Job Details

Medical Supply Technicians (MST) in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) receive contaminated critical and semi-critical reusable medical device (RMD) in the decontamination area, and may receive noncritical equipment. Disassembles RMD and determines the correct cleaning method, such as, but not limited to, ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washer-disinfectors, cart washer and chemical cleaning decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions.
The incumbent will have knowledge of the processes for Reusable Medical Devices (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.
Assigned Duties include but are not limited to the following:
GS-3 MST (Entry level).
* Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of reusable medical devices (RMD).
* Demonstrates basic and working knowledge of instrumentation to properly identify and accurately
sorts/assembles instrumentation sets and equipment according to assigned categories and established procedures.
* Demonstrates basic knowledge and ability to perform and interpret required chemical and biological challenging of high-temperature and low-temperature sterilization devices and testing high-level disinfection devices and processes, recording and reporting normative and variance findings using established protocols.
* Receive guidance from more experienced staff members and require frequent and direct supervision.
GS-4 MST
* Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of reusable medical devices (RMD).
* Completes segments of work pertaining to the assembly of basic sets and trays for use in the medical center.
* Operates equipment involved in sterilization processes.
* Prepares operating room case carts.
* Receive guidance from more experienced staff members and require frequent and direct supervision
* Demonstrates sound and independent working knowledge of instrumentation to properly identify and accurately sorts/assembles instrumentation sets and equipment according to assigned categories and established procedures
* Demonstrates sound knowledge and ability to perform and interpret required chemical and biological challenging of high-temperature and low-temperature sterilization devices and testing high-level disinfection devices and processes, recording, and reporting normative and variance findings using established protocols.
GS-5 MST
* Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of reusable medical devices (RMD).
* Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids, and other containments 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, ETO, and a high level disinfecting scope reprocessor; prepares operating room case carts daily using surgery schedule.
* Demonstrates sound and independent working knowledge of instrumentation to properly identify and accurately sorts/assembles instrumentation sets and equipment according to assigned categories and established procedures
* Demonstrates sound knowledge and ability to perform and interpret required chemical and biological challenging of high-temperature and low-temperature sterilization devices and testing high-level disinfection devices and processes, recording, and reporting normative and variance findings using established protocols.
* Receive guidance from more experienced staff members for more complex tasks and require direct supervision on new assignments.
GS-6 MST
* Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of reusable medical devices (RMD).
* Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical RMD in the decontamination area and may receive noncritical equipment in the decontamination area as well.
* Disassembles the RMD 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.
* Inspects, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization such as but not limited to steam, Sterrad, Steris, ETO, and high level disinfecting scope reprocessors.
* Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment.
* May serve as shift and/or Interim Lead Medical Supply Technician. Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Rotation shifts: Monday-Sunday, including holidays; 7:00AM-3:30PM, 7:30AM-4:00PM, 8:00AM-4:30PM, 9:30AM-6:00PM, 3:00PM-11:30PM, and 11:00PM-7:30AM
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized