Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Medical Supply Technician to join their dynamic Nursing Service line. This full-time role involves ensuring compliance with sterilization and decontamination standards while contributing to the clinical mission of the healthcare system. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in microbiology and quality control, along with the ability to lead and instruct staff effectively. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and safety within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Six months of relevant experience or one year of education above high school in health-related courses.
• Ability to instruct staff and manage priorities and work schedules.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting and following policies and procedures of the SPS Service.
• Maintaining SPS standards and evaluating sterilization processes.

Skills

Sterilization Techniques

Decontamination Techniques

Microbiology

Quality Control

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Health-Related Courses

Job description

The Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) is part of the Nursing Service line at VA Boston Health Care System located in West Roxbury, MA. This full-time position involves travel to other VA Boston Healthcare System campuses as needed.

Duties

The Lead MST for Veterans Health Administration (VHA) interprets and follows policies and procedures of the SPS Service, performing duties within established guidelines and demonstrating effective work skills. The incumbent should possess broad knowledge of sterilization and decontamination techniques, microbiology, quality control, and instrument differentiation. Responsibilities include maintaining SPS standards, contributing to clinical mission fulfillment, and evaluating decontamination and sterilization processes throughout the medical center and CBOCs.

Functions/Duties

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all requirements by 05/22/2025.

Basic Requirements

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may be appointed only if qualified citizens cannot be recruited, per VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English.
• Experience and/or Education:
  • Six months of relevant experience or
  • One year of education above high school in health-related courses or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and education.

May qualify under the Grandfathering Provision if applicable.

Grade Determinations

GS-07 (Lead Medical Supply Technician)

• One year of experience at the next lower grade level.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Ability to instruct staff, communicate effectively, manage interpersonal relationships, knowledge of sterility principles, and leadership skills in managing priorities and work schedules.

Assignment

The Lead MST supports the SPS management team by distributing and prioritizing workloads, ensuring workflow compliance, supervising work quality, and instructing staff on policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed in various settings, requiring standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 pounds), and dexterity for handling instrumentation. The environment may be hot, cold, drafty, or poorly lit, with potential for minor injuries from equipment.