Medical Supply Technician - Sterile Processing

VA Detroit; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Supply Technician specializing in Sterile Processing. The role involves critical tasks such as decontaminating and sterilizing medical devices, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and maintaining quality assurance. Candidates with relevant experience and certifications are encouraged to apply for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Six months of related experience or education in healthcare or sterile processing.
• Preferred candidates will have at least 1 year of sterile processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Performing decontamination, sterilization, and disinfection of RMD.
• Documenting all quality assurance procedures involved in processing RMD.
• Operating sterilization and decontamination equipment.

Skills

English

Education

Healthcare Education

Job description

Medical Supply Technician - Sterile Processing

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This position involves supporting the decontamination, preparation, sterilization, disinfection, and distribution of critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD). The MST will follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manufacturer instructions for the proper handling and processing of RMD.

Responsibilities include:

• Performing decontamination, sterilization, and disinfection of RMD and tracking these in the instrument tracking system.
• Documenting all quality assurance procedures involved in processing RMD.
• Operating sterilization and decontamination equipment.
• Maintaining knowledge of SOPs and manufacturer's instructions.
• Manually cleaning and inspecting RMD, preparing, and packaging them for sterilization.
• Disinfecting and sterilizing RMD using appropriate methods and equipment.
• Performing daily operational checks and working across various hospital departments.
• Adhering to safety protocols, including universal precautions and proper use of PPE.

Work Schedule:

M-F 6:00am-2:30pm

Minimum Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen
• Proficient in English
• Six months of related experience or education in healthcare or sterile processing

Qualifications:

Depending on experience, candidates may qualify for grades GS-3 through GS-6, with increasing responsibilities and knowledge requirements. Preferred candidates will have at least 1 year of sterile processing experience and relevant certifications such as VA Sterile Processing Certification, HSPA CRCST, or CBSPD.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

Work involves standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in various environments including hot, cold, and noisy settings. Proper PPE must be worn to prevent burns and chemical exposure.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, permanent position in the Excepted Service. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants must submit a complete application package including resume and SF-50 if applicable.