Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Daytona Beach (FL)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 68,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs—Lake Nona VA Healthcare System is hiring a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to decontaminate, clean, assemble, sterilize, and distribute surgical instruments and reusable medical equipment for patient care.

The role follows SOPs and manufacturer instructions to ensure sterile items. Schedule is Mon-Fri, 9:00am–5:30pm at Lake Nona. Competitive federal pay with benefits; Fusion of sterile processing expertise required.

Qualifications

Federal employment requires education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Experience with sterile processing workflows is preferred.
Follows SOPs and manufacturer instructions for sterility.

Responsibilities

Receive, decontaminate, and inspect reusable medical equipment (RME).
Assemble, package, and prepare instruments for sterilization (steam, Sterrad).
Operate and document sterilization equipment checks.
Follow procedures to ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterility.

Skills

Decontamination

Cleaning

Sterilization

Inspection

Surgical instruments

Education

DOE-recognized education

Job description

Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing), GS-06, Lake Nona VA Healthcare System, performs decontamination, cleaning, assembly, sterilization, and distribution of surgical instruments and reusable medical equipment. Follows SOPs and manufacturer instructions to ensure safe, sterile items are provided for patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Major Primary Duties: Receive, disassemble, and decontaminate contaminated reusable medical equipment (RME) using approved cleaning methods (ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, chemicals). Inspect, assemble, package, and prepare instruments and trays for sterilization (steam, Sterrad, high-level disinfecting scope reprocessors). Perform and document daily operational checks for sterilization equipment.

Follow SOPs and manufacturer instructions to ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of all items. Apply knowledge of surgical instruments, universal precautions, medical terminology, sterility principles, and written procedures. Work as part of the Sterile Processing team to support safe and efficient workflow in decontamination and preparation areas.

Work Schedule: Lake Nona Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 80483F Medical Supply Aide and Technician: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Medical-Supply-Aide-Career-Flyer.pdfTotal-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

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 $42526 – $68340/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-04.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.