Medical Device Reprocessing Technician - Mentorship - Regular Full-Time
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Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (MDR) Mentorship
This position provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to complete a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Mentorship Program designed to develop the technical knowledge, skills and competencies required to independently perform the duties of a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician. The mentorship program will include formal online education through Vancouver Community College, and a structured preceptorship at Whitehorse General Hospital. Successful completion of all educational and clinical components of the mentorship program is a condition of continued employment.
Upon successful completion of the mentorship program, the employee will continue in a permanent full-time Medical Device Reprocessing Technician position. Participation in the MDRD on-call rotation is a requirement of the position. The call schedule consists of evenings and weekends and is divided on a fair and equitable basis among Staff. Successful candidates will also be required to enter into a one (1) year Return of Service Agreement, commencing upon successful completion of the mentorship program and achievement of independent practice.
Regular Full-Time - 1.0 FTE
This position is at the L04 level with an hourly pay range of $32.22 to $40.77
(PSAC Bargaining Unit)
The following outlines the general responsibilities of the Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Position upon completion of the mentorship program.
Reporting to the Clinical Care Manager Surgical Services, the incumbent decontaminates specialized equipment; packages and processes instruments used in the O.R., all Yukon Hospital sites, and external partners; performs other related duties.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Knowledge of methods, techniques and procedures for sterilizing hospital equipment and surgical instruments
- Knowledge of surgical instruments
- Understanding of Universal Precautions
- Ability to operate and maintain hospital equipment and machines and handle delicate instruments
- Ability to organize work
- Ability to set priorities
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Self motivated and capable of working independently and in a team environment Ability to use computers
- Physical ability to perform all functions of the position
- Cross cultural awareness
The successful candidate is required to have a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience or exposure in a medical, healthcare, or sterile processing environment is considered an asset. Current CPR certification is required.
Incentives:
- Yukon Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- On-site Gym
- Pension Plan
- Generous Vacation Time
- Free Parking
Closing Date: 4:00pm August 18, 2026
About Yukon Hospital Corporation
We are a family of acute care hospitals focused on delivering safe and excellent care to all Yukoners, closer to home, at our facilities in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. Our comprehensive health services set a high standard of care in our territory and are models of care both nationally and internationally. Our community of more than 500 health care providers, professionals and medical staff are passionate about and strive to provide the best care every time.
Whitehorse General Hospital is Yukon's primary acute care centre, providing a full range of care, including 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care, surgical services, cancer care, visiting specialists clinics, therapy and lab services, and advanced diagnostic imaging.
Dawson City Community Hospital and Watson Lake Community Hospital allow many Yukoners to receive care closer to home through access to 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care as well as many lab and diagnostic imaging services.
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Medical Device Reprocessing Technician - Mentorship - Regular Full-Time
Top Benefits
About the role
Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (MDR) Mentorship
This position provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to complete a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Mentorship Program designed to develop the technical knowledge, skills and competencies required to independently perform the duties of a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician. The mentorship program will include formal online education through Vancouver Community College, and a structured preceptorship at Whitehorse General Hospital. Successful completion of all educational and clinical components of the mentorship program is a condition of continued employment.
Upon successful completion of the mentorship program, the employee will continue in a permanent full-time Medical Device Reprocessing Technician position. Participation in the MDRD on-call rotation is a requirement of the position. The call schedule consists of evenings and weekends and is divided on a fair and equitable basis among Staff. Successful candidates will also be required to enter into a one (1) year Return of Service Agreement, commencing upon successful completion of the mentorship program and achievement of independent practice.
Regular Full-Time - 1.0 FTE
This position is at the L04 level with an hourly pay range of $32.22 to $40.77
(PSAC Bargaining Unit)
The following outlines the general responsibilities of the Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Position upon completion of the mentorship program.
Reporting to the Clinical Care Manager Surgical Services, the incumbent decontaminates specialized equipment; packages and processes instruments used in the O.R., all Yukon Hospital sites, and external partners; performs other related duties.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Knowledge of methods, techniques and procedures for sterilizing hospital equipment and surgical instruments
- Knowledge of surgical instruments
- Understanding of Universal Precautions
- Ability to operate and maintain hospital equipment and machines and handle delicate instruments
- Ability to organize work
- Ability to set priorities
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Self motivated and capable of working independently and in a team environment Ability to use computers
- Physical ability to perform all functions of the position
- Cross cultural awareness
The successful candidate is required to have a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience or exposure in a medical, healthcare, or sterile processing environment is considered an asset. Current CPR certification is required.
Incentives:
- Yukon Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- On-site Gym
- Pension Plan
- Generous Vacation Time
- Free Parking
Closing Date: 4:00pm August 18, 2026
About Yukon Hospital Corporation
We are a family of acute care hospitals focused on delivering safe and excellent care to all Yukoners, closer to home, at our facilities in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. Our comprehensive health services set a high standard of care in our territory and are models of care both nationally and internationally. Our community of more than 500 health care providers, professionals and medical staff are passionate about and strive to provide the best care every time.
Whitehorse General Hospital is Yukon's primary acute care centre, providing a full range of care, including 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care, surgical services, cancer care, visiting specialists clinics, therapy and lab services, and advanced diagnostic imaging.
Dawson City Community Hospital and Watson Lake Community Hospital allow many Yukoners to receive care closer to home through access to 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care as well as many lab and diagnostic imaging services.