Island Health·Victoria, British Columbia
Clean, decontaminate, assemble, wrap, sterilize, and distribute simple and complex instruments, equipment, and linen for the O.R. and other hospital areas.
Assemble higher-complexity instrument sets and pick equipment for O.R. instrument sets.
Fill requests from the O.R..
Perform related clerical duties.
Continuously improve quality and safety in accordance with Island Health values and strategic direction
Close Date Aug. 17 2026 Location Saanich Peninsula Hospital (SPH) - Victoria, BC V8M 2B2 CA (Primary) Work Area (FBA Only) SPH MDRD Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 08:00-16:00, 09:00-17:00 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $30.67 - $30.67 Paid FTE 0.53 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 37.5 Planned Start Date Aug. 10 2026 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Jul. 30 2028 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) No
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Manager or designate, cleans, decontaminates, assembles, wraps, sterilizes and distributes simple and complex instruments, equipment and linen related to the O. R. and other areas of the hospital, and performs related clerical duties. The assembly is of a higher complexity and also involves picking of equipment for O.R. instrument sets and filling requests from the O.R.
Grade 12.
Successful completion of Sterile Supply Processing course.
One year’s recent related experience (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
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.
Ability to organize work
Market context
In British Columbia, Central Processing Service Assistant roles are typically tied to ongoing hospital and surgical services, so demand tends to follow operating room and inpatient activity. These positions are competitive because employers look for candidates with sterile supply training, recent related experience, medical terminology knowledge, and strong communication skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your Sterile Supply Processing course and recent experience match the posting before applying.