Your Opportunity
Under the supervision of the Respiratory Therapy Manager, the RT Surgical Processor plays a key role in supporting the operational efficiency, equipment readiness, and infection prevention practices of the Respiratory Therapy Department. This position works collaboratively with respiratory therapists, multidisciplinary teams, and support services to ensure respiratory equipment and supplies are available, safe, and properly maintained. Key responsibilities include managing and maintaining inventory of respiratory supplies and equipment; ordering, tracking, and prioritizing stock; supporting equipment workflow across Respiratory Therapy and inpatient areas including PICU, NICU, Emergency Department, and inpatient units; mitigating equipment backorders and product substitutions; disassembly, decontamination, reassembly, function testing, storage, distribution, and quality assurance of respiratory equipment in accordance with Infection Prevention and Control (IP&C;) standards; performing routine maintenance and documentation for specialized respiratory equipment. Additional responsibilities include supporting lab accreditation activities, nitric oxide inventory, workplace health and safety initiatives, hand hygiene and N95 fit testing programs, and coordination with FM&E;, Biomedical Engineering, and IT regarding equipment and facility concerns. The position requires frequent lifting and movement of equipment, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft Office and Oracle. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous professional development. They demonstrate initiative, accountability, and a collaborative approach while promoting a culture of safety, service, and leading by example.





Description
As a Surgical Processor, you will be responsible for the decontamination, reassembly and sterilization of hospital supplies, equipment and surgical instrumentation. You will use the principles of aseptic technique and follow Universal Precautions in the prevention of Hospital Acquired Infections (HAI). You will ensure instrumentation and equipment is in proper working order, perform biological, chemical and quality assurance testing and report problems to the supervisor or designate.

Classification
Certified MDR Tech

Union
AUPE GSS

Unit and Program
ACH Respiratory Therapy

Primary Location
Alberta Children's Hospital

Location Details
As Per Location

Multi-Site
Not Applicable

FTE
1.00

Posting End Date
06-NOV-2026

Temporary Employee Class
Temp F/T Perks

Date Available
30-NOV-2026

Temporary End Date
14-JUN-2027

Hours per Shift
7.75

Length of Shift in weeks
2

Shifts per cycle
10

Shift Pattern
Days

Days Off
As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary
$25.70

Maximum Salary
$29.28

Vehicle Requirement
Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

Completion of an accredited Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) program.

Completion of a Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) certification or Canadian Standards Association (CSA) certification.

Additional Required Qualifications

Three years’ experience as a surgical processor in a tertiary care facility.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with hand hygiene auditing.

Experience managing respiratory therapy equipment including ventilators and blood gas machines.

Experience with inventory management and equipment ordering within Oracle.

Experience with implementation of cleaning processes and guideline development.

AIW training or equivalent courses in QI and change management.

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📌 Certified Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (Alberta)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Alberta