Lead Sterile Processing Technician - RME & OR Support

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Fayetteville, AR seeks a Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to supervise decontamination, processing, and packaging of reusable medical equipment within the Sterile Processing Service.

You will prioritize workload and guide staff according to established workflows. The role demands KSAs in staff instruction, communication, and leadership, with 1–3 years sterile processing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in decontamination or related work.
• One year above high school with sterile processing related courses.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education accepted.
• Knowledge of PPE usage and facility regulations.
• Ability to lead and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior expert in inventories and stock levels for sterile supplies.
• Train staff and coordinate workflow and scheduling.
• Oversee cleaning, disinfection, sterilization of reusable medical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and PPE procedures.
• Conduct quality audits and maintain equipment records.

Skills

Instruct staff

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sterility knowledge

Leadership

Sterile processing experience

Education

Healthcare related courses (sterile processing)

High school + 6 semester hours in healthcare

Experience/education equivalence accepted

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Fayetteville, AR seeks a Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to supervise decontamination, processing, and packaging of reusable medical equipment within the Sterile Processing Service.

You will prioritize workload and guide staff according to established workflows. The role demands KSAs in staff instruction, communication, and leadership, with 1–3 years sterile processing experience preferred.