What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Supply Technician position at Aptive?
Job Summary
Job Title: Medical Supply Technician
Location:
- Cheyenne VA Medical Center, 2360 East Pershing Blvd., Cheyenne, WY 82001
- Northern Colorado VA Outpatient Clinic, 4575 Byrd Dr., Loveland, CO 80538
Employer: Aptive (Healthcare Staffing Agency) – Providing staffing to the Department of Veterans Affairs
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Start Date: April 12, 2025
Hourly: 37.24/hr
Work Hours:
- 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday)
- No on-call requirements
Primary Responsibilities
Job Overview:Aptive is seeking experienced Medical Supply Technicians to support the Veterans Affairs Medical Centers in Cheyenne, WY, and Loveland, CO. The technician will be responsible for the decontamination, inspection, assembly, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and distribution of medical instruments and equipment to various surgical and clinical departments.
This role is crucial in maintaining sterile conditions and ensuring compliance with federal healthcare regulations, including those set forth by the VA, CDC, FDA, and Joint Commission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Receive and inspect contaminated instruments from various medical units (Operating Room, Dental, Endoscopy, Ophthalmology, Podiatry, etc.).
- Determine the correct method of decontamination and cleaning according to manufacturer instructions and hospital procedures.
- Operate sterilization and decontamination equipment, including steam sterilizers, hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilizers (V-Pro), high-level disinfectors (Trophon, Medivators), and ultrasonic washers.
- Assemble and package medical and surgical instrument trays, ensuring proper sterilization methods are applied.
- Monitor and verify sterilization processes using chemical and biological indicators.
- Maintain sterile storage areas, organize inventory, and ensure first-in, first-out rotation of sterile supplies.
- Provide support for surgical case carts and ensure the correct instrument sets are available for scheduled procedures.
- Maintain compliance with infection control policies, HIPAA regulations, and VA healthcare standards.
- Participate in ongoing training sessions to stay up to date on sterile processing best practices.
- Handle and dispose of biohazard materials according to VA protocols.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Certifications:
- Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Preferred:
- Additional training in sterile processing through an accredited program
- Prior experience in a VA or hospital sterile processing department
Medical & Compliance Requirements:
- Annual Tuberculosis (TB) screening
- Proof of immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Varicella, and Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis (Tdap)
- Annual Influenza vaccination (or wear a mask if exempt)
- HIPAA & Privacy Act compliance training
- OSHA training in bloodborne pathogens and infection control
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Knowledge of:
- Surgical instruments and equipment
- Sterilization techniques and infection control protocols
- Medical and surgical terminology
- Microbiology principles related to sterilization
- Proper handling of flexible and rigid endoscopes
- Ability to:
- Work independently and manage workload effectively
- Follow precise instructions for sterilization and decontamination
- Troubleshoot sterilization equipment issues
- Communicate effectively with medical staff regarding equipment needs
Adhere to VA policies and procedures
Employment Type & Benefits:
- Full-time contract position
- Competitive hourly wage
- Travel reimbursement if required for training
- Paid time off for federally recognized holidays (based on contract terms)
If you are an experienced Medical Supply Technician looking to support veterans' healthcare needs, apply today to join our team at Aptive!
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.
