Medical Supply Technician Sterile Processing

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical reusable medical equipment (RME) in decontamination area.
• Disassembles the RME and determines the correct cleaning method such as but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners mechanical washers cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents as determined by manufacturers instructions.
• Inspects prepares assembles and determines the correct packaging and method of sterilization to include but not limited to the following: steam low temperature sterilization and high-level disinfection.
• Manually removes debris soil blood tissue fragments body fluids and other contaminants by wiping soaking rinsing brushing flushing and scrubbing.
• Performs quality audits on critical and semi-critical RME for indications of proper cleaning assembly and sterilization. Assembles RME sets and trays used throughout the facility including those used in the operating room and clinics.
• Operates equipment in all areas of sterile processing.
• Performs and documents daily operational checks on all sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skill in assembly of trays and peel packs to include identification of contents internal chemical indicators lot control numbers wrapping labeling and methods of sterilization.
• Monitors and documents all required information for each sterilization and disinfection load and sterilizer.
• Participates in the department Quality Improvement Plan as needed. Quality Improvement responsibilities include but are not limited to biological spore testing efficacy testing and documenting results of all sterilization and high-level disinfection methods and testing.
• Appropriately handles and transports all sterilized items when placing them in storage and identifies any breaks in the integrity of the package.
• Re-stocks shelves in sterile storage and other areas to maintain defined PAR levels of all supplies instrument trays and other items maintained in inventory.
• Uses proper procedure to assemble case carts according to surgical schedule and procedure specific preference cards.
• Transports clean and soiled case carts between procedural areas and Sterile Processing.
• Transports additional instrumentation as needed. Maintains cleanliness and appropriate supply levels at workstations in all areas of department.

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the Required Documents section of this announcement.

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency:Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by VA Regulations.

• Knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings.
• Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology anatomy and physiology microbiology medical conditions and procedures.
• Knowledge of sterility principles in regards to instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures.