Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate

Get specialized training to reprocess reusable medical devices such as surgical tools and patient care equipment.Graduates of this program are eligible to take the Certified Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (CMDRT) examination from the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).

VCC is an approved training provider for Medical Device Reprocessing Technician through the Canadian Standards Association.

What You Will Learn

Upon completion of this program, graduates will have acquired the knowledge and ability to:

• Demonstrate responsibility and accountability of Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR) duties by performing duties in an ethical and legal manner to ensure patient safety and recognizing the importance of ongoing professional development
• Use infection prevention and control measures in all areas of MDR clinical practice
• Follow written work instructions and perform MDR tasks
• Work safely, independently and collaboratively in an MDR Department
• Safely and correctly operate a variety of equipment used in MDR
• Communicate accurately with co-workers and customers to complete writing, speaking and listening tasks associated with MDR
• Solve problems appropriate to the clinical assignment by drawing on knowledge from the field of MDR

What To Expect

This is a full-time face-to-face program with on-line supported learning. Classes are scheduled Monday to Friday. Hours may vary. The clinical placement may include some evenings.

The program is divided into two components: theory and clinical. Both components are taken simultaneously. The theory component is delivered through classroom instruction, group discussions, case-studies, and simulations. 

Students apply theoretical knowledge in the clinical practicum, which takes place in hospital MDR Departments.

Recommended Characteristics

• Ability to listen, comprehend and communicate clearly in a complex hospital setting
• A sincere interest in working as part of a health care team that values service and patient safety
• Ability to work respectfully with a wide variety of people
• Ability to work under close direction and follow instructions
• Ability to handle responsibility, use critical thinking and act with initiative under pressure 
• Ability to attend to detail, to work accurately and neatly, and to manage time effectively
• Flexibility to adjust to early morning and evening clinical shifts, to a variety of clinical locations across the Lower Mainland 
• Good eyesight (corrected vision is accepted), with strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Good health and physical stamina, including the ability to lift/carry 10 kg and stand for a full working day
• This program is not recommended for individuals with recent or chronic knee, lower arm, shoulder or back injuries, and students with chronic skin conditions affecting hands and lower arms