As the Procurement Technician this position will serve as the first point of contact for customers, both internal and external, that require prosthetics services either face-to- face (counter) or by telephone at the inventory stock room in Prosthetics. Receives and analyzes prosthetic request forms VA form 10-2431 and prescriptions (electronic Prosthetic consults) from physicians, therapists, patients, and patient representatives.

Duties

Duties: Serves as the Medical Center point of contact to assists with package preparation issues to include market research, reviewing specifications and statements of work, site visits and inspections for pre-award administrative functions and any other assistance requested. Provides technical support and assistance to clinical, contracting, and PSAS staff to facilitate timely assessment, delivery, and home installation for equipment such as stair glides, porch lifts, ceiling lifts, and ramps. Examines clinical health records and claims folders to determine legal eligibility and medical entitlement for prosthetic items and services based on criteria. Authorized and prepares complex purchase orders for a wide variety of prosthetic and orthotic devices, medical supplies, surgical implants, and home medical equipment and repairs. Has contractual authority and are empowered to obligate the government in procurement actions for open market and under established FSS Decentralized and local beneficiary service contracts for all types of services. Works closely with, communicates and coordinates with contracting, facility clinicians, facility Prosthetics Representatives and contracted vendors on matters and issues related to the Veteran receiving medical devices, equipment, or services. Provides approving official with all pertinent purchase card documents for audits within established timeframe and maintains documentation as required for 6 years and 3 months. Maintains the electronic files in FORCE, including the scanning of all required documents which the incumbent uploads to the FORCE briefcase. Responsible for consult management to ensure proper specialist is conducting assessments and generating PSAS consults; patient education and training is being provided with all devices and equipment issued; clinical practice guidelines and facility/network policies are followed; facilitating access to community vendors when devices, equipment, and services cannot be provided by VA staff. Prepares for signature, distributes, and files routine administrative documents at the request of the acquisition staff. Determines which vendor is suitable for the contracted purchase based on purchasing factors established in the VAAR, FAR, and purchase card regulations. Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM - based upon facility needs - Subject to Change Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Telework: Not Authorized Position Description/PD#: Procurement Technician - Prosthetic and Sensory Aid Service/PD035820 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required This position is covered by AFGE bargaining unit. Per the AFGE Master Agreement, the Area of Consideration will be: 1st Area of Consideration - Current Facility and CBOC employees; 2nd Area of Consideration - VA Nationwide applicants.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/25/2023. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-4 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Experience in electronic medical documentation software. Great customer service skills. Experience in customer conflict resolution. (internal or external customers, paid or unpaid experience) Experience in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, or Outlook. Experience in operating in an professional environment. Skilled in communicating both written and oral. Experience in independently following-up on work assignments. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have 4 years above high school (transcripts required). OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond. (transcripts required). You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Contracting/ProcurementFinancial ManagementInternal Controls Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The work may require some physical effort such as standing, walking, bending, or sitting. Incumbent may carry or lift items weighing up to 40-50 pounds. Incumbent may operate such devices as carts, dollies, and pallet jacks. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Education

A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Biloxi VA Medical Center 400 Veterans Avenue Biloxi, MS 39531 US
• Name: Lesa Lang
• Phone: 804-675-5000
• Email: [email protected]