
Not Applicable
Qualifications And Skills
Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values. Must understand and apply safety principles to self, staff and patients, and demonstrate good customer service. Basic computer skills required. Must have a good knowledge of surgical instrumentation, consumable supplies and sterilization techniques. Must be fluent in written and verbal English, and possess good interpersonal and communication skills. Must be versatile and rotate through and assist with all the assignments. Must be capable of working under pressure and performing a wide range of duties that may require independent action. Must be able to apply knowledge through experience to organize duties systematically. Must be cooperative, alert, accept directions, and be able to function as a team member.
Physical Requirements
Work involves frequent exposure to infectious body and blood borne organisms when working with soiled equipment and toxic effects when working with ETO sterilizers and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) products. Position involves meticulous attention to detail with regards to technical and mechanical ability. Must maintain a clean and orderly work environment. Pushing and pulling sterilizer carts and supply carts as required. Bending and stooping. Loading and unloading of carts. Lifting and positioning of articles in excess of 30 pounds (i.e. OR instrument pans, etc.). Repetitive hand arm and shoulder motions and long periods of standing. Potential for burns from working with steam sterilizers and hot carts.
This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.
We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.
Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.
This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.
Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.
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About Shared Health-Soins Communs
Shared Health was founded in values that celebrate the diversity of our province and pursue equity of access to health services for all Manitobans by bringing together clinical experts from across the province to deliver a patient-centred, accessible and responsive health system.
We work collaboratively with regional health authorities, service delivery organizations and communities to ensure the health care needs of Manitobans are met compassionately, effectively and as close to home as possible. Shared Health’s scope and services continue to evolve as part of Manitoba’s broader health system transformation.
We are committed to ongoing innovation in delivering health care services and recruiting, developing, and retaining dedicated employees. As health care providers, it is essential to understand and acknowledge that people experience and access health care in different ways. Shared Health strives to create inclusive environments that welcome and value the diversity of all Manitobans.
As a health system, we deliver services to diverse patient populations on the original lands of First Nations and Inuit peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. This acknowledgement is an important part of our continued efforts to identify, develop and implement culturally safe environments, practices and health-care services.
Respect for every individual, accountability, value and continuous improvement and learning are four pillars guiding Manitoba’s Quality and Learning Framework. A deep and ongoing commitment to this framework and its principles are key to creating a health care environment that is free of judgement, equally safe and inclusive.
To find out more visit sharedhealthmb.ca/careers/ or https://healthcareersmanitoba.ca/.
This page is intended for informational purposes only. We do not provide clinical advice. Account not monitored 24/7. Emergency: Dial 911 or go to the emergency department.
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Medical Device Reprocessing Technician 2
About the role
Requisition ID: 405702
Position Number: 20019876
Posting End Date: July 1, 2026
City: Winnipeg
Employer: Shared Health
Site: Health Sciences Centre
Department / Unit: Medical Device Reprocessing 2 - HSC
Job Stream: Clinical Support
Union: CUPE
Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 07/03/2026 - 10/31/2027
Reason for Term: Other Leave
FTE: 0.40
Anticipated Shift: Days;Evenings
Work Arrangement: In Person
Daily Hours Worked: 7.75
Annual Base Hours: 2015
Salary: $25.778 , $26.535 , $27.317 , $28.123 , $28.953 , $29.809
Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.
