Sterile Processing Technician jobs at ATC Group Services

ATC HEALTHCARE IS CURRENTLY HIRING FOR A STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN ASSIGNMENT FOR A PROMINENT HEALTHCARE FACILITY IN LEONARDTOWN, MD, USA INTERESTED? CALL/TEXT ************ JUDY Work Type: 13 Week Travel Assignment Hourly Rate: Local - $26/hr; Travel - $30/hr Weekly Rate: $1,040-$1,200/Shift Location: Leonardtown, MD Title: Sterile Tech Start Date: 11/03/2025 Contract Length: 13 Weeks Shift: Days 5x8-Hour (06:00 - 14:30) Shift Note: Days, Weekends/Holiday Required as Needed Req: AHA BLS, IAHCSMM/HSPA. Flu Vaccine Required Required Minimum Qualifications: 2 Years Acute Care Sterile Processing Tech Experience is a Must Must Have Previous Travel Experience Experience in Acute Hospital OR, Chemical agents for decontamination, Disinfectants, Manual cleaning, Proper labeling, Ultrasonic cleaner, Use of Washers/sterilizers, Aseptic Technique, Case Cart, Loaner consignment trays Loaner trays, Organizing trays, Placing instruments on trays, Proper labeling, Proper selection of wrapping materials, Sterilization wrapping procedures, Endoscopes, Scope/Probe Reprocessing, Sets/trays assembly, Cystoscopes, Flex Sigmoidoscopes, Uteroscopes, Equipment Documentation, General, Laparoscopic, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Ortho/Total joints, Orthopedics, Urology, Biological indicators, Chemical indicators, Steam Sterilization Testing/monitoring, Immediate-use steam sterilization (IUSS) Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE #INDLARGO

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) for Veterans Health Administration (VHA) works in the Sterile Processing Service, VA Central Ohio Healthcare System, Chalmers P. Wylie Veterans Outpatient Clinic located in Columbus, Ohio. * Technician requires knowledge of the processes for Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) and maintains current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RME appropriate to this position. * Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical RME in decontamination area(s) such as main decontamination and GI Scope decontamination. * Receives noncritical case carts in the decontamination area for transport of RME as well. * Disassembles the RME and determines the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to manual cleaning, ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents as determined by manufactures instructions. * Inspects, prepares, assemb8les and determines the correct method of packaging for sterilization such as but not limited to Steam, Plasma (Sterrad), and high-level disinfection such as Cidex OPA, bleach, hydrogen peroxide, and the Automated Equipment Reprocessor (AER). Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:30 am - 6:00 pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: #92103-A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Performs and participates in the decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. * Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue storage or further processing (such as sterilization). * Monitors reads documents and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function (ETO Steam Steris and Sterrad). * Cleans and decontaminates reusable equipment instruments and supplies manually and mechanically (Hand Washing Washer/Sterilizer Ultrasonic Cleaner Scope Washer Cart Washer). * Participates in the coordination of all aspects of department's services. * Serves as the resource for information for employees and customers. * Models team behaviors to frontline employees. * Manages departmental bar code system (SPM ORMIS). * Serves as preceptor in all areas of CSS (decontam, distribution, assembly and sterilizers) * Must maintain a minimum of two advanced or specialty operations * In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent. Experience: 2 years of relevant experience preferred. Licensure: This position requires: Certification as CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) through HSPA OR CSPDT (Central Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) through CBSPD AND (1) additional following certification: CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist), CER (Certified Endoscope Reprocess), or CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader) * Within 6 months of hire into this role* PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. Position Compensation Range: $19.88 - $30.81 Hourly Benefits * Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings * Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts * Certification and education support * Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

Performs and participates in the decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage, and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. * Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue storage or further processing (such as sterilization). * Monitors reads documents and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function (ETO Steam Steris and Sterrad). * Cleans and decontaminates reusable equipment instruments and supplies manually and mechanically (Hand Washing Washer/Sterilizer Ultrasonic Cleaner Scope Washer Cart Washer). * Participates in the coordination of all aspects of department's services. * Serves as the resource for information for employees and customers. * Models team behaviors to frontline employees. * Manages departmental bar code system (SPM ORMIS). * Serves as preceptor in all areas of CSS (decontam, distribution, assembly and sterilizers) * Must maintain a minimum of two advanced or specialty operations * In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent. Experience: 2 years of relevant experience preferred. Licensure: This position requires: Certification as CRCST (Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician) through HSPA OR CSPDT (Central Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician) through CBSPD AND (1) additional following certification: CIS (Certified Instrument Specialist), CER (Certified Endoscope Reprocess), or CHL (Certified Healthcare Leader) * Within 6 months of hire into this role* PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. Position Compensation Range: $19.88 - $30.81 Hourly Benefits * Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings * Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts * Certification and education support * Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

