2026.02.15

What’s Veterans Health Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Medical Supply Tech (Sterile P position at Veterans Health Administration.

Ms.Smith

What’s the salary range for the Medical Supply Tech position at the Department of Veterans Affairs?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $46,655 to $84,926.

Dr.Job

What does the Medical Supply Tech do in the decontamination area?

Ms.Smith

They receive contaminated critical and semi-critical reusable medical equipment and may also handle noncritical equipment. They disassemble the equipment and figure out the right cleaning method, using tools like ultrasonic cleaners and chemical agents based on manufacturer instructions.

Dr.Job

What kind of experience or education do applicants need for this job?

Ms.Smith

Applicants need either six months of experience that shows they can do the work or one year of education beyond high school with at least six semester hours in healthcare-related courses. They can also qualify with a combination of experience and education.

Dr.Job

Are there any special provisions for current Medical Supply Techs?

Ms.Smith

Yes, all Medical Supply Techs already employed in the Veterans Health Administration when this qualification standard took effect are considered to have met all the requirements for their position.

Dr.Job

Can non-citizens apply for this Medical Supply Tech position?

Ms.Smith

Non-citizens may only be appointed if it’s not possible to find qualified citizens, according to VA Policy.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith