MED SUPPLY TECH (STERILE PRO RMD Coordinator)

North Chicago, IL · full time · Mid

$69,832 – $90,783

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This is a medical supply technician role focused on sterile processing and reusable medical device oversight within a healthcare facility. The position suits someone with experience in surgical instrument handling, sterilization procedures, and healthcare equipment compliance who can work in a fast-paced operating room support environment.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

What they ask for

Required

Six months of experience in sterile processing or medical supply work, or equivalent education in healthcare-related field
Knowledge of sterile processing and infection prevention regulations
Knowledge of sterilization and cleaning equipment operation
Knowledge of surgical instruments and instrument assembly
Understanding of universal precautions and cross-contamination prevention
Ability to read, interpret, and communicate written and oral instructions
Medical terminology and anatomical knowledge
Ability to stand and walk throughout workday and lift up to 50 pounds
VA Sterile Processing Technician certification

Nice to have

One year of experience at next lower grade level (GS-6) or equivalent advanced-level MST experience
Knowledge of complex endoscopic instrumentation processing
Experience troubleshooting sterilization equipment mechanical failures
Familiarity with electronic instrument tracking systems