Sterile Processing Technician: Critical Care Instrumentation

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Supply Technician for the Dayton VA Medical Center's Sterile Processing Service. The role supports decontamination and preparation of surgical instruments in a 24/5 environment with on-call coverage on weekends and holidays.

Requirements include six months of related experience or education, and one year of healthcare coursework. The position details include instrument knowledge, safety procedures, and sterility principles, with the

Qualifications

• Six months of experience performing the work or related understanding.
• One year above high school with health care related courses (sterile processing, nursing assistant, OR tech).
• Equivalent combination of experience and education is acceptable for entry level.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive contaminated equipment and determine cleaning methods per manufacturer instructions.
• Disassemble, inspect, and reprocess reusable medical equipment (RME) for sterilization.
• Document daily checks and maintain records for sterilization equipment.
• Work in decontamination and sterile supply areas following safety and sterility principles.

Skills

Sterile processing

Decontamination procedures

Medical terminology

Education

Healthcare related education

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Supply Technician for the Dayton VA Medical Center's Sterile Processing Service. The role supports decontamination and preparation of surgical instruments in a 24/5 environment with on-call coverage on weekends and holidays.

Requirements include six months of related experience or education, and one year of healthcare coursework. The position details include instrument knowledge, safety procedures, and sterility principles, with the