Entry level/novice performs and participates in decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation, supplies, and equipment. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, ordering, receiving, conducting cycle counts, pulling cases for the Operating Room, stocking supplies, instruments and pans, restocking clean cart supplies, expediting supplies to the OR and stocking OMNICELL cabinets with room stock. Cleans Storeroom, keeps stock in order, verifies expiration dates and ensures correct items are stored in their correct locations. * Prepares and assembles surgical trays and equipment following established tray listings for issue, storage, or further processing (such as sterilization). * Monitors, reads, documents, and interprets all parameters for all types of sterilizers to ensure proper function (e.g. ETO, Steam, Steris, and Sterrad). * Cleans and decontaminates reusable equipment, instruments, and supplies, manually and mechanically (Hand Washing, Washer/Sterilizer, Ultrasonic Cleaner, Scope Washer, Cart Washer). * Gathers, assembles, and distributes surgical supplies, instruments, and medical equipment upon request or through case cart requisitions * Operates the departmental bar code system to maintain records for surgical trays and instruments received, processed, and distributed (SPM Tracking System). * Cleans area and keeps stock in order. * In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent. Experience: 1 year or relevant experience preferred Licensure: No certification required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. Position Compensation Range: $16.31 - $25.28 Hourly Benefits * Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance * Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings * Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts * Certification and education support * Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) receives and completes reprocessing of contaminated critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) in the decontamination area and performs quality assurance tasks for SPS. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The primary purpose of this position is to perform a range of duties required to decontaminate, clean, prepare, store, and distribute medical supplies and equipment used in all areas of the hospital. Duties of the Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) may include but are not limited to: * Inventories, replenishes shortages from sterile supply, inspects for sterility integrity for instrument sets and expendable items. * Adheres to facility regulations regarding application and removal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Rotates, restocks outdated supplies, and maintains stock levels of surgical supplies and equipment for wards, clinics, and the operating room. * Initiates requests for items based on the daily schedule of needs or individual requisitions. * Prepares individual surgical case carts with required instruments and surgical supplies for each scheduled and emergency operative procedure. * Trains new and/or lower graded employees at the request of supervision. * Receives a full range of reusable medical supplies, instruments and equipment from hospital wards, clinics, and operating rooms. * Decontaminates reusable items by determining the appropriate method for removing gross contamination by means of manual cleaning procedures. * Disassembles, decontaminates, and reassembles items as required. * Operates automated reprocessing equipment such as the ultrasonic cleaner and washer/disinfectors in accordance with the device Instructions for Use (IFU). * Conducts High-Level Disinfection (HLD) procedures by means of manual and automated processes while following the device(s) IFU's. * Examines items and instruments for damage, deterioration, or imperfection. * Maintains accurate written records of quality and preventative maintenance of such equipment. * Follows all device specific Instructions for Use (IFU) and set forth Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when conducting assembly and sterilization procedures. * Assembles a wide variety of instrument trays and sets used for medical procedures including the operating room. * Checks for damaged or missing items and arranges for replacements, maintenance, or repair as needed. * Processes, assembles, and performs all phases of sterilization for intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments for the operating room (trays contain large numbers of unique, non-interchangeable, specialized surgical instruments of similar appearance, with minor variations in size, conformation, and nomenclature, but with major variation in application). * Researches and applies the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Federal Drug Administration (FDA) standards as they pertain to sterile processing and the distribution of medical supplies. This announcement is being used to fill a variety of positions across 8 Veterans Affairs Medical facilities located in Alexandria, LA, Biloxi, MS, Fayetteville, AR, Houston, TX, Jackson, MS, Little Rock, AR New Orleans, LA, and Shreveport, LA. Applicants may select the location(s) they wish to be considered in the application. Exact duties and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Work Schedule: Work schedules may vary based on the location requested. Tour of duty is subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Recruitment Incentive (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 offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Number will vary based on the location selected Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Job Description Hiring for Sterile Processing Department Technician. Must hold applicable certification. Experience necessary with cleaning, assembly and sterilization processes. Must be able to work flexible hours, both day and afternoon hours. No weekends, nights, or holidays. High paced environment. Must be ble to work autonymously.. Caring work environment.

