Sterile Processing Technician — Precision Instrument Sets

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

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to inspect, assemble and prepare reusable medical equipment for sterilization in a hospital setting. This OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT is active through September 30, 2026, with daily referrals of qualified applicants.

Basic requirements include citizenship, education/experience options, and English proficiency. Positions span multiple GS levels depending on experience, with advancement based on KSAs

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in MST or related field or education path as described.
• One year above high school with 6+ semester hours in health care related courses.
• Combination of experience and education is acceptable for entry level.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, prepare, and assemble sterile processing equipment for sterilization.
• Determine correct method and packaging for sterilization of reusable medical equipment.
• Maintain proper packaging, labeling, and documentation to ensure sterility and traceability.

Skills

Sterile processing

Sterilization equipment

Education

One year above high school health care courses

Education substitution (military courses)

Tools

Sterilizers

Operating room trays

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) to inspect, assemble and prepare reusable medical equipment for sterilization in a hospital setting. This OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT is active through September 30, 2026, with daily referrals of qualified applicants.

Basic requirements include citizenship, education/experience options, and English proficiency. Positions span multiple GS levels depending on experience, with advancement based on KSAs