Rural Manager MDR
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- COV00056617 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. Reporting to the Corporate Director, Medical Device Reprocessing (MDR), the Manager is responsible for assuming a leadership role in the operations of the Medical Device Reprocessing Department for the rural Covenant Health sites. This includes St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose; St. Joseph’s General Hospital, Vegreville; Bonnyville Healthcare Centre, and Banff Mineral Springs Hospital. Travel to each site is required on a regular basis and is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic rural healthcare environment and is passionate about delivering safe, reliable care. The position includes leading in-site based operational and quality assurance planning; program development and evaluation; management of human resources and service delivery that is patient focused and continuously monitored to ensure congruence with ever changing internal and external factors. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Make your impact by delivering quality, compassionate care to people across the province. Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta! Please note: Travel is required, and may include the use of a personal vehicle. A standard driver s abstract may also be required for use of corporate lease vehicles.
Description:
The Rural MDR Manager plays a critical leadership role in advancing safe, high-quality medical device reprocessing across rural sites. This position requires regular travel and a strong commitment to fostering a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement. With a focus on driving results and ensuring accountability, the Manager leads compliance with national standards and regulations, including maintaining CSA certification through recognized education and successful completion of the MDRD certification exam. They proactively monitor changes in legislation, standards and audit outcomes, translating these into updated policies, procedures and practice improvements. Demonstrating strong organizational and talent development competencies, the Manager ensures all staff are effectively oriented to safe work practices, including patient safety, occupational health and safety, and infection prevention and control. They lead baseline and annual competency assessments, provide ongoing coaching and feedback, and identify learning opportunities to support individual and team performance. This role requires sound decision-making and problem-solving skills to respond to critical incidents, adverse events and audit findings, ensuring appropriate follow-up and documentation. The Manager also oversees accurate and compliant record keeping in alignment with organizational and national standards. With a focus on collaboration and operational excellence, the Manager is responsible for key human resource functions including workforce planning, staffing, scheduling and payroll. They create an environment that supports staff safety, engagement and high performance. This position is non-unionized.
- Classification: Manager
- Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
- Unit and Program: Medical Device Reprocessing
- Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 04-MAY-2026
- Date Available: 25-MAY-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days, On Call
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Hourly Salary: $39.99
- Maximum Hourly Salary: $59.98
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
Certification from MDR Technical Training Course. CSA Certification. Minimum three years recent experience in health care management preferred with a proven track record of clinical service and leadership. Minimum five years recent clinical experience in Medical Device Reprocessing. Combination of experience and education will be considered.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Demonstrates strong leadership and interpersonal effectiveness, with the ability to build trust, foster collaboration and create a positive, high-performing team environment. Skilled in communicating with clarity and influence across diverse audiences, including the ability to navigate complex or sensitive conversations with professionalism and respect. Applies sound judgment and emotional intelligence to effectively manage conflict, facilitate group decision-making and drive alignment toward shared goals. Highly organized, with the ability to plan, prioritize and adapt in a dynamic environment while managing competing demands and delivering on commitments. Brings a proactive, solutions-focused mindset, leveraging strong planning and coordination skills to optimize workflows, support team effectiveness and achieve operational excellence.
Preferred Qualifications:
Member of the Canadian Association of Medical Device Reprocessing (CAMDR).
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.