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) receives and completes reprocessing of contaminated critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) in the decontamination area and performs quality assurance tasks for SPS. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The primary purpose of this position is to perform a range of duties required to decontaminate, clean, prepare, store, and distribute medical supplies and equipment used in all areas of the hospital. Duties of the Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) may include but are not limited to: * Inventories, replenishes shortages from sterile supply, inspects for sterility integrity for instrument sets and expendable items. * Adheres to facility regulations regarding application and removal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Rotates, restocks outdated supplies, and maintains stock levels of surgical supplies and equipment for wards, clinics, and the operating room. * Initiates requests for items based on the daily schedule of needs or individual requisitions. * Prepares individual surgical case carts with required instruments and surgical supplies for each scheduled and emergency operative procedure. * Trains new and/or lower graded employees at the request of supervision. * Receives a full range of reusable medical supplies, instruments and equipment from hospital wards, clinics, and operating rooms. * Decontaminates reusable items by determining the appropriate method for removing gross contamination by means of manual cleaning procedures. * Disassembles, decontaminates, and reassembles items as required. * Operates automated reprocessing equipment such as the ultrasonic cleaner and washer/disinfectors in accordance with the device Instructions for Use (IFU). * Conducts High-Level Disinfection (HLD) procedures by means of manual and automated processes while following the device(s) IFU's. * Examines items and instruments for damage, deterioration, or imperfection. * Maintains accurate written records of quality and preventative maintenance of such equipment. * Follows all device specific Instructions for Use (IFU) and set forth Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when conducting assembly and sterilization procedures. * Assembles a wide variety of instrument trays and sets used for medical procedures including the operating room. * Checks for damaged or missing items and arranges for replacements, maintenance, or repair as needed. * Processes, assembles, and performs all phases of sterilization for intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments for the operating room (trays contain large numbers of unique, non-interchangeable, specialized surgical instruments of similar appearance, with minor variations in size, conformation, and nomenclature, but with major variation in application). * Researches and applies the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Federal Drug Administration (FDA) standards as they pertain to sterile processing and the distribution of medical supplies. This announcement is being used to fill a variety of positions across 8 Veterans Affairs Medical facilities located in Alexandria, LA, Biloxi, MS, Fayetteville, AR, Houston, TX, Jackson, MS, Little Rock, AR New Orleans, LA, and Shreveport, LA. Applicants may select the location(s) they wish to be considered in the application. Exact duties and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Work Schedule: Work schedules may vary based on the location requested. Tour of duty is subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Recruitment Incentive (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 offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Number will vary based on the location selected Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Job Title: Temporary Sterile Processing Technician Hourly Rate: $21.73 + $4.93 H&W = $26.66 (SCA LCAT “Medical Laboratory Technician”) Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM (excluding holidays) On-Call Requirement: Available 24/7 as needed (up to 60 workdays in a 3-month period, 120 days max in 6 months, and 240 days in 24 months) Position Overview Aptive is seeking skilled Sterile Processing Technicians to provide high-quality sterile processing services at the New York Harbor Healthcare System (VA NYHHS), Manhattan Campus. This role ensures the sterilization and high-level disinfection (HLD) of reusable medical equipment (RME) for surgical, dental, and hospital-wide procedures. Hours Call Outs: The services covered by this contract shall be furnished by the contractor as required, on call 7 days per week, 24 hours per day. The VAMC shall not pay any additional compensation to the contractor for overtime expenses incurred by its performance of this contract. Sterile Processing Technicians will be scheduled to work 8-hour shifts (plus ½ hour break), for up to 40 hours Monday through Friday each week, or on weekends as needed, not to exceed 60 workdays in 3-month period. Monday - Friday between 12:00pm - 8:30PM excluding holidays (Employee can work 60 days within 3 months or 120 days max in 6 months and the Employee can only work 240 days every 24 month.) Primary Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Reprocess (disassemble, clean, decontaminate, assemble, sterilize, and store) critical and semi-critical RMDs, including surgical instruments, trays, and flexible endoscopes. Adhere to manufacturer instructions, VA directives, ANSI/AAMI ST79 standards, IAHCSMM guidelines, and OSHA regulations. Utilize decontamination and sterilization equipment, software (e.g., Censitrac), and VA computer systems to document work. Apply aseptic principles and techniques for sterilization, including selecting appropriate detergents, cleaning methods, and sterilization mediums. Understand and maintain surgical instruments, reusable medical devices, and patient care equipment. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards and VA SPS/Infection Control policies. Minimum Qualifications Required Qualifications Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent plus three (3) years of recent experience as a Sterile Processing Technician in an acute care facility. Experience with general surgery, orthopedics, cardiothoracic, vascular, neuro/spine, ENT, ophthalmology, laparoscopic, robotic surgery, and flexible endoscopes. Certifications (Required): IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management) Certification or CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) Level II VA Certification (Preferred) About Aptive Arrow ARC supports Veterans Health Administration facilities and offices across the U.S. with health care staffing and program support via the 10-year Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP). We provide staffing solutions to address critical shortages in VHA medical facilities caused by turnover, recruitment issues, seasonal needs, surges or emergencies. Arrow is a certified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business joint venture between Artemis ARC and Aptive Resources, two award-winning companies that share an agile, mission-focused, results driven approach in the federal sector. Arrow provides management consulting services and specializes in working with federal government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and Office of Personnel Management. EEO Statement Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class. Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.

The Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) works in support of the Sterile Processing Service management team. Distributes and prioritizes workload among employees in accordance with established workflow and/or job specializations. Assures an even workflow and distribution of the workload. Revises work schedules to meet anticipated and unanticipated changes in the workload. Assigns work to staff based on experience and training needs. Monitors and reports on the status of work. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Lead Medical Supply Technician (MST) assesses the quality and quantity of work by reviewing the cleaning, reprocessing, and distribution of technical medical equipment, material and instrumentation. This position provides information to management officials concerning performance issues, assignment changes and task completion. The duties of the Lead MST may include, but are not limited to the following: * Leads a unit or team of employees performing work at the GS-6 level or below. Provides guidance and technician direction for accomplishing the work of the unit or team. * Ensures work assignments of employees in the unit or team are carried out. * Works with the Chief and Assistant Chief, SPS, in the assignment of functions to team members in order to meet routine and unusual deadlines and priorities. * Distributes and balances workload and tasks among employees in accordance with established workflow, job specialization and/or capabilities of individual. * Exercises Lead responsibilities such as filling in and for distributing the workload in case of personnel shortages or short notice priorities, to ensure a smooth workflow. * Ensures timely accomplishment of assigned tasks and ensures that each employee has enough work to keep busy. * Revises work schedule to meet anticipated and unanticipated changes in the workload. * Assigns work to employees or assigns employees to position. Breaks out tasks as necessary to provide new employees with the experience and training required to perform the task. * Assigns work, including overtime, disagreeable or choice tasks, etc., equitably among employees. * Explains work requirements, methods and procedures, as needed, giving special instructions on difficult or different operations and answering technical questions about the task. * Monitors status and progress of work and makes day-to-day adjustments in accordance with established priorities. * Trains or arranges for the training of team members in the accomplishment of tasks or projects. Gives on-the-job training to new employees in accordance with established procedures and practices. * Monitors and reports on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that the supervisor's instructions on priorities, methods, deadlines and quality assurance have been met. * Obtains assistance and/or needed information from the supervisory staff on problems that may arise or backlogs that cannot be disposed of promptly. * Checks the cleaning, reprocessing and distribution of technical medical equipment, material and instrumentation as deemed appropriate to assess the quality and quantity of work produced by each employee. * Conducts and records competencies on individuals for the proper reprocessing of Reusable Medical Equipment, following established checklists devised by supervisory staff and approved by Infection Control. * Performs quality assurance inspections of instruments and equipment in the Sterile Preparation area of SPS prior to items being wrapped and sterilized. * Conducts inspection of the Decontamination area of SPS to verify that proper techniques and processes are being followed by staff and that all equipment is working properly. * Inspects to verify that all instrumentation is disassembled to the simplest form. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12:00pm - 8:30pm, subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Recruitment Incentive (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 offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 586-01002-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) receives and completes reprocessing of contaminated critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) in the decontamination area and performs quality assurance tasks for SPS. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The primary purpose of this position is to perform a range of duties required to decontaminate, clean, prepare, store, and distribute medical supplies and equipment used in all areas of the hospital. Duties of the Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) may include but are not limited to: * Inventories, replenishes shortages from sterile supply, inspects for sterility integrity for instrument sets and expendable items. * Adheres to facility regulations regarding application and removal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Rotates, restocks outdated supplies, and maintains stock levels of surgical supplies and equipment for wards, clinics, and the operating room. * Initiates requests for items based on the daily schedule of needs or individual requisitions. * Prepares individual surgical case carts with required instruments and surgical supplies for each scheduled and emergency operative procedure. * Trains new and/or lower graded employees at the request of supervision. * Receives a full range of reusable medical supplies, instruments and equipment from hospital wards, clinics, and operating rooms. * Decontaminates reusable items by determining the appropriate method for removing gross contamination by means of manual cleaning procedures. * Disassembles, decontaminates, and reassembles items as required. * Operates automated reprocessing equipment such as the ultrasonic cleaner and washer/disinfectors in accordance with the device Instructions for Use (IFU). * Conducts High-Level Disinfection (HLD) procedures by means of manual and automated processes while following the device(s) IFU's. * Examines items and instruments for damage, deterioration, or imperfection. * Maintains accurate written records of quality and preventative maintenance of such equipment. * Follows all device specific Instructions for Use (IFU) and set forth Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when conducting assembly and sterilization procedures. * Assembles a wide variety of instrument trays and sets used for medical procedures including the operating room. * Checks for damaged or missing items and arranges for replacements, maintenance, or repair as needed. * Processes, assembles, and performs