Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Cheyenne, WY, is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to join the Sterile Processing team. The role covers decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of reusable medical equipment (RME) and patient-care items under standard operating procedures.

The position requires maintaining SOPs and RME knowledge, with occasional support for Community Based Outpatient Clinics. Training opportunities and federal benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Education must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• If using foreign education, provide Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with transcript.

Responsibilities

• Perform decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of reusable medical equipment and supply items.
• Process surgical instruments, trays, sets, and both disposable and reusable patient-care items.
• Apply required procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and assembly of RME in accordance with SOPs.
• Maintain knowledge of RME standards, SOPs, and proper equipment use.

Job description

Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs
• Location: Cheyenne, Wyoming
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Cheyenne VA Health Care System, Sterile Processing, is currently recruiting for one (1) Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) in Cheyenne, WY.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major Duties and Responsibilities: Perform decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of reusable medical equipment and supply items. Process surgical instruments, trays, sets, and both disposable and reusable patient-care items. Apply required procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and assembly of RME in accordance with SOPs.

Maintain current knowledge of RME standards, SOPs, and proper equipment use. Demonstrate proficiency in handling, preparing, and inspecting RME. Support Community Based Outpatient Clinics with occasional travel when coverage is required. Attend VHA-sponsored training or certification opportunities as assigned. Maintain a valid Oklahoma and Federal Driver License to operate a government vehicle.

Promote a culture of patient safety through adherence to safety procedures and timely reporting of actual or potential events. Follow established reporting protocols for patient safety concerns. Performs other duties as assigned, commensurate with grade level.

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases 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: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 52769A, 52768A, 52767A, 52766A

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 $36464 – $75642/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-19.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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

Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-12 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov