Senior Sterile Processing Technician: Complex Instrument Sets

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO seeks an Advanced Medical Supply Technician for Sterile Processing Services.

The eligible candidate will assemble complex instrument sets and manage sterilization workflows in a high‑stakes hospital environment. Required are basic experience or education in healthcare, with KSAs in sterilization, instrument handling, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience or one year of health care related education.
• Knowledge of sterile processing and instrument handling.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Assembles highly complex instrument sets for diverse procedures.
• Operates and troubleshoots sterilization and cleaning equipment.
• Ensures conformity to SOPs and manufacturer guidelines.
• Communicates updates to staff and management.

Skills

Sterile processing

Instrument set assembly

Cleaning and sterilization equipment

Written and verbal communication

Education

Healthcare-related education

Tools

CRCST

CER

CIS

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at John J. Pershing VA Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO seeks an Advanced Medical Supply Technician for Sterile Processing Services.

The eligible candidate will assemble complex instrument sets and manage sterilization workflows in a high‑stakes hospital environment. Required are basic experience or education in healthcare, with KSAs in sterilization, instrument handling, and strong communication.