all phases of sterilization for intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments for the operating room (trays contain large numbers of unique, non-interchangeable, specialized surgical instruments of similar appearance, with minor variations in size, conformation, and nomenclature, but with major variation in application). * Researches and applies the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Federal Drug Administration (FDA) standards as they pertain to sterile processing and the distribution of medical supplies. This announcement is being used to fill a variety of positions across 8 Veterans Affairs Medical facilities located in Alexandria, LA, Biloxi, MS, Fayetteville, AR, Houston, TX, Jackson, MS, Little Rock, AR New Orleans, LA, and Shreveport, LA. Applicants may select the location(s) they wish to be considered in the application. Exact duties and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Work Schedule: Work schedules may vary based on the location requested. Tour of duty is subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Recruitment Incentive (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 offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Number will vary based on the location selected Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

The Dayton VA Medical Center is seeking a Lead Medical Supply Technician for the Sterile Processing Service (SPS). The Dayton VA Healthcare System is a leading health care system and innovative care center within the Veterans Integrated Service Network 10 (VISN 10), which includes medical centers and clinics in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. Our medical center has 356 hospital beds, including 185 nursing home beds, 80 acute care beds, and a 91-bed domiciliary. Major duties include but not limited to: * Distributes and prioritizes workload among employees in accordance with established workflow and/or job specializations. * Ability to lead individuals, manage priorities, and schedule work assignments when shift supervisor is not present or unable. * Assures an even workflow and distribution of the workload within the shift as directed by Shift Supervisor/Section Chief. * Ability to work within SPS section in interpersonal relationships dealing with employees, trainers, and management team effectively. * Monitors and reports on the status of work to the shift supervisor as dictated by service leadership. * Ability and knowledge to communicate orally and in writing to ensure staff compliance with written directives, rules, and regulations. * Demonstration of critical thinking skills so as they will be able to read and interpret written procedures and select appropriate actions to instruct staff on correct procedures and protocols for completing given assignments. * Ensures service SOPs and mandates are followed during the performance of workflow. * Reviews work in progress or spot checks work not requiring review to ensure completed work meets supervisors' instructions on such things as work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines. * Assesses the quality and quantity of work by reviewing the cleaning, reprocessing, and distribution of technical medical equipment, material and instrumentation. * Provides information to management officials concerning performance issues, assignment changes, and task completion as dictated by service leadership. * Reviews manufacturer guidelines to ensure the correct methods and parameters are followed when cleaning, decontaminating and sterilizing RMD. * Troubleshoots and analyzes mechanical failures and makes necessary adjustments to complex decontamination and sterilization equipment, as well as interprets alarm conditions which may occur while operating the equipment. * Informs management and healthcare staff when cleaning and processing standard operating procedures (SOP) or instruction for use have been changed or updated to assure the changes have been validated to meet all guidelines. * Performs additional tasks as assigned by the supervisory medical supply technician and/or service leadership. * In addition to all other duties, the Lead Medical Supply Technician must also be able to perform all tasks, functions, and duties of that of a GS-06 Medical Supply Technician at a superior level to properly instruct and prioritize workflow. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm, Monday - Friday Recruitment Incentive (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 offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 93126-A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not authorized

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) receives and completes reprocessing of contaminated critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) in the decontamination area and performs quality assurance tasks for SPS. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The primary purpose of this position is to perform a range of duties required to decontaminate, clean, prepare, store, and distribute medical supplies and equipment used in all areas of the hospital. Duties of the Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) may include but are not limited to: * Inventories, replenishes shortages from sterile supply, inspects for sterility integrity for instrument sets and expendable items. * Adheres to facility regulations regarding application and removal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Rotates, restocks outdated supplies, and maintains stock levels of surgical supplies and equipment for wards, clinics, and the operating room. * Initiates requests for items based on the daily schedule of needs or individual requisitions. * Prepares individual surgical case carts with required instruments and surgical supplies for each scheduled and emergency operative procedure. * Trains new and/or lower graded employees at the request of supervision. * Receives a full range of reusable medical supplies, instruments and equipment from hospital wards, clinics, and operating rooms. * Decontaminates reusable items by determining the appropriate method for removing gross contamination by means of manual cleaning procedures. * Disassembles, decontaminates, and reassembles items as required. * Operates automated reprocessing equipment such as the ultrasonic cleaner and washer/disinfectors in accordance with the device Instructions for Use (IFU). * Conducts High-Level Disinfection (HLD) procedures by means of manual and automated processes while following the device(s) IFU's. * Examines items and instruments