Sterile Processing Tech: Elevate Patient Safety

Veterans Health Administration; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration in Dublin, GA is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to support decontamination, preparation, and sterile supply functions across the facility.

The role requires basic experience or education in sterile processing, understanding of surgical instrument handling, and ability to follow safety standards; candidates should communicate effectively and adapt to a dynamic clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in sterile processing or related clinical setting.
• Two years of education above high school with at least 12 semester hours in related courses.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may qualify for entry level.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, prepare, and maintain sterile supply items.
• Assemble specialty instrument sets for operating rooms and clinics.
• Follow universal precautions and safety procedures to prevent contamination.
• Read and interpret written instructions and procedures accurately.

Skills

Universal precautions

Sterile instrument handling

Medical terminology

Written & spoken communication

Education

1 year of college with health care courses

2 years of college with health care courses

Bachelor's degree in health-related field

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration in Dublin, GA is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to support decontamination, preparation, and sterile supply functions across the facility.

The role requires basic experience or education in sterile processing, understanding of surgical instrument handling, and ability to follow safety standards; candidates should communicate effectively and adapt to a dynamic clinical environment.