The role of the Medical Device Reprocessing Technician (MDRT) is extremely demanding and equally rewarding. If you are considering training for this exciting career, this checklist can help you decide if it’s the right choice for you. The following lists some of the characteristics and attributes that typically fit well with the work-life and demands of a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician.
Personal suitability checklist
- I enjoy working with people.
- I enjoy working in a busy, fast-paced environment.
- I have a sincere concern for the welfare of others (surgical conscience).
- I am able to maintain confidentiality.
- I am able to work effectively and collaboratively in a team setting.
- I am a committed lifelong learner.
- I am very organized.
- I am very good at multi-tasking and can effectively and calmly manage many different things at
the same time. - I am self-motivated and able to work independently.
- I have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- I am prepared for shift-work, including overnight shifts.
- I am prepared to work in an environment with multiple exposures to bodily fluids and infectious
diseases. - I do not have an allergy to latex.
- I am physically fit, capable of repetitive lifting of at least 10 kilos, pushing, pulling and standing
for long periods. - I am prepared to begin my career as a casual and/or on-call employee.
- I am reliable and dependable.
- I appreciate the important guidance policies and procedures promote in ensuring a safe and
medically-oriented environment. - I ask for directions with regard to new tasks and am not afraid to ask questions when in doubt.
- I am able to coordinate and anticipate tasks and work in a self-directed manner.
- I am patient and composed in stressful situations.
- I take initiative, accept responsibility and adapt easily to change.
- I have thought deeply and seriously about issues and concerns in my own life that may prevent me from working effectively and safely as a MDRT, and I have received help and support for
these issues. - I understand the importance of self-care, and I continuously work towards an ongoing healthy
lifestyle.