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Advanced Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 17 days ago
On-site Atlanta, GA $69K – $90K Apply by Sep 22, 2026 Medical Supply Aide And Technician ESFJINFJISFJISTJ HealthcareTrades
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This position is located within the Sterile Processing Service in the Atlanta, Georgia VA Healthcare System.
What You'll Do
- →Duties and responsibilities of the Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) include, but are not limited to: Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical RME in the decontamination area and may receive noncritical equipment in the decontamination area as well.
- →Disassembles complex 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 manufacturer instructions.
- →Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids, and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing, and scrubbing.
- →Assembles instruments; including the most complex sets, and other surgical items, by selecting appropriate items, trays, instruments, etc. and assembles them in the correct manner to ensure appropriate sterilization.
- →Inspects, assembles, and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization such as but not limited to steam, hydrogen peroxide, ETO, and high-level disinfecting scope re-processors.
- →Labels all sterilized items correctly according to AAMI and VHA Directive 1116(2) standards.
- →Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment.
- →Builds the full complement of Operating Room case carts to include RME, implants, and disposable.
- →Identifies suitable replacement if requested item is not available.
- →Utilizes advanced functions of instrument tracking system.
- →Provides guidance and training to staff members with less experience Work Schedule: 0730-1600 or 1530-2400, M-F, rotating weekends and holidays.
- →Work Schedule is subject to change based on agency need.
- →Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
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.
- ✓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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
- ✓Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation/examination.
- ✓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 "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
- ✓As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 87303bbd-ca5c-41c9-88b0-151825362d6d
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