Position Overview
Reprocesses more complex specialized surgical instruments in preparation for sterilization including: disassembling, manual washing, ultrasonic washing, quality assurance checks such as functionality and cleanliness, and reassembly of complex equipment such as the computerized stereotactic neurological instruments. Reassembles the more complex surgical sets with the various instrumentation (e.g. spinal instrumentation). The more complex instrumentation often has specialized handling instructions and often the cost of the equipment prohibits having more than one in the facility. Maintains an awareness of the subtle complexities of the instruments from all of the specialties. Reads and interprets the slate in order to anticipate surgical requirements for surgical cases on current and future shifts. Utilizes a generated pick list to complete instrumentation and consumables required for Case cart. Maintains an understanding of the dynamics of sterilization and an ability to operate any sterilization system in use within the department including preparing the device for a particular sterilization technique, operating the sterilizer, and processing monitoring readings, error codes and quality assurance for load releases. Maintains an understanding of and adheres to Quality Assurance Policies and Procedures. Handles and transports sterile supplies. Applies inverting rotation and sterility maintenance principles. Interacts in person and/or on the telephone with operating room personnel to ensure supply issues are met. Transports soiled surgical instruments and equipment, while ensuring infection control principles are followed. Critical problem-solving and decision-making is required including: prioritization of which instrument to process to meet surgical requirement; customer service complaints; dialoging with surgical staff regarding missing instruments; and determining that equipment is functional prior to preparing for sterilization. Acts as a liaison with nursing staff when preparing for emergency trauma cases.
Experience
Previous Medical Device Reprocessing Technician I experience required. Previous case cart picking preferred.
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Complete Grade 12 education, Manitoba standards, required. Successful completion of a recognized Sterile Processing Technician program required.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
Not Applicable
Qualifications And Skills
Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values. Must understand and apply safety principles to self, staff and patients, and demonstrate good customer service. Basic computer skills required. Must have a good knowledge of surgical instrumentation, consumable supplies and sterilization techniques. Must be fluent in written and verbal English, and possess good interpersonal and communication skills. Must be versatile and rotate through and assist with all the assignments. Must be capable of working under pressure and performing a wide range of duties that may require independent action. Must be able to apply knowledge through experience to organize duties systematically. Must be cooperative, alert, accept directions, and be able to function as a team member.
Physical Requirements
Work involves frequent exposure to infectious body and blood borne organisms when working with soiled equipment and toxic effects when working with ETO sterilizers and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) products. Position involves meticulous attention to detail with regards to technical and mechanical ability. Must maintain a clean and orderly work environment. Pushing and pulling sterilizer carts and supply carts as required. Bending and stooping. Loading and unloading of carts. Lifting and positioning of articles in excess of 30 pounds (i.e. OR instrument pans, etc.). Repetitive hand arm and shoulder motions and long periods of standing. Potential for burns from working with steam sterilizers and hot carts.
This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.
We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.
Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.
This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.
Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.
Not the right fit? Search for Medical Device Reprocessing Technician 2 jobs in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
About Shared Health-Soins Communs
Shared Health was founded in values that celebrate the diversity of our province and pursue equity of access to health services for all Manitobans by bringing together clinical experts from across the province to deliver a patient-centred, accessible and responsive health system.
We work collaboratively with regional health authorities, service delivery organizations and communities to ensure the health care needs of Manitobans are met compassionately, effectively and as close to home as possible. Shared Health’s scope and services continue to evolve as part of Manitoba’s broader health system transformation.
We are committed to ongoing innovation in delivering health care services and recruiting, developing, and retaining dedicated employees. As health care providers, it is essential to understand and acknowledge that people experience and access health care in different ways. Shared Health strives to create inclusive environments that welcome and value the diversity of all Manitobans.
As a health system, we deliver services to diverse patient populations on the original lands of First Nations and Inuit peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. This acknowledgement is an important part of our continued efforts to identify, develop and implement culturally safe environments, practices and health-care services.
Respect for every individual, accountability, value and continuous improvement and learning are four pillars guiding Manitoba’s Quality and Learning Framework. A deep and ongoing commitment to this framework and its principles are key to creating a health care environment that is free of judgement, equally safe and inclusive.
To find out more visit sharedhealthmb.ca/careers/ or https://healthcareersmanitoba.ca/.
This page is intended for informational purposes only. We do not provide clinical advice. Account not monitored 24/7. Emergency: Dial 911 or go to the emergency department.