Reprocessing of Medical Devices - Quebec Metiers d'avenir

TRAINING
DESCRIPTION

As part of their professional activities, medical device reprocessors (MDRPs) perform prescribed steps to reprocess medical devices (instruments, appliances, devices or other items) at risk of contamination by microorganisms, in preparation for their reuse. These people work within a regulatory framework and standards. They mainly work in the health and social services network, where there are medical device reprocessing units and satellite reprocessing units, but also in large medical clinics, such as specialized medical centers.

Duration : 1 080 Hours

IMPORTANT: This training program is eligible for the PGWP according to the current IRCC list.

academic
prerequisites

SCHOLARITY LEVEL : Quebec's Secondary 3rd (France's 3rd) or equivalent
LANGUAGE LEVEL :
The level of language required varies according to the training center chosen.

* The validation of your eligibility will be confirmed by our admissions department once your application has been completed.

JOB
PROSPECTS

Medical Device Reprocessor

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TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Collect contaminated medical devices
Sort and pre-clean them for transport to the Medical Device Reprocessing Unit
Then disassemble the devices, clean them, disinfect them, check their compliance
Assembling medical device boxes and trays, packaging them, sterilizing them according to various processes
Ensure that their work environment is compliant

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TRAINING CONTENT

Competency statement

HOURS

Situate yourself in relation to the profession and the training process

Consider the scope of the practice of the profession with regard to legislative, normative and ethical aspects

Take basic precautions to prevent and control contamination

Classify and disassemble medical devices according to their type

Classify medical devices according to their use and risk category

Preventing the risks associated with medical device pre-cleaning methods

Pre-cleaning medical devices

Preventing risks associated with cleaning and disinfection methods for medical devices

Cleaning medical devices

Disinfecting medical devices

Building Collaborative Relationships at Work

Assembling medical devices

Packaging medical devices

Preventing the risks associated with medical device sterilization methods

Sterilize medical devices

Warehousing, inventory, and distribution of medical devices

Preventing Risks from Reprocessing Methods of Flexible Endoscopic Devices

Reprocessing flexible endoscopic devices

Reprocessing medical devices in the workplace in the soiled area

Reprocess medical devices in the workplace in clean and sterile areas