Operating Room (OR) Aide

Close Date Location West Coast General Hospital (WCGH) - Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4S1 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) WCGH OR Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 07:00-15:00 Days Off As required Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $30.67 - $30.67 Paid FTE / Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS / Planned Start Date Jun. 15 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Under the general supervision of the Manager or designate, the Operating Room (OR) Aide carries out specialized decontamination, sterilizing and cleaning procedures in the Operating Room areas; transports patients to and from required areas; and performs related stores duties such as unpacking, checking, storing and distributing articles and related clerical duties.

Qualifications

• Education, Training And Experience Grade 12, successful completion of Sterile Supply Processing course, plus one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Skills And Abilities
• Knowledge of surgical and medical terminology.
• Mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to communicate and deal effectively with others.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work. Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD5785.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses West Coast General Hospital: More information on working at may be found at: https://youtu.be/amD__Ko_6SY Requisition CA Facilities Subsector Affiliation/Union HEU