Medical Supply Technician

RieLes Group is seeking Medical Supply Technicians to support Cheyenne VA Medical Center, Cheyenne, WY. The Cheyenne VA Medical Center is part of the VA Cheyenne Health Care System, serving Veterans in southeastern Wyoming, northeastern Colorado, and southwestern Nebraska. It provides primary, specialty, emergency, and long-term care, along with mental health, rehabilitation, and telehealth services. The facility also operates nine outpatient clinics and offers residential care.

RieLes Group has been providing meaningful opportunities that move people to social and economic empowerment since 2009. Helping individuals find their next opportunity through Persistence, Integrity, Authenticity, and Respect. RieLes Group seeks to foster a relationship with each employee and our business partners.

Job Title: Medical Supply Technician
Location: Cheyenne VA Medical Center WY
2360 E Pershing Blvd, Cheyenne, WY 82001

Medical Supply Technicians (MSTs) at the Cheyenne VA Medical Center (WY) and Northern Colorado VA Outpatient Clinic play a crucial role in maintaining sterile and reusable medical equipment. Here are the key requirements and responsibilities for this position:

Requirements:

• Knowledge of surgical instruments, sterilization techniques, infection control, and medical terminology. 
• Completion of VA-mandated training, including HIPAA and infection control
• BLS certification required
• Medical & Immunization: Annual TB screening, proof of MMR and varicella immunity, Tdap vaccine, annual flu shot (or mask requirement), and OSHA bloodborne pathogen compliance

Other: US citizenship or legal work authorization, background check, VA security clearance, and adherence to privacy laws

Physical Demands:

• Standing and walking for the entire work shift
• Frequent bending, lifting, and carrying of medical instruments (up to 50 pounds)
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity are necessary for handling medical tools

Environmental Conditions:

• Work is performed in sterile and non-sterile environments, including decontamination and preparation areas.
• Exposure to biohazards such as blood, body fluids, and tissue.
• Working with high-temperature sterilization equipment.
• Certifications (Preferred but not always required):

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the decontamination, assembly, high-level disinfection, sterilization, and distribution of medical instruments and equipment.
• The role supports surgical specialties, clinics (e.g. podiatry, ophthalmology requiring sterile processing services,
• Duties include:
• Cleaning and sterilizing medical instruments and trays
• Assembling instrument sets for surgical and clinical procedures
• Operating sterilization equipment (e.g., autoclaves, hydrogen peroxide sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaners)
• Performing quality assurance checks to ensure sterilization effectiveness
• Advising medical personnel on the proper use and maintenance of sterilized instruments

Please send me your most updated resume to mcastillo@rielesgroup