Sterile Processing Technician – Decontamination & Prep

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) at the Ernest Childers VA Outpatient Clinic in Tulsa, OK. The role involves decontamination, sterilization, and coordination of sterile packs for procedures, under supervision.

Applicants must meet basic federal requirements and English proficiency. Developmental to full-performance levels exist (GS-3 to GS-6) with training in sterilization methods and hospital instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience or education in a healthcare setting.
• Basic knowledge of universal precautions for safety and cross-contamination prevention.
• Basic knowledge of sterilization and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, sterilize, and inspect reusable medical equipment (RME).
• Assemble basic instrument sets and trays for operating rooms and clinics.
• Load and operate sterilizers (steam, Sterrad, Steris, ETO, and similar systems).
• Prepare operating room case carts; follow schedule and safety protocols.

Skills

Sterile processing

Operating room instruments

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma + 6 health care credits

Two years of college with 12 related credits

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) at the Ernest Childers VA Outpatient Clinic in Tulsa, OK. The role involves decontamination, sterilization, and coordination of sterile packs for procedures, under supervision.

Applicants must meet basic federal requirements and English proficiency. Developmental to full-performance levels exist (GS-3 to GS-6) with training in sterilization methods and hospital instrumentation.