Medical Supply Tech (SPS)

Summary The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) receives, inspects, cleans, and reprocess, contaminated critical and semi-critical surgical instruments and equipment. Determines the correct method for assembling, packaging and sterilization of reusable medical device (RMD). This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT until Monday, June 8, 2026. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred weekly or as vacancies become available. Responsibilities Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf Medical Supply Aide and Technician: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Medical-Supply-Aide-Career-Flyer.pdf Assigned Duties include but are not limited to the following: GS-03 (Entry Level) Demonstrates basic and working knowledge of instrumentation to properly identify and accuratelysorts/assembles instrumentation sets and equipment according to assigned categories and established procedures. Receives guidance from more experienced staff members and requires frequent and direct supervision. Performs all duties as assigned. GS-4 (Developmental Level) Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of reusable medical devices (RMD). Completes segments of work pertaining to the assembly of basic sets and trays for use in the medical center. Operates equipment involved in sterilization processes. Prepares operating room case carts. Receives guidance from more experienced staff members and requires frequent and direct supervision. Performs all duties as assigned. GS-5 (Developmental Level) Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids, and other containments by wiping, soaking, rinsing, and scrubbing. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization. Assembles basic sets and trays used throughout the medical center including those used in the operating room. Prepares, loads, and operates sterilizers such as steam, Sterrad, Steris, ETO, and a high level disinfecting scope re-processor. Prepares operating room case carts daily using surgery schedule. Receives guidance from more experienced staff members for more complex tasks and requires direct supervision on new assignments. Performs all duties as assigned. GS-6 (Full Performance Level) Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical RMD in decontamination area and may receive noncritical equipment in the decontamination area as well. Disassembles the RMD and determines the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning /decontamination agents as determined by manufactures instructions. Inspects, prepares, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization such as but not limited to steam, Sterrad, Steris, EtO and high level disinfecting re-processors. Prepares operating room case carts daily utilizing surgery schedule. Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing and scrubbing. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization, assembles basic sets and trays used throughout the medical center including those used in the operating room. Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of reusable medical equipment (RMD). Completes segments of work pertaining to the assembly of basic sets and trays for use in the medical center. Operates equipment involved in sterilization processes. May be required to prepare operating room case carts. Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment. MSTs receive guidance from more experienced staff members and SPS management. Performs all duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Rotating Shifts -Sunday-Saturday: 7 AM-3:30 PM, 7:30 AM-4 PM, 3 PM-11:30 PM, 11 PM-7:30 AM Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 09019F, 09020F, 09021F, 09022F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2026-04-20