Sterile Processing Technician (Full-Time)

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Augusta (ME); In loco; USD 42.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

VA Maine Healthcare System in Augusta, ME seeks a Medical Supply Technician in the Sterile Processing Service. This full-time position (40 hours) supports decontamination, sterilization, and preparation of reusable medical equipment for the medical center.

Candidates must meet basic requirements including US citizenship, English proficiency, and appropriate education or experience. Training in sterile processing and knowledge of sterilization equipment are essential; strong communication skills

Competenze

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Six months of experience in MST or sterile processing.
• Education: 1 year above high school with at least 6 semester hours in health care related courses.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education acceptable.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Mansioni

• Removes soil and debris; inspects packages for proper sterilization.
• Assembles basic instrument sets and trays for the medical center.
• Loads and operates sterilizers (steam, Sterrad, Steris, ETO).
• Prepares operating room case carts daily.

Conoscenze

Sterile processing

Medical terminology

Universal precautions

Oral and written communication

Read instructions

Formazione

Two years above high school in related health care courses

Bachelor's degree or higher (preferred)

Strumenti

CENSITRAC software

Descrizione del lavoro

VA Maine Healthcare System in Augusta, ME seeks a Medical Supply Technician in the Sterile Processing Service. This full-time position (40 hours) supports decontamination, sterilization, and preparation of reusable medical equipment for the medical center.

Candidates must meet basic requirements including US citizenship, English proficiency, and appropriate education or experience. Training in sterile processing and knowledge of sterilization equipment are essential; strong communication skills