OR Attendant - Operating Room

This position has no set schedule, casual call-ins.

This position will involve working the Day, Evening & Weekend shifts. The shift is not to be interpreted as a guarantee.

Operating Room

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent.
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

About the role

The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC) is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Reporting to the Manager ‑ Perioperative Services, you will be responsible for cleaning, maintaining and disinfecting flexible scopes, assisting with room changeovers, care and handling of specimens, patient transfers from OR table to stretcher, restocking, transporting, assembling equipment and supplies. You will obtain blood products from the lab, and assist surgical teams with positioning and/or limb holding for prepping and draping.

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma
• CSAO Certificate
• Knowledge of medical terminology, particularly in the perioperative area, with evidence of training in asepsis or sterile technique
• Working knowledge of Endoscopy protocols and procedures for reprocessing various flexible scopes
• Working knowledge of Steris and Flash Sterilizers
• Good understanding of aseptic technique, principles of infection control and universal precautions
• Ability to prioritize work, work with minimum supervision and accept responsibility for quality of work
• Dexterity in Care and Handling of fragile equipment and instruments

In addition to the above qualifications, preference will be given to applicants who:

• Have previous experience reprocessing flexible endoscopes and related instruments
• Are capable of pushing and pulling carts, lifting and carrying heavy items and standing for extended periods of time
• Have a proven track record of compliance with the Code of Conduct

Salary: $26.32 - $26.76 per hour

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (CRC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.

Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, 23 October, 2025.

Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our website.

Posted: October 16, 2025

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