Sterile Processing Technician

Company Description
International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include "hands on" direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defence and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com
Job Description
Overview:
International SOS is seeking Sterile Processing Service (SPS) Technicians (also known as Medical Supply Technicians) to support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program at Phoenix VAHCS. The selected candidates will represent International SOS and perform a variety of sterilization, processing, decontamination, surgical/dental tray assembly, flexible endoscope reprocessing, reusable inventory, medical equipment processing, and quality assurance functions. The role may require working days, evenings, nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
Key Responsibilities:
Technicians must possess and apply knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications to their daily work practices, including:

• Understanding and applying the theory, principles, practice, and techniques of asepsis to prevent the spread of infection.
• Practical knowledge of microbiology as it relates to surgical supply operations, particularly concerning microorganism resistance to heat and chemicals used for sterilization and High-Level Disinfection (HLD).
• Proficiency in standard procedures for steam autoclaving and chemical sterilization (e.g., Sterrad).
• Familiarity with HLD systems such as Medivator Advantage, Trophon, and manual HLD utilizing Cidex OPA.
• Comprehensive knowledge of surgical supplies, instruments, equipment, and their specific cleaning, sterilizing, and storage requirements.
• Ability to identify damaged or broken instruments and find suitable replacements.
• Thorough familiarity with hospital Operating Room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical and surgical terminology, human anatomy, and physiology.
• Understanding of aseptic principles and techniques, including characteristics of various detergents and cleaning techniques.
• Proficiency in the handling, cleaning, and reprocessing of flexible endoscopes such as colonoscopes and gastroscopes.
• Ability to follow detailed manufacturer instructions for handling, cleaning, and sterilizing or HLD processing of a wide variety of surgical and clinical Reusable Medical Equipment (RME)

Qualifications
Basic Requirements/Certifications:

• Certification as a Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or higher by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management (IAHCSMM/HSPA).
• Graduation from a nationally recognized CRCST training program with a minimum of 2 current years of documented work in the field.
• Graduation from a nationally recognized Operating Room Technician training program with a minimum of 2 current years of documented work experience in a Sterile Processing Service environment.
• Graduation from a US military training program for Surgical Technicians with a minimum of 2 current years of documented work experience in a Sterile Processing Service environment.
• VA Level 2 certification with a minimum of 2 years of current work experience in the SPS environment.
• Non-certified technicians with a minimum of 5 years of documented and verifiable SPS hands-on work experience.

Educational Requirements:

• An Associate or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Work involves prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
• May require bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Repetitive tasks for 8 hours.
• Wearing PPE for 8 hours.

Other Special Qualifications:

• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Must relocate to the project site for the duration of the contract.
• Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.

Note on Scheduling:
Contract Sterile Processing Service Technicians shall be available Monday through Sunday with five possible Tours of Duty:

• Tour 1: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
• Tour 2: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Tour 3: 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm
• Tour 4: 3:30 pm - 12:00 am
• Tour 5: 9:00 pm - 5:30 am

Job Type: Full-time
Additional Information
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Compensation/ Min: $28.72/hr - $35.00/hr
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan and paid time off and annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.