Sterile Processing Tech: Reusable Medical Equipment Expert

Veterans Health Administration; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 49,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to join the Sterile Processing Service (SPS). You will complete SPS Level 1 training within 90 days of hire and participate in ongoing education to maintain certification.

Responsibilities include handling Reusable Medical Equipment, determining cleaning methods, and ensuring proper sterilization and documentation. This federal role offers stable employment and a defined pay range.

Qualifications

• Completion of SPS Level 1 training within 90 days of hire.
• Continued education to maintain SPS Level 1 certification.
• Familiarity with SOPs for cleaning, decontamination, sterilization and storage of RME.

Responsibilities

• Complete SPS Level 1 training within 90 days of hire.
• Maintain knowledge of SOPs for cleaning, decontamination, preparation, disinfection, sterilization and storage of RME.
• Receive, inspect, reprocess and package reusable medical equipment for sterilization.
• Determine cleaning methods and appropriate sterilization processes.
• Record daily checks for processes and equipment and ensure proper transport of items.

Skills

SPS Level 1 certification

Sterile processing knowledge

Education

Education recognized by U.S. Department of Education

Job description

Veterans Health Administration in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to join the Sterile Processing Service (SPS). You will complete SPS Level 1 training within 90 days of hire and participate in ongoing education to maintain certification.

Responsibilities include handling Reusable Medical Equipment, determining cleaning methods, and ensuring proper sterilization and documentation. This federal role offers stable employment and a defined pay range.