Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Veterans Health Administration; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal holidays

Parental leave

Childcare subsidy

Federal retirement

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in New Orleans is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to sterilize, decontaminate, and distribute reusable medical equipment. You will handle contaminated devices, select proper cleaning methods per manufacturer instructions, and ensure accurate documentation and SOP compliance.

The role operates Monday–Friday, 11:00am–7:30pm, with federal benefits including paid time off, holidays, and retirement options; eligibility for parental leave after

Qualifications

• Civilian federal employment knowledge and SOP adherence is essential.
• Experience or familiarity with sterile processing workflows is preferred.
• Basic understanding of decontamination and sterilization methods per SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize, prepare, and supply reusable medical equipment (RMD).
• Receive and process contaminated devices in decontamination; determine cleaning method per manufacturer instructions.
• Document operational checks and maintain SOP knowledge for cleaning and sterilization processes.

Skills

Sterilization

Decontamination

Record keeping

Tools

Ultrasonic cleaners

Mechanical washers

Chemical cleaners

Job description

Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing Technician) receives contaminated critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Devices (RMD) in the decontamination area and may also receive noncritical equipment as well. They provide sterilization, preparation, supply items and reusable medical equipment decontamination and distribution support for the medical center.

Key Responsibilities

Major duties for the position include (but are not limited to): Sterilizing, preparing, supply items and reusable medical equipment; Receiving contaminated critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Devices (RMD) in the decontamination area and may receive noncritical equipment as well; Disassembling the Reusable Medical Devices (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; Inspecting, assembling and determining the correct method and packaging for sterilization, such as, but not limited to steam, Sterrad, Steris, and high-level disinfecting scope re-processors; Performing and documenting daily operational checks and records for all processes and equipment; Maintaining current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RMD appropriate to this position.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 11:00am to 7:30pm (Subject to change based on needs of the Agency) 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) 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 #: 01451F, 01452F, 01453F and 01454F

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 $41313 – $66388/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-15.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.