Sterile Processing Lead Technician

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

VA Boston Healthcare System in West Roxbury, MA, seeks a Lead Medical Supply Technician to support the Sterile Processing Service. This full-time role manages workload, ensures compliance with SOPs, and guides staff in sterile processing procedures.

The incumbent uses knowledge of decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization methods to supervise operations and training. Candidates should meet federal requirements and health-care related education or experience.

Qualifications

• United States Citizenship required; English language proficiency in spoken and written form.
• Six months of related experience or one year of higher education in healthcare courses.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workload distribution among SPS staff and prioritize tasks.
• Ensure SOPs and SPS mandates are followed during workflow.
• Instruct staff on correct procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Staff instruction

Lead staff

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sterility knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Health care related coursework (sterile processing, etc.)

Tools

Sterilization equipment handling

Job description

VA Boston Healthcare System in West Roxbury, MA, seeks a Lead Medical Supply Technician to support the Sterile Processing Service. This full-time role manages workload, ensures compliance with SOPs, and guides staff in sterile processing procedures.

The incumbent uses knowledge of decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization methods to supervise operations and training. Candidates should meet federal requirements and health-care related education or experience.