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Medical Supply Technician
Indian Health Service · Posted 4 days ago
On-site Gallup, NM $41K – $54K Apply by Oct 1, 2026 Medical Supply Aide And Technician ESTJESTPISFPISTP Trades
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This position is located in the Central Sterile Reprocessing Department of the Gallup Indian Medical Center. The purpose is to provide reprocessing of medical-surgical instruments, trays, etc. (decontamination and sterilization) for the inpatient units, outpatient clinics and the surgical suites. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
What You'll Do
- →Rotate among the various duty assignments within the central sterile reprocessing department.
- →Assignments include but not limited to decontamination; instrument preparation, including trays; equipment maintenance; removing damaged and non-usable instruments; issuing clean equipment and sterile trays.
- →Wash the washers and sterilizer per policy.
- →Decontaminate the full range of reusable medical supplies and equipment used within the hospital's units and clinics.
- →Prepare the full range of trays and sets used on the units and in the clinics of the facility.
- →Determine that all instruments function properly.
- →Periodically tests operation of equipment for effectiveness of sterilization per manufacturer's and standards.
- →Sterilize instruments, equipment, utensils, linen, and supplies various types of autoclaves and aerators.
- →Disassemble and clean equipment such as suction machines, healing/coping machines, infusion pumps, etc. using approved disinfectants, detergents, and cleaners.
Requirements
- ✓Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S.
- ✓Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
- ✓To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.
- ✓Works on a regular or rotational basis to provide continuity of services during evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
- ✓You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
- ✓Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.
- ✓A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.
- ✓Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance.
- ✓Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.
- ✓Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.
- ✓Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination.
- ✓Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.
- ✓Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).
- ✓Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification.
Benefits
- ★This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children.
- ★Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.
- ★IHS Selectees whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently, temporarily, or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine-preventable diseases, consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers.
- ★Vaccine exemption requests may be available, as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance.
Personality Fit
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