Evening Sterile Processing Tech – RME Reprocessing

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, Virginia, seeks a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing).

This role processes reusable medical equipment, disassembles, cleans, inspects, and sterilizes using steam, Sterrad, Steris, and ETO methods in a fast-paced SPS unit. The position requires knowledge of surgical instruments, sterility principles, and aseptic technique, with duties spanning decontamination, assembly, packaging, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience demonstrating ability to perform the work or understanding of the work.
• One year above high school with health care related coursework or equivalent experience.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education acceptable for entry level.

Responsibilities

• Receives contaminated reusable medical equipment (RME) in the decontamination area.
• Disassembles and determines cleaning method using ultrasonic cleaners, washers, and chemical agents as instructed.
• Inspects, assembles, and determines correct sterilization method (steam, Sterrad, Steris, or ETO).
• Performs daily checks and maintains documentation for all processes and equipment.
• Supports 24/7 operation with schedule flexibility as service needs dictate.

Skills

Surgical instruments knowledge

Universal precautions

Medical terminology

Sterility principles

Ability to read instructions

Education

Health care-related coursework (1 year above high school)

Tools

Ultrasonic cleaners

Mechanical washers/disinfectors

Sterilizers (Steam, Sterrad, Steris)

ETO/High-level disinfection systems

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, Virginia, seeks a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing).

This role processes reusable medical equipment, disassembles, cleans, inspects, and sterilizes using steam, Sterrad, Steris, and ETO methods in a fast-paced SPS unit. The position requires knowledge of surgical instruments, sterility principles, and aseptic technique, with duties spanning decontamination, assembly, packaging, and documentation.