Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)
The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) at Confidential Client is responsible for managing and processing surgical instruments and medical supplies to ensure sterility and safety in clinical settings. This role requires knowledge of sterilization techniques, medical terminology, and adherence to universal precautions, with physical demands including handling heavy equipment and use of personal protective gear. The position ranges from entry to full performance levels, emphasizing skills in instrument reprocessing, communication, and compliance with safety standards.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
As a Sterile Processing / Medical Supply Technician with Confidential Client you will support safe, efficient surgical and clinical services by preparing, processing, sterilizing, storing, and distributing medical and surgical instrumentation and supplies.
- Perform decontamination, cleaning, inspection and assembly of surgical and procedural instrument sets
- Operate and monitor sterilization equipment (steam, low-temperature sterilizers), record cycles and verify sterility indicators
- Reprocess endoscopes and specialty instruments following established protocols and high-level disinfection procedures
- Package, label, and stage instrument sets for operating rooms and clinics; assemble specialty trays per case needs
- Maintain inventory, stock sterile supply areas, and move medical supply carts across the facility
- Inspect instruments for function and damage; coordinate repairs or replacements with supply chain/biomed teams
- Maintain accurate processing, sterilization, and tracking records in department systems
- Adhere to universal precautions, infection prevention standards, and facility policies (PPE use, safety procedures)
- Communicate effectively with perioperative teams, nursing staff, and supervisors regarding set readiness and supply needs
Minimum Qualifications
These are required to be considered for this position. Applicants must meet at least one of the experience/education pathways for the appropriate grade level.
- U.S. Citizenship (per Confidential Client policy)
- Experience and/or education combinations that align with entry and developmental levels:
- GS-03 (entry): High school education (with relevant healthcare coursework), or six months experience demonstrating ability to perform required work
- GS-04 (developmental): Six months’ experience as an MST, operating room/surgical technician, or related role demonstrating sterile processing knowledge; OR two years post‑secondary education with at least 12 semester hours in related courses
- GS-05: One year experience equivalent to the next lower grade level; OR Bachelor’s degree (or four years above high school) with related coursework
- GS-06 (full performance): One year experience equivalent to the next lower grade level plus demonstrated MST KSAs
- Demonstrated knowledge/skills (examples):
- Knowledge of universal precautions and infection control to prevent cross-contamination
- Basic medical terminology sufficient to assemble specialty operating room/clinic instrument sets
- Basic knowledge of sterilization and cleaning equipment, sterility principles, and packaging
- Ability to read and follow written instructions, reports and procedures; communicate orally and in writing
- Selective Placement Factor (for Puerto Rico locations): proficiency in basic written and spoken Spanish is required and must be evident in your resume
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license (if required for site operations)
Preferred Qualifications
These qualifications are not required but are strongly preferred.
- Completion of TMS SPS Level 1 training
- Experience managing endoscope reprocessing
- Experience with high‑level disinfecting and cleaning surgical instruments
- Knowledge/experience with orthopedic instrumentation
- Approved professional certification for sterile processing (e.g., CRCST, CBSPD)
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Regular standing and walking; frequent bending, stretching and reaching
- Ability to lift medical supply items up to ~50 lbs and push supply carts (up to ~200 lbs)
- Visual dexterity for small-part assembly and instrument inspection
- Use of personal protective equipment as required for the work area; may work in varying temperature/humidity and noise environments
Compensation & Employment Type
- Employment type: Full time
- Reported salary range: $32,435 - $59,031 per year (range provided by Confidential Client)
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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