Med Device Reprocessing Tech

Unit Summary

Peri-operative Services at the Juravinski, General and McMaster University Medical Center sites of the Hamilton Health Sciences, encompasses all aspects of surgical care, pre-operatively, intra-operatively and post-operatively for both adults and children, and the Medical Device Reprocessing for all sites. The program further supports the Acute Pain Service across the 3 sites. With over 26,000 surgeries annually, on both an inpatient and outpatient basis, the Peri-operative Program focuses on innovation in treatment, academic health professional training and collaborative research.

Position Summary

The role of the Medical Device Reprocessing Technician involves decontamination, reprocessing and preparation of all reusable medical and surgical equipment, specialty supplies, instrumentation, procedure and surgical trays. Performs other duties as assigned.

Schedule Work Hours

days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays


Shifts are 10 hours. All shifts/rotations are subject to change

 1. Grade 12 education or equivalent
2. CSAO Techniques Course or equivalent course, or successful completion of CSAO Course within the last 5 years
3. Recent relevant experience with a minimum 1-2 years technical/reprocessing experience
4. Demonstrated knowledge of instrumentation, experience, and manual dexterity in handling and preparation of complex surgical instruments
5. Ability to follow instructions and to work with limited supervision
6. Ability to work as part of a team and to encourage teamwork
7. Strong Interpersonal and Communication skills
8. Ability to read, write comprehensively and understand English
9. Ability to prioritize tasks
10. Able to lift and carry heavy items, push and pull carts, stand and walk for prolonged periods and perform repetitive tasks
11. Ability to work with cleaning agents and germicides and wear personal protective attire