Lead Sterile Processing Technician — Drive SPS Workflows

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to support the SPS management team at a VA facility in Reno, NV.

The role focuses on distributing and prioritizing workloads, monitoring performance, and ensuring work aligns with established sterile processing standards. The position requires knowledge of MST practices, the ability to lead staff, and adherence to quality and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience or education as described in basic requirements.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Ability to lead and instruct staff and manage workflow.
• Understanding of sterile processing equipment and decontamination methods.

Responsibilities

• Distribute and prioritize workload among SPS staff.
• Monitor completion of workloads and ensure alignment with SOPs.
• Maintain and communicate work assignments and deadlines.
• Provide instruction and oversight to staff on procedures and safety standards.
• Ensure quality and quantity of work in sterilization and reprocessing.

Skills

Sterile processing knowledge

Leadership

Quality control

Communication

Instruction of staff

Education

One year above high school in health care related courses

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to support the SPS management team at a VA facility in Reno, NV.

The role focuses on distributing and prioritizing workloads, monitoring performance, and ensuring work aligns with established sterile processing standards. The position requires knowledge of MST practices, the ability to lead staff, and adherence to quality and safety protocols.