Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Veterans Health Administration

Orlando (FL)

Presencial

USD 43.000 - 68.000

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Hace 3 días

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Descripción de la vacante

The Veterans Health Administration in Orlando is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to maintain current SOP knowledge and ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, and preparation of reusable medical equipment.

You will perform decontamination, basic instrument assembly, packaging, and inventory control, while following infection prevention practices. Shifts rotate days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays; benefits include paid time off and federal retirement programs.

Formación

Note: education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited institutions may be used to qualify for federal employment.

Responsabilidades

Decontamination of reusable medical equipment (RME) and instruments using manual and automated equipment.
Assemble simple instrument sets, package, label, and prepare peel packs.
Inventory, store, and rotate supplies (FIFO) in clean storage areas.
Operate and monitor cleaning and disinfection equipment; report malfunctions.
Follow infection prevention and control practices and participate in quality checks.
Attend in-service training and competency assessments; work under supervision for technical tasks.
Work schedule includes rotating day, evening, and night shifts, with weekends and holidays.

Descripción del empleo

Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) applies knowledge of the processes for Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) as required by the position. The incumbent will be required to maintain current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, and preparation of RME appropriate to this position.

Key Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to: Decontamination - Receives, inspects, and sorts reusable medical equipment (RME) and instruments. Performs basic cleaning of instruments using manual and automated equipment (washer/disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners) under supervision. Assists in the safe transport of contaminated and clean items between areas.

Assembly and Preparation (Basic) - Assists with assembling simple instrument sets and single packaged items (not major OR trays). Identifies and replaces missing or damaged instruments under guidance. Prepares peel packs, wraps, and labels instruments and supplies correctly. Inventory and Storage - Stocks and maintain supplies, peel packs, and basic instrument trays in clean storage areas. Ensures items are rotated (first-in, first-out) and stored according to policy.

Equipment Handling - Operates and monitors cleaning and disinfection equipment after receiving training. Perform routine checks and report any malfunctions immediately. Quality and Safety- Follows infection prevention and control practices. Participates in quality checks by reporting instrument defects, errors, or safety concerns. Maintains work areas in a clean and organized manner.

Learning and Development- Attends in-service training, competency assessments, and continuing education as assigned. Learn progressively more complex tasks in preparation for advancement to full performance level. Must work under supervision for all technical functions. Work Schedule: Rotating shifts including day shift, mid shift, evening shift, and night shift. Rotating shifts also includes weekends and holidays.

Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized. 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) 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 #: 80480F 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 $42526 – $68340/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-10.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

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