Sterile Processing Technician - Medical Supplies & Sterilization

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Charleston VA Healthcare Network is seeking a Medical Supply Technician to join its sterile processing team. The incumbent will sterilize and prepare supplies, decontaminate and distribute reusable medical equipment, and support operating room and facility services according to VA standards.

Candidates must be able to read procedures, follow universal precautions, and handle equipment safely. This full-time role requires experience in sterilization and a commitment to quality, patient

Qualifications

• One year of experience in sterilization or related duties.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments.
• Ability to read instructions and procedures.
• Proficiency in safety and universal precautions.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and prepare supplies for sterile storage.
• Decontaminate and distribute reusable medical equipment.
• Load and operate sterilizers (steam, Sterrad, Steris, ETO).
• Inspect packages for proper sterilization.
• Follow safety guidelines and quality standards.

Skills

Sterile processing

Safety protocols

Medical terminology

Universal precautions

Instrument knowledge

Tools

Sterilizers

Job description

The Charleston VA Healthcare Network is seeking a Medical Supply Technician to join its sterile processing team. The incumbent will sterilize and prepare supplies, decontaminate and distribute reusable medical equipment, and support operating room and facility services according to VA standards.

Candidates must be able to read procedures, follow universal precautions, and handle equipment safely. This full-time role requires experience in sterilization and a commitment to quality, patient