The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) applies knowledge of the processes for Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) as required by the position. The incumbent will be required to maintain current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, and preparation of RME appropriate to this position.
Duties include but are not limited to: Decontamination - Receives, inspects, and sorts reusable medical equipment (RME) and instruments. Performs basic cleaning of instruments using manual and automated equipment (washer/disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners) under supervision. Assists in the safe transport of contaminated and clean items between areas.
Assembly and Preparation (Basic) - Assists with assembling simple instrument sets and single packaged items (not major OR trays). Identifies and replaces missing or damaged instruments under guidance. Prepares peel packs, wraps, and labels instruments and supplies correctly. Inventory and Storage - Stocks and maintain supplies, peel packs, and basic instrument trays in clean storage areas. Ensures items are rotated (first-in, first-out) and stored according to policy.
Equipment Handling - Operates and monitors cleaning and disinfection equipment after receiving training. Perform routine checks and report any malfunctions immediately. Quality and Safety- Follows infection prevention and control practices. Participates in quality checks by reporting instrument defects, errors, or safety concerns. Maintains work areas in a clean and organized manner.
Learning and Development- Attends in-service training, competency assessments, and continuing education as assigned. Learn progressively more complex tasks in preparation for advancement to full performance level. Must work under supervision for all technical functions. Work Schedule: Rotating shifts including day shift, mid shift, evening shift, and night shift. Rotating shifts also includes weekends and holidays.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized. Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 80480F 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/.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $42526 – $68340/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-10.
There are 2 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-04 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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