Sterile Processing Technician: Instrument Sets & Sterilization

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Amarillo, TX seeks a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to manage decontamination, sterilization, and preparation of reusable medical devices. The role requires adherence to SOPs and knowledge of sterile processing in a clinical setting.

Entry to full performance levels (GS-3–GS-6) are described with increasing responsibilities, supervision, and training. Experience or education combined with healthcare coursework is considered for placement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and cross contamination.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology for instrument sets.
• Basic knowledge of sterilization and cleaning equipment.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, sterilize and inspect reusable medical equipment (RME).
• Assemble basic sets and trays for operating rooms and clinics.
• Load and operate sterilizers and prepare operating room carts daily.

Skills

Universal precautions

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Sterilization equipment knowledge

Education

Six months experience

One year health care courses

Two years post high school with 12 semester hours

AF/armed forces course substitution

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Amarillo, TX seeks a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to manage decontamination, sterilization, and preparation of reusable medical devices. The role requires adherence to SOPs and knowledge of sterile processing in a clinical setting.

Entry to full performance levels (GS-3–GS-6) are described with increasing responsibilities, supervision, and training. Experience or education combined with healthcare coursework is considered for placement.