Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Marion (IL)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 82,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Marion VA Health Care System in Marion, IL seeks a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing).

The MST (SP) handles decontamination of critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices, inspects instruments, and prepares sets for sterilization in a federal healthcare environment. The role requires following established cleaning and packaging protocols, performing daily equipment checks, and coordinating with SPS management.

Responsibilities

Decontaminate critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD).
Disassemble instruments and determine cleaning methods per manufacturer instructions.
Package items or sets for sterilization (steam, Sterrad, high-level disinfection).
Inspect for damage or imperfections and ensure instruments are in acceptable condition.
Prepare complex instrument sets for operating rooms and wards; perform daily equipment checks.

Job description

Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Marion VA Health Care System is actively recruiting for a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) position located in Marion, IL The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) or MST (SP) in the Sterile Processing Service within the Marion, IL VA Health Care System. MST (SP) is responsible for decontaminating critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD). The MST (SP) receives contaminated critical and semi-critical RMD in the decontamination areas and may receive noncritical equipment as well.

The MST (SP) is responsible for disassembling the RMD, and determining the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions. By way of the correct cleaning method, the MST (SP) removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluidsand other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing and scrubbing from the equipment.

The MST (SP) inspects, assembles and determines the correct method for packaging for sterilization, such as but not limited to steam, Sterrad, and high-level disinfecting scope reprocessors. The incumbent disposes of broken and unusable items in accordance with established protocols and procedures. The MST (SP) visually and manually ensures acceptable condition of instruments and equipment by inspecting instruments for damage, deterioration, or imperfections.

The incumbent packages items or assembles sets or trays for wards and clinics as well as complex instrument sets for operating rooms. The MST (SP) performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment. The incumbent receives guidance from more experienced staff members and SPS management. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 0900-1730 Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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 $45164 – $82198/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

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