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Location- This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

The School of Dentistry is looking for a motivated Medical Device Reprocessing Technicians (MDRT), interested in opportunities to join a dynamic team, supporting excellence in education and patient care.
Working under the Supervision of the Medical Device Reprocessing Supervisor (MDRS) and day-to-day support with the Central Sterilization (CS) Lead, the MDRT is responsible for the duties related to the decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, wrapping, and sterilization of the Oral Health Clinics dental instruments.

This is a recurring position and there are inactive periods that will be based in accordance with the School’s operational requirements for the Fall, Winter and Spring terms start and end periods. The approximate inactive time periods may be between 5-6 weeks and can include: late April – late August, a week in November, mid December – early January and a week in February.

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world’s top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.

• Follows the Standard Operating Procedures for the cleaning, inspecting, packaging, and sterilization of dental instrumentation

• Is knowledgeable and skilled in the use and maintenance of all medical device reprocessing equipment including, but not limited to instrument and cart washers, instrument tracking systems, hand piece maintenance systems and sterilizers

• Sorts, assembles, and packages dental and surgical instruments and equipment

• Maintains currency and follows all standards with School of Dentistry policies, Infection Prevention and Control protocols (IPC), as well as the adoption of current Canadian Standards Association (CSA), Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) and Alberta Health Services (AHS), Alberta Dental Association and College (ADA+C), and The College of Registered Dental Hygienists of Alberta (CRDHA) Health Services or Health Canada, as applicable to the School of Dentistry

• Participates in student/guest orientation and/or demonstration as needed

• Other duties as required

• Current MDRT certification, HSPA or CSA

• Familiarity of basic dental terminology an asset

• People skills to collaborate and interact effectively with others within a dynamic team-based environment

• Fluent in speaking, reading, comprehending and writing English

• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and perform tasks accurately with attention to detail

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Computer proficiency in MS office (Word and Excel) required

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

• Must be able to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package*.*

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.