for damage, deterioration, or imperfection. * Maintains accurate written records of quality and preventative maintenance of such equipment. * Follows all device specific Instructions for Use (IFU) and set forth Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when conducting assembly and sterilization procedures. * Assembles a wide variety of instrument trays and sets used for medical procedures including the operating room. * Checks for damaged or missing items and arranges for replacements, maintenance, or repair as needed. * Processes, assembles, and performs all phases of sterilization for intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments for the operating room (trays contain large numbers of unique, non-interchangeable, specialized surgical instruments of similar appearance, with minor variations in size, conformation, and nomenclature, but with major variation in application). * Researches and applies the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Federal Drug Administration (FDA) standards as they pertain to sterile processing and the distribution of medical supplies. This announcement is being used to fill a variety of positions across 8 Veterans Affairs Medical facilities located in Alexandria, LA, Biloxi, MS, Fayetteville, AR, Houston, TX, Jackson, MS, Little Rock, AR New Orleans, LA, and Shreveport, LA. Applicants may select the location(s) they wish to be considered in the application. Exact duties and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Work Schedule: Work schedules may vary based on the location requested. Tour of duty is subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Recruitment Incentive (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 offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Number will vary based on the location selected Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) receives and completes reprocessing of contaminated critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) in the decontamination area and performs quality assurance tasks for SPS. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The primary purpose of this position is to perform a range of duties required to decontaminate, clean, prepare, store, and distribute medical supplies and equipment used in all areas of the hospital. Duties of the Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) may include but are not limited to: * Inventories, replenishes shortages from sterile supply, inspects for sterility integrity for instrument sets and expendable items. * Adheres to facility regulations regarding application and removal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Rotates, restocks outdated supplies, and maintains stock levels of surgical supplies and equipment for wards, clinics, and the operating room. * Initiates requests for items based on the daily schedule of needs or individual requisitions. * Prepares individual surgical case carts with required instruments and surgical supplies for each scheduled and emergency operative procedure. * Trains new and/or lower graded employees at the request of supervision. * Receives a full range of reusable medical supplies, instruments and equipment from hospital wards, clinics, and operating rooms. * Decontaminates reusable items by determining the appropriate method for removing gross contamination by means of manual cleaning procedures. * Disassembles, decontaminates, and reassembles items as required. * Operates automated reprocessing equipment such as the ultrasonic cleaner and washer/disinfectors in accordance with the device Instructions for Use (IFU). * Conducts High-Level Disinfection (HLD) procedures by means of manual and automated processes while following the device(s) IFU's. * Examines items and instruments for damage, deterioration, or imperfection. * Maintains accurate written records of quality and preventative maintenance of such equipment. * Follows all device specific Instructions for Use (IFU) and set forth Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when conducting assembly and sterilization procedures. * Assembles a wide variety of instrument trays and sets used for medical procedures including the operating room. * Checks for damaged or missing items and arranges for replacements, maintenance, or repair as needed. * Processes, assembles, and performs all phases of sterilization for intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments for the operating room (trays contain large numbers of unique, non-interchangeable, specialized surgical instruments of similar appearance, with minor variations in size, conformation, and nomenclature, but with major variation in application). * Researches and applies the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Federal Drug Administration (FDA) standards as they pertain to sterile processing and the distribution of medical supplies. This announcement is being used to fill a variety of positions across 8 Veterans Affairs Medical facilities located in Alexandria, LA, Biloxi, MS, Fayetteville, AR, Houston, TX, Jackson, MS, Little Rock, AR New Orleans, LA, and Shreveport, LA. Applicants may select the location(s) they wish to be considered in the application. Exact duties and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Work Schedule: Work schedules may vary based on the location requested. Tour of duty is subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Recruitment Incentive (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 offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Number will vary based on the location selected Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) receives and completes reprocessing of contaminated critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) in the decontamination area and performs quality assurance tasks for SPS. