Job Title 

Sterile Processing Medical Supply Technician 

Location 

Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Medical System  

Palo Alto, CA

Description 

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sterile Processing Medical Supply Technician to support critical operations in the sterile processing of medical and surgical supplies at the Palo Alto Veterans Affairs Health Care System. This role ensures that reusable medical equipment and instruments are cleaned, sterilized, and readily available for clinical use. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Rotate through all areas of medical supply operations, including decontamination, sterilization, and distribution. 

• Clean and disinfect reusable medical instruments and equipment using manual and automated processes. 

• Assemble and wrap instrument trays based on surgical and clinical schedules. 

• Operate sterilization equipment (e.g., steam, gas, or ultrasonic systems), and conduct tests to ensure effectiveness. 

• Maintain and monitor sterile storage areas, stocking shelves with sterilized materials, and removing outdated items. 

• Disassemble, clean, reassemble, and test complex medical equipment. 

• Advise medical staff on equipment use and supply availability. 

• Maintain inventory, track usage, and recommend reorders. 

• Train clinical staff on sterile supply procedures as needed. 

Travel 

None 

Work Schedule 

Full time 

Shifts to be discussed with Supervisor 

Qualifications 

• Minimum of 1 year of recent sterile processing medical supply experience in a hospital setting or healthcare facility. 

• Knowledge of microbiology and sterilization principles. 

• Experience with aseptic techniques, sterilization cycles, and medical terminology. 

• Familiarity with a wide range of surgical instruments and medical equipment. 

• Ability to read and follow detailed instructions and safety procedures. 

• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity. 

• Ability to effectively speak, read and write in the English language. 

Salary  

• $26.06 to $ 28.00 per hour  

• $48,000.00 to $ 58,240.00 annualized  

  
Work Environment  

• Work involves regular exposure to contaminated and sterile environments. 

• Must wear protective clothing (e.g., gloves, masks, gowns) in both clean and decontamination areas. 

• Exposure to strong odors, noisy equipment, and bodily fluids is frequent. 

• Work areas may be hot, humid, and confined. 

Physical Demands  

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 

• Regular and recurring physical exertion such as standing for prolonged periods of time, frequent bending and stretching/reaching, walking, and pushing fully loaded carts. 

• Use of manual dexterity and strength for assembly tasks and equipment handling. 

• Risk of exposure to hot surfaces, sharp instruments, and chemical agents. 

Benefits  

• 401K Employer Matching  

• Paid Time Off (PTO)  

• Holidays  

• Health Insurance  

• Dental Insurance  

• Vision Insurance  

• Employer-paid Life Insurance  

• Employer-paid AD&D Insurance  

• Employee-paid voluntary benefits  

• Employee development resources  

Equal Opportunity Employer  
Capital i is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Capital i makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.  
  
Capital i is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recruiting@capitali.us.