Ward Aide (Family Birthing Centre)

OVERVIEW

Respsonsible for decontaminating, reprocessing and sterilization of equipment, supplies and surgical instrumentation. Cleaning of labour rooms and maintaining stock of supplies.

EDUCATION

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Current BLS.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent experience in a sterile processing area recommended.
• Recent experience working in the Operating Room and / or Obstetrical Units recommended.
• Demonstrated ability in cleaning of patient equipment and areas.
• Ability to lift 10 kg, transport patients, specimens, & supplies as required.
• Ability to work comfortably around labouring patients and newborns.
• Decontamination, preparation and sterilization of trays, basin sets, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to the principles of asepsis technique.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve effectively.
• Good decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Must be prepared to work in all areas of Maternal / Newborn & Child Health Services (skills & abilities considered).
• Good work and attendance record required.
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH) agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.
7 days ago