Sterile Processing Tech: Ensure Safe Surgical Instrument Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Nashville seeks a Medical Surgical Technician (MST) at the GS-06 level.

The role requires knowledge of sterile processing, surgical instruments, and safety protocols to maintain sterile conditions and proper handling of materials in operating and clinic settings. Candidates must meet federal requirements, with prerequisites including education or experience in healthcare related fields and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings.
• Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, medical conditions and procedures.
• Knowledge of sterility principles in regards to instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures.

Skills

Surgical instruments

Universal precautions

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Microbiology

Sterility principles

Read & interpret procedures

Education

One year of health care related coursework beyond high school

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Nashville seeks a Medical Surgical Technician (MST) at the GS-06 level.

The role requires knowledge of sterile processing, surgical instruments, and safety protocols to maintain sterile conditions and proper handling of materials in operating and clinic settings. Candidates must meet federal requirements, with prerequisites including education or experience in healthcare related fields and English proficiency.