Become a Medical Supply Technician at the Erie VA Medical Center
Are you looking for a career that combines technical skill with a deep sense of purpose? The Erie VA Medical Center is currently hiring a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing). In this role, you will be a vital part of the healthcare team, ensuring that every instrument used in surgery and clinics is clean, sterile, and ready for patient care.
Job Responsibilities
As a Medical Supply Technician, your daily tasks involve more than just cleaning equipment. You will be responsible for:
- Decontamination: Safely removing soil, blood, and tissue from reusable medical devices.
- Sterilization: Operating complex machines like steam sterilizers and high-level disinfectors.
- Assembly: Precisely assembling instrument sets and trays for operating rooms.
- Safety Compliance: Following rigorous Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to prevent cross-contamination and ensure patient safety.
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must meet several criteria, including:
- Citizenship: You must be a U.S. citizen.
- Education/Experience: A combination of experience or relevant education (such as surgical tech or nursing assistant coursework).
- Physical Ability: The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and working in varying environments.
- Compliance: You must be able to pass a background check and a pre-employment physical.
Salary Overview
This position offers a competitive salary range commensurate with experience and grade level.
| Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry to Full Performance | $44,978 - $81,860 |
Benefits
Federal employees enjoy a robust benefits package that promotes work-life balance and long-term security. This includes access to comprehensive health insurance, a generous retirement plan with employer matching, and paid time off.
Application Tips
To stand out, ensure your resume clearly documents your experience in sterile processing or similar clinical environments. Use the USAJOBS online portal to track your status and confirm that all required documents, such as transcripts and certifications, are attached to your application.
If you are ready to apply your technical skills to improve the lives of our nation's heroes, we encourage you to apply for the Medical Supply Technician position in Erie, PA, today. Your work helps keep our Veterans safe.
Why This Medical Supply Techician (Sterile Processing) Job Matters
Join the Erie VA Medical Center team and play a critical role in patient safety by ensuring that every medical instrument used on our Veterans is sterile, safe, and ready for life-saving care.
Medical Supply Techician (Sterile Processing) Job Overview
The Erie VA Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Medical Supply Technician to join our Sterile Processing Services (SPS). You will work in a fast-paced clinical environment, ensuring that critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices are properly decontaminated, inspected, assembled, and sterilized to support high-quality patient outcomes.
Requirements for Medical Supply Techician (Sterile Processing)
- U.S. Citizenship
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Must pass a pre-employment physical examination
- Drug testing is required for all selectees
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks
- Must register with the Selective Service (if male born after 12/31/1959)
- Subject to a background and security investigation
Preferred Qualifications for Medical Supply Techician (Sterile Processing)
- At least one year of experience in Sterile Processing
- Relevant certifications in medical equipment reprocessing
- Educational background in healthcare-related fields such as nursing assistance or surgical technology
Federal Benefits & Perks
- ✓Comprehensive federal health insurance options
- ✓Paid vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays
- ✓Retirement savings plans including the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
- ✓Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
- ✓Stable work environment within the Department of Veterans Affairs
💡 How to Apply Medical Supply Techician (Sterile Processing) Job & Insider Tips
Application Steps for Medical Supply Techician (Sterile Processing) Job
- Log in or create an account at USAJOBS.gov
- Review the full job announcement and requirements
- Prepare your resume and all supporting documentation (transcripts, SF-50 if applicable, etc.)
- Complete the online occupational questionnaire
- Submit your application and required documents before the closing date
💡 General Tips
- Tailor your resume to highlight your specific experience in sterile processing or healthcare settings.
- Be very specific about your duties and responsibilities in past roles; do not assume the recruiter knows your daily tasks.
- Ensure all educational documents, especially for foreign degrees, are clearly labeled and attached.
- Double-check your application for completion before submitting; incomplete packages may not be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary role of this position?
The Medical Supply Technician ensures the decontamination, cleaning, inspection, assembly, and sterilization of reusable medical devices used throughout the hospital.
Is this a remote or telework position?
No, this is an onsite position at the Erie VA Medical Center and does not offer telework or virtual options.
What if I don't have experience?
The position includes developmental levels (GS-3/GS-4) where training and supervision are provided.
Is there a drug test?
Yes, all selectees for this position are subject to a pre-employment drug screening.
Job from Veterans Health Administration
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is the largest integrated healthcare system in the United States. Our mission is to fulfill President Lincoln’s promise: "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors." By joining our team, you become part of an organization driven by the I CARE values: Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, and Excellence.