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The primary purpose of this position is to perform a range of duties required to decontaminate, clean, prepare, store, and distribute medical supplies and equipment used in all areas of the hospital. Duties of the Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) may include but are not limited to: * Inventories, replenishes shortages from sterile supply, inspects for sterility integrity for instrument sets and expendable items. * Adheres to facility regulations regarding application and removal of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). * Rotates, restocks outdated supplies, and maintains stock levels of surgical supplies and equipment for wards, clinics, and the operating room. * Initiates requests for items based on the daily schedule of needs or individual requisitions. * Prepares individual surgical case carts with required instruments and surgical supplies for each scheduled and emergency operative procedure. * Trains new and/or lower graded employees at the request of supervision. * Receives a full range of reusable medical supplies, instruments and equipment from hospital wards, clinics, and operating rooms. * Decontaminates reusable items by determining the appropriate method for removing gross contamination by means of manual cleaning procedures. * Disassembles, decontaminates, and reassembles items as required. * Operates automated reprocessing equipment such as the ultrasonic cleaner and washer/disinfectors in accordance with the device Instructions for Use (IFU). * Conducts High-Level Disinfection (HLD) procedures by means of manual and automated processes while following the device(s) IFU's. * Examines items and instruments for damage, deterioration, or imperfection. * Maintains accurate written records of quality and preventative maintenance of such equipment. * Follows all device specific Instructions for Use (IFU) and set forth Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when conducting assembly and sterilization procedures. * Assembles a wide variety of instrument trays and sets used for medical procedures including the operating room. * Checks for damaged or missing items and arranges for replacements, maintenance, or repair as needed. * Processes, assembles, and performs all phases of sterilization for intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments for the operating room (trays contain large numbers of unique, non-interchangeable, specialized surgical instruments of similar appearance, with minor variations in size, conformation, and nomenclature, but with major variation in application). * Researches and applies the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Federal Drug Administration (FDA) standards as they pertain to sterile processing and the distribution of medical supplies. This announcement is being used to fill a variety of positions across 8 Veterans Affairs Medical facilities located in Alexandria, LA, Biloxi, MS, Fayetteville, AR, Houston, TX, Jackson, MS, Little Rock, AR New Orleans, LA, and Shreveport, LA. Applicants may select the location(s) they wish to be considered in the application. Exact duties and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Work Schedule: Work schedules may vary based on the location requested. Tour of duty is subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Recruitment Incentive (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 offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Number will vary based on the location selected Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

This position is in the Sterile Processing Services (SPS) program under Patient Care Services at the Lebanon Veterans Affairs Medical Center. SPS consists of multiple areas, the incumbent of this position will be supporting the decontamination, preparation and distribution of the hospital's critical and semi-critical reusable (RMD) medical devices. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Duties: GS-4 (Developmental Level): This is a developmental position in SPS as a Medical Supply Technician (MST). In this position, the incumbent will provide manual cleaning, decontamination, inspection, preparation and assembly, disinfection, sterilization and transport to end users of critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Devices (RMD) in support of Medical Center operations. Reusable Medical Devices: The incumbent will have knowledge of the processes for RMD as required by this position. The incumbent will be required to maintain current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RMD appropriate to this position. The incumbent will be able to demonstrate their ability to utilize an acceptable proficiency in the use of RMD appropriate to this position. GS-5 (Developmental Level): Developmental level. Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing and scrubbing. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization, assembles basic sets and trays used throughout the medical center including those used in the operating room. Prepares, loads, and operates sterilizers such as steam, Sterrad, Steris, and a high-level disinfecting process; Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of RMD. Operates equipment involved in the cleaning, disinfection and sterilization processes. Receive guidance from more experienced staff members and require frequent and direct supervision. Reusable Medical Devices: All personnel who are involved in the reprocessing of RMD are responsible for knowing what reusable instruments, equipment, medical devices or supplies are used (inventory) in their clinical area. Must be familiar with which items are reprocessed locally (on unit) and/or which are sent to Sterile Processing for reprocessing and/or sterilization. If items are transported for reprocessing, personnel must be aware of the individual decontamination steps to be taken prior to transport of items and the appropriate method of transport. Responsible for following the local SOP drafted in accordance with the manufacturer's written recommendations. Sterile Processing and Infection Control should be consulted when clarification of written instructions is needed. GS-6 (Full performance level): Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical RMD or noncritical equipment in the decontamination area. Disassembles the RMD and determines the correct cleaning method, such as, but not limited to, ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers/disinfectors, cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions for use (MIFU). Inspects, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization, such as, but not limited to steam, Sterrad, Steris, and high-level disinfecting scope re processors. Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all processes and equipment. Reusable Medical Devices: Same as GS-5 Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 3:00pm - 11:30pm, 11:00pm - 7:30am (Rotating) Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Recruitment Incentive has been Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): 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 offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

The Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (MST} is assigned to Sterile Processing Service (SPS) and functions as a member of the SPS department and provides support for all matters of concern relating to procedures for the decontamination, high-level disinfection (HLD), and/or sterilization of critical and semi-critical reusable medical instruments and equipment storage of items reprocessed at James H Quillen Medical Center (JHQMC). Duties include but are not limited to the following: * The Supervisor MST functions as a first-level supervisor responsible for the oversight of a group of MSTs with administrative responsibility for planning and directing of the work. * Informs higher level management of anticipated vacancies or increases in workload. * Instruct employees in specific tasks and job techniques and make available written instructions, reference materials and supplies. * Mentoring and preceptorship to existing employees related to job training of new employees in accordance with established procedures and practices. * Maintain a current knowledge and answer questions of other employees on procedures, policies, SOP's and directives, etc. * Maintains quality metrics and quality assurance measures as required for tray assembly, tray inspection, workflow sequence, SOPs, sterilization methods and deadlines have been met. * Monitor working conditions such as seating, ventilation, lighting, safety, etc. * Provide information to supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignment, recognition of outstanding performance, and personnel. * Performs quality assurance activities including but not limited to monitoring biological and chemical indicators and integrators. * Performs other quality assurance activities including verifying accuracy of labeling, contents, cleanliness, working order and sterilization parameters * Consults SPS Assistant Chief and SPS RMD Coordinator when clarification of written instructions is needed. * Suspends the reuse of any RMD if there is suspicion that the device was not property cleaned, disinfected, or sterilized according to the SOP and manufacturer's guidelines. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Various shifts Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 6109-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Job Description Endoscopy Technician Full Time About Our Facility Northfield Surgical Endoscopy Center is a state-of-the-art outpatient facility specializing in colon cancer screening and gastroenterology procedures. Our center has been designed to provide the ultimate in medical technology and quality, along with efficiency and convenience for patients and their families. Our mission is to provide coordinated, safe delivery of care for endoscopy patients while maintaining the highest standards of professional service. Position Overview We are currently seeking a dedicated Endoscopy Technician for a full-time position to work Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays as needed. As a vital member of our healthcare team, you will collaborate with perioperative registered nurses and physicians to provide individualized, age-specific care to patients and maintain an environment that facilitates safe patient outcomes. Key Responsibilities Assist physicians during endoscopic procedures with technical expertise and precision Prepare procedure rooms after and after each patient encounter Perform high-level disinfection of endoscopes and equipment while maintaining strict infection control standards Assist with specimen collection as directed by physicians Maintain inventory control and ensure proper stocking of procedure rooms Perform efficient room turnovers between patients Complete thorough housekeeping duties to maintain a clean environment Provide compassionate patient care during admission, recovery, and discharge processes Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED certificate Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Minimum 6 months of experience working in a healthcare setting a MUST Experience in an endoscopy setting prefred but we will train the right candidate Thorough knowledge of medical terminology Demonstrated understanding of aseptic techniques and infection prevention procedures Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish/ Russian a plus Additional healthcare training or certification Work Schedule Full-time position with schedule Monday-Friday with one a month Saturday availability required. Shift times may vary to accommodate patient scheduling needs. We offer a professional, supportive work environment where your skills and dedication are valued. As part of our team, you'll have opportunities for professional growth and development while making a meaningful impact on patient care. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer

The Assistant Chief contributes to the oversight and supervision, administrative management, and direction of SPS. The Assistant Chief oversees and ensures all decontamination, sterilization, and disposition of facility critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD) are in compliance with all regulatory mandates. Major Duties: * Issues, adapts, implements, and maintains local SPS policies and procedures as applicable to specific facility/system programs and in compliance with VHA Directive. * Assists the Chief of SPS in preparing, evaluating, and scheduling current and future projects, and anticipating future workload requirements to forecast appropriate staffing levels. * In conjunction with the Chief of SPS, the assistant chief is responsible for developing policies and procedures that meet the infection prevention standards set by Joint Commission (JC), Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI), Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) and others and for monitoring compliance with those policies to meet established local, Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN), Veterans Health Administration and JC requirements for safe patient care. * The Assistant Chief assists with human resources (HR) actions to include but not limited to, assisting with interviews, completing hiring actions, and issuing disciplinary actions, as needed. - Provides technical and direct supervision to GS3 through GS7 employees, including Medical Supply Technicians (MST) and MST Leads. * Manages, directs, and adapts work to accomplish program goals and objectives, and to meet new and changing program requirements. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm or 7:30am-4:00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 08396F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required