Incumbent serves as a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) within the Sterile Processing service line at the Omaha VA Medical Center.
Incumbent works on decontamination, preparation and assembly, inspection, sterilization, High-level Disinfection of endoscopes, transducers, probes, supply items, critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD), package and labeling peel pouch items, and distribution support to include RMD pickup and delivery for the medical center.
Major duties include, but are not limited to the following: Receiving, disassembling, cleaning (ultrasonic, mechanical, chemical) contaminated critical/semi-critical RMDs. Knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings. Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination. Knowledge of sterility principles regarding instrumentation Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures.
Selecting proper packaging and sterilization methods. Completing and documenting daily operation checks on sterilization equipment. Broad knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, microbiology, and sterility principles Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm 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
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The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran.
This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.
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marquell.steed@va.gov · 702-334-7190
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $32759 – $66288/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-09.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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