Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Veterans Health Administration; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to perform sterile processing duties across SPS, supporting the Medical Center and multiple CBOCs.

The role emphasizes cleaning, decontamination and sterilization of reusable medical devices with emphasis on patient safety and adherence to SOPs. Responsibilities include learning reprocessing techniques for all device types, assembling instrument sets,

Qualifications

• Experience in sterile processing and handling Reusable Medical Devices (RMD).
• Knowledge of cleaning, decontamination, disinfection and sterilization processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, decontamination and sterilization of reusable medical devices and instruments.
• Disassemble, inspect and assemble instrument sets and trays for use in the Medical Center and clinics.
• Learn and maintain SOPs documenting cleaning, disinfection, preparation and sterilization of RMD.
• Prepare operating room case carts and operate sterilizers and scope reprocessors.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination

Disinfection

RMD knowledge

Job description

Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Medical Supply Technician (MST), Sterile Processing Service (SPS) for Veterans Health Administration (VHA), VISN 10, Indianapolis, IN under the Chief Sterile Processing and the Associate Director of Patient Care Services. SPS provides support to the Medical Center and eleven Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) located throughout Indiana.

Key Responsibilities

The incumbent functions as a sterile processing technician performing a wide variety of duties, including the various cleaning, decontamination and sterilization processes associated Reusable Medical Devices (RMD), which includes medical and surgical instruments reprocessing.

Major duties and responsibilities of this position includes but is not limited to: The incumbent will assume continuous training in support of the reprocessing of all types of reusable medical devices in support of the clinics, wards, dental and other services throughout the Medical Center.

The incumbent must determine the proper technique used to decontaminate, disinfect all types of medical devices and equipment, thus destroying microorganisms that present at threat to patient safety, the user and the individual(s) reprocessing. The MST will have extensive knowledge of the processes for Reusable Medical Devices (RMD) as required by this position.

The MST will be required to learn, and maintain current knowledge of the standard operating procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, preparation, and sterilization of RMD appropriate to this position.

Disassembles the RMD and determines the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers/disinfectors, cart washers, and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions. The MST will demonstrate their ability to follow the directions of a written procedure in the processing of RMD appropriate to this position.

Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids, and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing, and scrubbing. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization, assembles sets and trays used throughout the medical center including those used in the operating room. Prepares, loads, and operates sterilizers and scope reprocessors. Prepares operating room case carts daily using surgery schedule.

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday; 2:00pm-10:30pm. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station: Not Authorized 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: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 92211-A

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 $52310 – $68002/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-09.

How many openings are available?

There are 3 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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