Sterile Processing Technician — Critical Medical Device Sterilization

Veterans Health Administration; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal holidays

Parental leave

Childcare subsidy

Federal retirement

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in New Orleans is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to sterilize, decontaminate, and distribute reusable medical equipment. You will handle contaminated devices, select proper cleaning methods per manufacturer instructions, and ensure accurate documentation and SOP compliance.

The role operates Monday–Friday, 11:00am–7:30pm, with federal benefits including paid time off, holidays, and retirement options; eligibility for parental leave after

Qualifications

• Civilian federal employment knowledge and SOP adherence is essential.
• Experience or familiarity with sterile processing workflows is preferred.
• Basic understanding of decontamination and sterilization methods per SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize, prepare, and supply reusable medical equipment (RMD).
• Receive and process contaminated devices in decontamination; determine cleaning method per manufacturer instructions.
• Document operational checks and maintain SOP knowledge for cleaning and sterilization processes.

Skills

Sterilization

Decontamination

Record keeping

Tools

Ultrasonic cleaners

Mechanical washers

Chemical cleaners

Job description

Veterans Health Administration in New Orleans is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to sterilize, decontaminate, and distribute reusable medical equipment. You will handle contaminated devices, select proper cleaning methods per manufacturer instructions, and ensure accurate documentation and SOP compliance.

The role operates Monday–Friday, 11:00am–7:30pm, with federal benefits including paid time off, holidays, and retirement options; eligibility for parental leave after