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Medical Supply Technician - Sterile Processing
US Government Jobs, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84101
Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)
The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) will be supporting the decontamination, preparation, and sterilization, disinfection, and distribution of the facilities critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD). The MST will utilize the processes for Reusable Medical Devices (RMD), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for decontaminating, preparation, sterilization, and disinfection of RMD appropriate to this position. This position is open to current permanent VA Salt Lake City Health Care System Employees. VA Employees Nationwide, and all other Federal Employees. Duties
Performs work pertaining to the decontamination, preparation, sterilization, disinfection, and distribution of reusable medical devices (RMD); and tracking RMD in the instrument tracking program. Documents all Quality Assurance involved in decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and disinfection Tracks RMD in the instrument tracking program Documents all Quality Assurance involved in decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and disinfection, distribution, and inventory management processes. Operates equipment involved in decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and disinfection processes. Maintains current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manufacturer's instructions for use (MIFU) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, preparation, sterilization, disinfection, and distribution of RMD. Demonstrates their ability to utilize an acceptable proficiency in the use of RMD appropriate to this position. Manually cleans RMD - removes gross soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids, and other containments by discarding, wiping, brushing, scrubbing, soaking, rinsing; and mechanically wash RMD in decontamination. Required to dry, inspect, prepare, assemble, maintain, handle, package RMD according to SOPs and/or MIFUs. Disinfects and/or sterilizes RMD utilizing appropriate disinfection and/or sterilization methods and equipment according to SOPs and MIFUs. Performs and documents daily operational checks for all processes and equipment. Will perform work in various settings: decontamination, preparation, clean sterile supply and in other services and departments throughout the medical facility/campus. Required to work in areas that are hot or cold. Requires standing and walking during the entire workday and frequent bending and lifting of packages (occasionally weighing as much as 50 pounds). Requires dexterity and visual acuity for assessing, manipulating, disassembly and assembly of RMD, as well as discerning physical monitors and process indicators of equipment. Alternates between a contaminated environment and a carefully controlled clean environment. Communicates both orally and in writing. Utilizes universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination. Utilizes medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, medical conditions, and procedures in order to assemble RMD. Possesses proficient knowledge and application of decontamination, preparation, disinfection and sterilization reprocessing equipment and processes and is able to track these processes in the instrument tracking system (Censitrac). Possesses knowledge of event-related packaging and storage methodology. Understands and applies quality assurance principles regarding RMD and RMD processes and reprocessing equipment. Reads, interprets, and applies written instructions and procedures. Requirements
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. You may be required to serve a probationary period. 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. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Qualifications
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until August 15, 2025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be May 29, 2025. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship English Language Proficiency Experience and/or Education Grade Determinations: GS-03 (Entry Level): None beyond the basic requirements. GS-04 (Developmental Level): Six months experience as a MST, operating room or surgical technician or other position that demonstrated knowledge of sterile processing in a clinical setting; or Two years of education above high school that included at least 12 semester hours in courses related to the occupation. GS-05 (Developmental Level): One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level; or Four academic years above high school leading to a Bachelor's degree with at least 12 semester hours in courses related to the occupation or a Bachelor's degree. GS-06 (Full Performance Level): One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. Preferred Experience: At least 1 year Sterile Processing experience. VA Sterile Processing Certification or HSPA CRCST certification or CBSPD certification.
The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) will be supporting the decontamination, preparation, and sterilization, disinfection, and distribution of the facilities critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD). The MST will utilize the processes for Reusable Medical Devices (RMD), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for decontaminating, preparation, sterilization, and disinfection of RMD appropriate to this position. This position is open to current permanent VA Salt Lake City Health Care System Employees. VA Employees Nationwide, and all other Federal Employees. Duties
Performs work pertaining to the decontamination, preparation, sterilization, disinfection, and distribution of reusable medical devices (RMD); and tracking RMD in the instrument tracking program. Documents all Quality Assurance involved in decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and disinfection Tracks RMD in the instrument tracking program Documents all Quality Assurance involved in decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and disinfection, distribution, and inventory management processes. Operates equipment involved in decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and disinfection processes. Maintains current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manufacturer's instructions for use (MIFU) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, preparation, sterilization, disinfection, and distribution of RMD. Demonstrates their ability to utilize an acceptable proficiency in the use of RMD appropriate to this position. Manually cleans RMD - removes gross soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids, and other containments by discarding, wiping, brushing, scrubbing, soaking, rinsing; and mechanically wash RMD in decontamination. Required to dry, inspect, prepare, assemble, maintain, handle, package RMD according to SOPs and/or MIFUs. Disinfects and/or sterilizes RMD utilizing appropriate disinfection and/or sterilization methods and equipment according to SOPs and MIFUs. Performs and documents daily operational checks for all processes and equipment. Will perform work in various settings: decontamination, preparation, clean sterile supply and in other services and departments throughout the medical facility/campus. Required to work in areas that are hot or cold. Requires standing and walking during the entire workday and frequent bending and lifting of packages (occasionally weighing as much as 50 pounds). Requires dexterity and visual acuity for assessing, manipulating, disassembly and assembly of RMD, as well as discerning physical monitors and process indicators of equipment. Alternates between a contaminated environment and a carefully controlled clean environment. Communicates both orally and in writing. Utilizes universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination. Utilizes medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, medical conditions, and procedures in order to assemble RMD. Possesses proficient knowledge and application of decontamination, preparation, disinfection and sterilization reprocessing equipment and processes and is able to track these processes in the instrument tracking system (Censitrac). Possesses knowledge of event-related packaging and storage methodology. Understands and applies quality assurance principles regarding RMD and RMD processes and reprocessing equipment. Reads, interprets, and applies written instructions and procedures. Requirements
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. You may be required to serve a probationary period. 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. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Qualifications
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until August 15, 2025. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be May 29, 2025. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship English Language Proficiency Experience and/or Education Grade Determinations: GS-03 (Entry Level): None beyond the basic requirements. GS-04 (Developmental Level): Six months experience as a MST, operating room or surgical technician or other position that demonstrated knowledge of sterile processing in a clinical setting; or Two years of education above high school that included at least 12 semester hours in courses related to the occupation. GS-05 (Developmental Level): One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level; or Four academic years above high school leading to a Bachelor's degree with at least 12 semester hours in courses related to the occupation or a Bachelor's degree. GS-06 (Full Performance Level): One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. Preferred Experience: At least 1 year Sterile Processing experience. VA Sterile Processing Certification or HSPA CRCST certification or CBSPD certification.