Sterile Processing Technician

Join our team as a Sterile Processing Technician with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Services to be performed at the VA Maine Healthcare System- Togus located in Augusta, ME.

Major duties include but are not limited to:

· Must possess a very broad knowledge of all types of surgical and clinical instrumentation. This knowledge must include sufficient working knowledge to be able to identify damaged or broken instruments and be able to find a suitable replacement item if available.

· Must have a thorough knowledge of aseptic principles and techniques including characteristics of various types of detergents and cleaning techniques.

· Decontaminating a full range of reusable medical and surgical supplies, instruments, flexible, rigid, video scopes and medical equipment such as cables and cords used in the medical center's wards, clinics and operating rooms.

· Determines and uses the appropriate method for removing contamination.

· Operates various kinds of equipment such as ultrasonic cleaners, washer disinfectors, scope washers, and leak testers.

· Operates various kinds of sterilizers such as Hydrogen Peroxide and Steam.

Schedule: Full-time, M-F. Two shifts available: 11:30A-8P and 2:30-11P. Inform Recruiter of shift preference.

Period of Performance: 6-12 months starting within 120 calendar days. Recruiter will provide specific dates once available.

Qualifications:

· Experience: 1 year Sterile Processing experience preferred.

· Education. High school diploma or equivalent minimum education required.

· Certification. CRCST or CBSPD or equivalent Level-II certification preferred. BLS preferred.

· Subject to background/security investigation.

· Able to pass drug screening.

· Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.

· Willingness to comply with Department of Veterans Affairs vaccination programs for seasonal influenza and COVID-19.

· Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.

· Must be a US citizen to apply for this job. Non-US citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA policy.

· Must be fluent in written and spoken English.

Who we are:

Monterey is a Veterans Affairs (VA) Verified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB). We graduated from the SBA 8(a) Program and have a variety of contracts available for use.

What we do:

Monterey teams with general practice, specialists, and allied health practitioners nationwide to provide local coverage for examinees. We deliver a wide range of medical examination-only services to public sectors and the individuals they serve. Our clients include the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), the Department of Labor, the Department of Defense, and more. Our provider network consists of over 700 providers in various medical specialties and degree types. They conduct diagnostic-only examination services on an as-needed basis. These services may take place in their private office, established clinics located across the country, or during travel opportunities for group screening events.

EOE Statement:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Medical Specialty:

• Medical-Surgical

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $23