The Marion VA Health Care System is actively recruiting for a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) position located in Marion, IL The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) or MST (SP) in the Sterile Processing Service within the Marion, IL VA Health Care System. MST (SP) is responsible for decontaminating critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD). The MST (SP) receives contaminated critical and semi-critical RMD in the decontamination areas and may receive noncritical equipment as well.
The MST (SP) is responsible for disassembling the RMD, and determining the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions. By way of the correct cleaning method, the MST (SP) removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluidsand other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing and scrubbing from the equipment.
The MST (SP) inspects, assembles and determines the correct method for packaging for sterilization, such as but not limited to steam, Sterrad, and high-level disinfecting scope reprocessors. The incumbent disposes of broken and unusable items in accordance with established protocols and procedures. The MST (SP) visually and manually ensures acceptable condition of instruments and equipment by inspecting instruments for damage, deterioration, or imperfections.
The incumbent packages items or assembles sets or trays for wards and clinics as well as complex instrument sets for operating rooms. The MST (SP) performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment. The incumbent receives guidance from more experienced staff members and SPS management. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 0900-1730 Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
jennifer.hart2@va.gov · 816-503-2465
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $45164 – $82198/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-12.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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