Operations and Equipment Associate

KEY FUNCTION:

Ensure available Respiratory Services equipment and supplies are maintained.  Provide input related to departmental supplies, expenses, backorders, budgetary impacts, and current product trends.

REPORTING:

Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, Respiratory Services.

DUTIES:

1. Ensure equipment and supply assembly are available for staff.
2. Complete Anesthetic Gas Machine pre-op set-up and check.
3. Complete Mechanical Ventilator set up and check.
4. Transport equipment in various areas of the hospital.
5. Provide input regarding financial analysis related to supplies and equipment utilized and attend leadership meetings to provide updates on equipment needs and budgeting as required.
6. Liaise between internal departments including Purchasing, Medical Device Reprocessing Department (MDRD), and Biomed to coordinate the arrival and stock of supplies.
7. Communicate supply disruptions to end-users; promptly notify stakeholders of any backorders.
8. Maintain accurate inventory and data entry of supplies, including adjusting stock levels according to patterns of usage and new product availability.
9. Complete inventory counts regularly throughout the fiscal year.
10. Review Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) binders to ensure product information is up to date.
11. Trace backorders and collaborate with the Purchasing department for alternate solutions.
12. Ensure special order items arrive in a timely fashion.
13. Coordinate with staff regarding the evaluation of new products.
14. Assist in the coordination of preventive maintenance and outside servicing for equipment.
15. Provide technical and functional guidance to staff regarding equipment and supplies.
16. Organize and coordinate the reprocessing of reusable equipment and supplies.
17. Coordinate sterilization of equipment with the applicable department or staff members.
18. Troubleshoot supply chain issues with the Linen department; monitor/adjust linen quotas as required.
19. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
20. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
21. Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
22. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
23. Perform other duties as required.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

1. Minimum of a two (2) year Diploma in Business or related field from an accredited college.
2. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a supply and equipment related role within a health care environment.
2. Experience with medical equipment preparation and assembly for complex patient needs is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrated knowledge of the Meditech requisitioning system.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of equipment, instruments, and supplies such as Bronchoscopes, Anesthetic Gas Machines, and Ventilators.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of infection prevention and controls.
4. Demonstrated excellent judgment and proven analytical skills.
5. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of quality improvement methodology for process improvement.
6. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
7. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
8. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
9. Demonstrated effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to organize and prioritize as required.
10. Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
11. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

1. Successful Criminal Record Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) is required.
2. Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.
3. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
4. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
5. Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
6. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
 

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.