What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Supply Technician position at Aptive?
Job Summary
Aptive Resources, a leading provider of medical solutions, is seeking a dedicated Medical Supply Technician to join our team at the VA Health System in Cheyenne WY. As a Medical Supply Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the functionality, sterility, and availability of medical equipment and supplies essential for patient care.
Primary Responsibilities
- Process, assemble, troubleshoot, prepare, sterilize, store, and issue sterile and unsterile medical supplies and equipment in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
- Maintain and repair a wide range of medical equipment, from simple devices like blood pressure cuffs to complex machines, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Possess in-depth knowledge of the technical names, general uses, physical characteristics, and operating conditions of medical supply items.
- Demonstrate proficiency in decontamination, cleaning, preparation, sterilization, and storage procedures to uphold stringent hygiene standards.
- Employ aseptic techniques to prevent contamination and maintain the integrity of medical supplies and equipment.
- Operate various sterilization equipment including washer-sterilizers, ultrasonic instrument cleaners, and gas and steam sterilizers with precision and efficiency.
Minimum Qualifications
- Proven experience in processing, assembling, troubleshooting, preparing, sterilizing, storing, and issuing medical supplies and equipment, preferably in a hospital or medical facility setting.
- Knowledge of medical supply processing, storage, and distribution procedures acquired through 2 years of relevant study, including at least 12 semester hours in related courses such as sterile supplies, operating room, surgical technician courses, or other relevant fields.
- Familiarity with aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Ability to operate and maintain sterilization equipment effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to standard operating procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals and other team members.
About Aptive
Aptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. We harness creativity, technology, and culture to connect people and systems to impact the world. We’re advisors, strategists, and engineers focused on people, above all else.
We believe in generating success collaboratively, leaving client organizations stronger after every engagement and building trust for the next big challenge. Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation.
EEO Statement
Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.
