Medical Supply Technician - Sterile Processing

Summary This is a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) position in the Sterile Processing Service of the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, Virginia. If you have experience reprocessing and storing Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) and enjoy working with other MSTs, we would love to hear from you. (This is an instrument cleaning/sterilization position, not a supply ordering position). Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Clarification from the agency NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. Duties Duties include but are not limited to: Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical reusable medical equipment (RME) in decontamination area. Disassembles the RME 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 manufacturers' instructions. Inspects, prepares, assembles, and determines the correct packaging and method of sterilization, to include but not limited to the following: steam, low temperature sterilization, and high-level disinfection. Manually removes debris, soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids, and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing, brushing, flushing, and scrubbing. Performs quality audits on critical and semi-critical RME for indications of proper cleaning, assembly, and sterilization. Assembles RME sets and trays used throughout the facility, including those used in the operating room and clinics. Operates equipment in all areas of sterile processing. Performs and documents daily operational checks on all sterilization and decontamination equipment. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skill in assembly of trays and peel packs, to include identification of contents, internal chemical indicators, lot control numbers, wrapping, labeling and methods of sterilization. Monitors and documents all required information for each sterilization and disinfection load and sterilizer. Participates in the department Quality Improvement Plan, as needed. Quality Improvement responsibilities include but are not limited to, biological spore testing, efficacy testing, and documenting results of all sterilization and high-level disinfection methods and testing. Appropriately handles and transports all sterilized items when placing them in storage and identifies any breaks in the integrity of the package. Re-stocks shelves in sterile storage and other areas to maintain defined PAR levels of all supplies, instrument trays, and other items maintained in inventory. Uses proper procedure to assemble case carts according to surgical schedule and procedure specific preference cards. Transports clean and soiled case carts between procedural areas and Sterile Processing. Transports additional instrumentation as needed. Maintains cleanliness and appropriate supply levels at workstations in all areas of department. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The GS-0622-6 Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) performs full-performance sterile processing duties involving the decontamination, assembly, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable medical devices and surgical instrumentation. Applies knowledge of infection control, sterilization methods, medical terminology, and instrument tracking systems to ensure the safe and effective support of patient care. Work Schedule : Monday-Friday, 3:15 pm-12:00 am (occasional call) Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time of…

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