Sterile Processing Team Lead

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Federal pension

Health insurance

Job summary

The Lead Medical Supply Technician position is within the Sterile Processing Service at the VA Boston Healthcare System, West Roxbury - MA. This full-time role supports sterilization, preparation, and distribution of reusable medical equipment and clean supplies for VA patient care.

The incumbent leads staff, allocates workload, ensures SOP adherence, and trains team members while coordinating with SPS management to maintain service quality and safety standards across shifts.

Qualifications

• Citizenship and English language proficiency required.
• Six months of related experience or equivalent education.
• GS-7 level requires one year of specialized experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide sterilization, preparation, and distribution support for SPS.
• Distribute workload among staff and manage priorities.
• Instruct staff on procedures and maintain SOP compliance.
• Train team members and monitor performance against standards.
• Ensure items are safe and delivered in proper condition for VA care.

Skills

Leadership

Sterile processing

Staff training

Workflow management

Communication

Education

One year above high school with healthcare courses

Equivalent combination of experience and education

Job description

The Lead Medical Supply Technician position is within the Sterile Processing Service at the VA Boston Healthcare System, West Roxbury - MA. This full-time role supports sterilization, preparation, and distribution of reusable medical equipment and clean supplies for VA patient care.

The incumbent leads staff, allocates workload, ensures SOP adherence, and trains team members while coordinating with SPS management to maintain service quality and safety standards across shifts.