Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Allied Health ProfessionalDuties may include, but are not limited to:Removes gross contamination by soaking in appropriate Detergent Solutions, washing with a detergent blood solvent, scrubbing with a brush, rinsing in tap and then distilled water or washing in an ultrasonic unit and/or washer-sterilizer.Decontaminates all reusable supplies and equipment in a manner rendering all decontaminated items safe for handling.Disassembles Surgical Instruments avoiding damage or unnecessary wear. Uses seasoned judgment to ensure minimum potential for damage to equipment.Re-Usable Medical Devices (RMD): receiving, decontamination and/or high-level disinfection, preparation and sterilization of equipment to full readiness for its subsequent use.Removes items from washers and pass-through and determines type of tray or set to assemble based on recognition of key items and the operating room or clinic schedules.Examines items to ensure that gross contamination has been removed; if items remain contaminated, they are sent back to decontamination for complete reprocessing.Assembles sets and trays by selecting appropriate tray, lining it with a towel, and arranging instruments in the tray in the correct manner.Visually examines items for damage, deterioration, or imperfections such as rust, pitting, and cracks.Operates medical equipment to determine whether it operates correctly after re-assembly. Sends malfunctioning or damaged equipment to repair or salvage unit.Examines all types of reusable supplies and equipment. Selects correct wrapping for the tray and wraps and labels tray.Monitors operation of sterilizer with prescribed tests. Determines appropriate method of sterilization and attaches chemical indicator tape to package.Aerates gas-sterilized items for correct period and completes proper documentation.Work Schedule: 7am - 3:30pm Monday through Friday, Occasional rotating weekendsRecruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not AuthorizedPermanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not AuthorizedPay: Competitive salary and regular salary increasesPaid 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 $416.66Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Telework: Not AvailableVirtual: This is not a virtual positionFunctional Statement #: 0000000Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized