MED SUPPLY TECH (STERILE PRO RMD Coordinator)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Federal benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, seeks a Medical Supply Technician in Sterile Processing in North Chicago, IL.

Responsible for sterile processing and high-level disinfection of critical and semi-critical reusable medical equipment, with quality assurance across SPS operations. Responsibilities include RMD oversight, SOP development, cross-service coordination, and staff education on new equipment to ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in sterile processing and infection control within a healthcare facility.
• Ability to develop and implement SOPs for RMD and SPS.
• Familiarity with instrument tracking systems and QA processes.
• Typing and basic computer skills for reporting and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sterile processing and high-level disinfection of critical equipment.
• Coordinate RMD program and SOP development across services.
• Review manufacturer SOPs and advise on equipment acquisition and deployment.
• Educate hospital staff on new equipment to ensure compliance with SOPs.
• Maintain records and utilize instrument tracking systems for accountability.

Skills

Sterile processing

Infection control

SOP development

Instrument tracking

Tools

Instrument Tracking System

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Medical Supply Technician in Sterile Processing primary function is responsible for sterile processing and/or high-level disinfectants of critical and semi-critical reusable medical equipment, maintaining quality assurance with all the machines, scopes and high-level disinfectors.

Key Responsibilities

Reusable Medical Device(RMD): The RMD Coordinator provides oversight in the development, implementation, coordination, maintenance and evaluation of critical and semi-critical medical devices within the RMD Program. Reviews the acquisition of new equipment and advises using services of anticipated delivery dates. Controls the release of any new equipment until verification of all SOPs have been developed and communicated to staff.

This includes coordination across services and/or disciplines which can influence the organizational mission, vision, values and strategic priorities for RMD. Monitors, analyzes and provides consultation on infection control issues regarding RMD. Participates in clinical rounds to assist in the verification of each service's SOPs for RMD. Investigates the need for any manufacturer and model-specific SOP required for new RMD at the time of the acquisition request.

When new SOPs are required, obtains the necessary information from the manufacturer or vendor. Develops SOPs to standardize equipment used in the medical center. Educates hospital staff, including the executive level, on all new equipment to ensure compliance is met as it relates to RMD. FUNCTIONS OR SCOPE OF ASSIGNED DUTIES: Orders reprocessing-related supplies and RMD for SPS, contacts vendors to obtain quotes, and researches products and supplies.

Initiates tracking reports and data analysis for SPS. Works with Logistics regarding safety notifications/recalls and other related issues. Coordinates with SPS Management, Logistics, Reusable Medical Equipment (RMD) RN Coordinator, RMD Educator and Trainer, Quality Assurance for all new purchased and leased instrumentation. Corresponds and reports to the RMD Committee and other Facility/VISN/National Councils/Committees involved with SPS.

Responds to VISN/National Action Trackers. Has knowledge of sterile processing procedures, surgical instrumentation, surgical procedures, sterility, and aseptic techniques needed to perform the duties. Has typing, computer skills and facility office software knowledge required to perform duties. Reviews IFUs and create Standard Operating Procedures for RMD (SOP).

The position may be assigned to work as needed on other than normal working tours of duty or shifts, either in the evenings or on weekends. Such scheduling for other than normal working tours of duty will be assigned as needed by the Deputy Chief/ Chief of Sterile Processing Services (SPS). Completes mandatory training coursework and VA SPS certification as required for a Sterile Processing Technician position in the VA.

Knowledgeable of instrument marking techniques for the proper identification and tracking of surgical instrumentation after sterilization. Maintains records produced by reprocessing equipment and instrument tracking systems. Highly proficient in the Instrument Tracking System used in SPS as they are responsible for providing expertise, guidance, and training when necessary, for and to the staff and management of the Sterile Processing Service.

Incumbent is competent in and uses electronic equipment tracking systems to plan for and determine current and future supply and instrument requirements to meet the needs of the facility.

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: MON-FRI 0700-1530 Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: N/A Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 10172F

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $69832 – $90783/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.