Sterile Processing Technician — Vital Reprocessing Expert

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Jefferson Barracks (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs in Saint Louis is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (MST) assigned to the Sterile Processing Service. The MST will reprocess Reusable Medical Devices for all clinical services across the VA Saint Louis divisions, including surgical suites and outpatient areas.

This entry-level to developmental role emphasizes adherence to universal precautions, proper sterilization methods, and coordination with OR teams to ensure sterile instrument readiness.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience or equivalent education in sterile processing.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and maintain aseptic technique.
• Proficient in English for spoken and written communication.
• Knowledge of sterilization equipment and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, sterilize and inspect reusable medical devices (RMD).
• Assemble basic instrument sets and trays for the medical center.
• Load and operate sterilizers and prepare operating room case carts.
• Follow universal precautions and safety procedures.

Skills

Sterile processing

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High school with health care courses

Healthcare-related coursework

Tools

Sterilizers (steam/Sterrad/Steris/ETO)

Decontamination equipment

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs in Saint Louis is seeking a Medical Supply Technician (MST) assigned to the Sterile Processing Service. The MST will reprocess Reusable Medical Devices for all clinical services across the VA Saint Louis divisions, including surgical suites and outpatient areas.

This entry-level to developmental role emphasizes adherence to universal precautions, proper sterilization methods, and coordination with OR teams to ensure sterile instrument readiness.