Utility Transport Aide

Position Summary

The Utility Transport Aide is responsible for operating and maintaining the flusher disinfector cleaners; Arjo Tornado and Typhoon machines; equipment inventory and battery replacement, and performs a variety of activities, which supports nursing care and unit activities. These unit activities focus on the provision of supplies and hardware which include reprocess able items (bedpans, basins and urinals) and transporting of soiled medical devices to Sterile Processing Department (SPD).

Reporting Relationship

Utility Transport Aide will report directly to the Director of Projects & Biomedical Engineering and work closely with the Infection Prevention and Control Coordinators.

Responsibilities

Understand and comply with Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures.
Seek clarification when unsure of a policy, a procedure or an assignment
Sign in at the beginning of your shift, as well as, sign out at the end of the shift via computer (Meditech)
Pick up Ascom phone and sign out.
Test the disinfectors
Operate Flusher Disinfector Cleaner: Arjo Tornado and Typhoon
Track Arjo usage and disinfect Arjo machines on a weekly basis
Ensure full completeness of inventory of hardware and specified equipment for each assigned area
RTLS equipment battery checks and replacements
Stock Clean Equipment room with appropriate stock level of hardware
Co-ordinate departmental needs with SPD, including but not limited to
Pick Up delivery times
Re-ordering of Hardware
Stocking of pre-approved stock level of hardware
Pick up soiled instruments
Disposed of any cracked or damaged hardware
Work collaboratively and proactively with Environmental services and SPD personnel to ensure timely availability of medical/surgical supplies
Wipe down disinfector each day
Report immediately all incomplete assignments, malfunctioning equipment or exceptional events to the dispatch call (50,000) center, IPAC department and Director of Projects & Biomedical Engineering
All employees of HRH share a common responsibility to act in accordance with the commitment to safe and compassionate patient care and a safe and healthy work environment.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
At the RCC site, this role will also be responsible for patient portering and soiled carts transport

General Responsibilities:

All employees of HRH share a common responsibility to act in accordance with the commitment to safe and compassionate patient care and a safe and healthy work environment
Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations including but not limited to: use or wear of equipment or protective devices or clothing for safety purposes, report to their manager any contravention of this Act or regulations or the existence of any hazards of which he or she know
Have knowledge and understanding of the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) in relation to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and attend all required Health and Safety training.

Qualifications:

Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (attend training as required)
Knowledge and understanding of Reprocessing and Sterile Supply Processing
Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) or Sterile College certification required
Knowledge of medical supplies and high level disinfection equipment required
Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control Standards
Two years of recent related hospital medical/surgical supply experience
Grade 12 education or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to cope frequently and for long periods of time with physical demands such as walking, bending, pushing, and heavy lifting (ability to lift 25-30 pounds repeatedly)
Ability to handle stressful situations in a fast paced environment
Ability to operate, with training, machinery, i.e. Disinfectors
Ability to function while wearing personal protective equipment-gowns, gloves, eyewear and masks
Effective Customer Service skills required.
Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.