Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Job in Butler, PA

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

• Veterans

  Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Duties

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, flexible hours 7:30am-5:30pm
Functional Statement #:Hybrid Title 38 - Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) - Appendix G47

Responsible for performing comprehensive sterilization testing procedures utilizing line microorganisms and chemical reactive testing to ensure all
sterilization parameters are being met by sterilizer chambers, coinciding with these procedures is the compliance to strict, accurate record keeping of sterilizer functions and test, inclusive of reading and interpreting sterilizer charts, gauges and controls, being adept at detecting machine malfunction while knowing appropriate reporting procedures. The MST is knowledgeable of all Quality testing in Decontamination, Prep and Assemble, and Sterilization, all instruments, instrument trays, surgical instrumentation sets, complex diagnostic treatment of instruments and final wrapping
techniques. MST serves as a Reusable Medical Device (RMD) subject-matter expert.

Decontamination:

1. Adhere to and report any non-compliance of facility regulations regarding application and removal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
2. Scan RMD and soiled containers into Decontamination through CensiTrac system.
3. Disassemble the RMD as determined by manufacture instructions for use (MIFU) and standard operating procedures (SOP).
4. Decontaminate RMD and soiled containers by determining the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to manual cleaning, ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents, as determined MIFUs and SOPs.
5. Adhere to Decontamination infection control practices.
6. Coordinate the workflow for Decontamination to include prioritization from a variety of cleaning/disinfecting phases.
7. Operate automated reprocessing equipment such as the ultrasonic cleaner and washer/disinfectors in accordance with the device's MIFU and SOP.
8. Complete and document quality assurance testing.
9. Report any issues to SPS Chief identified within Decontamination such as but not limited to ultrasonic, washer disinfector, sinks, failed quality assurance testing and low supplies.

1. Perform and document daily operational checks, and records for all sterilization equipment. Ensures that daily spore testing and sterilizer control measures as it relates to quality assurance principles of sterilization and elimination of cross contamination have been met.
2. Complete and document daily cleaning assignments.
3. Follow all device specific MIFUs and SOPs while conducting assembly and sterilization procedures, including Infection Control Practices.
4. Assemble a wide variety of instrument trays and sets used for medical procedures utilized in the facility, CLC, and CBOCs.
5. Perform quality checks for all RMD, including correct labels and information required.
6. Utilize CensiTrac for all processes within Assembly and Sterilization.
7. Identify any damaged or missing items in instrument sets informs SPS Chief when quality checks fail.
8. Inspects, assembles, and determines the correct method, packaging, time and temperature and sterilizer setting following MIFU and SOP for sterilization.
9. Coordinate the workflow for assembly to include prioritization from a variety of assembly and sterilization processes.
10. Monitor and report biological testing for each sterilization cycle.

1. Ensure documentation of sterilization is completed and passed.
2. Ensure biological resulted negatively before releasing RMD to clinics.
3. Inspect each RMD for indicator changes, staining, contamination, tip protectors in place, or any package integrity issues or compromise. If any noted, scan item to.Decontamination and return to Decontamination immediately.
4. Scan RMD from sterilizer to appropriate location utilizing CensiTrac.
5. Serve as an expert in inventories, replenish shortages from sterile supply, inspect for sterility integrity for instrument sets and expendable items.
6. Follows up to ensure RMD rotates at the appropriate intervals, communicates needs for restocking outdated supplies, and maintains stock levels of critical and semi-critical RMD for clinics, CLC, and CBOCs.
7. Operates and monitors temperature/humidity-controlled storage cabinets according to MIFU and SOP.
8. Operates automation equipment according to MIFU and SOP, facility procedure to prepare, store, retrieve or process information.
9. Complete and document quality assurance testing.
10. Monitors and reports to SPS Chief, Quality Assurance testing failing.
11. Completes scanning into CensiTrac of RMD
12. Completes and documents ViewPoint.

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 (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 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.

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/17/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12813939.

1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

Next steps

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NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.