Medical Supply Technician

$46,081 - $66,570/Yr

United States Department of Health and Human Services - Phoenix, AZ

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Phoenix, AZ

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Medical Supply Technician position at the Phoenix Indian Medical Center is a vital role within the Integrated Surgical Services/Inpatient OB, Operating Room (OR), and Central Sterile and Receiving (CSR) Units. The incumbent will be responsible for a variety of tasks that ensure the proper decontamination, assembly, processing, sterilization, and issuance of medical supplies and instruments for nursing units, the operating suite, PIMC clinics, and field clinics. This position is essential for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in surgical environments, directly impacting patient care and outcomes. In this role, the Medical Supply Technician will account for and process surgical instruments, including complex loaner sets for both scheduled and emergent cases. The technician will assemble a wide variety of instrument sets for surgical procedures, utilizing expert judgment to select the appropriate equipment necessary for various surgical services. A critical aspect of the job involves visually inspecting instruments for cleanliness and any signs of damage or deterioration, ensuring that all tools meet the required standards before use. The technician will also be responsible for selecting the appropriate chemicals or washing agents for decontaminating surgical instruments, employing methods such as soaking in germicides, washing with detergent-blood solvents, and using ultrasonic units. Proper packaging of instruments based on sterilization methods is another key responsibility, which includes labeling and preparing trays as needed for clinical or surgical requirements. The position requires meticulous attention to detail to ensure that all instrument sets are inspected for damage and properly prepared for sterilization. This position is located in Phoenix, AZ, and is a full-time, permanent role with no remote work or telework options available. The Medical Supply Technician will work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure that all surgical instruments and supplies are ready and available for use, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the surgical team.

Responsibilities

• Account for and process surgical instruments, including complex loaner sets for scheduled and emergent cases.
• Assemble a wide variety of instrument sets for surgical procedures using expert judgment.
• Visually inspect required instruments for cleanliness, signs of damage, deterioration, or imperfection.
• Select appropriate chemical or washing agents necessary for decontaminating or cleaning surgical instruments.
• Remove gross or blood-borne contaminants using required methods and procedures.
• Package instruments based on the sterilization method and label the packages accordingly.
• Prepare trays as needed for clinical, per preference cards, or surgical needs.
• Inspect all instrument sets prior to placing on cart for damage and ensure proper sterilization indicators are in place.

Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment examination.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level in the Federal service.
• Experience in processing, assembling, troubleshooting, preparing, sterilizing, storing, and issuing sterile and unsterile medical supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of operating washer-sterilizers, ultrasonic instrument cleaners, and steam sterilizers.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in reviewing medical supply inventory and management.
• Knowledge of aseptic principles and techniques including various types of detergents and sterilizing mediums.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding.