This is a Medical Supply Technician (Lead Sterile Processing Technician) in Sterile Processing Service. The incumbent is responsible for the lead duties in the Sterile Processing Service. The incumbent must complete the SPS Level I training program within 90 days of hire and maintain a minimum of twelve continuing education hour annually. Lead duties encompass providing technical and lead responsibilities. Must be able to direct and lead SPS personnel and communicate effectively.

Duties

The duties and responsibilities for the position includes but are not limited to the following: Functions as a sterile processing technician performing a wide variety of duties, including the various cleaning, preparation, decontamination and sterilization processes associated with Reusable Medical Device (RMD), which includes medical and surgical instrument reprocessing for STVHCS. Additional responsibilities will include assisting with quality assurance throughout the decontamination and sterilization processing areas. Incumbent will assume continuous training in support of the reprocessing of all types of RMD in support of the clinics, dental and other services throughout STVHCS. The incumbent must determine the proper technique used to decontaminate, disinfect all types of medical equipment, thus destroying microorganisms that present a threat to Patient Safety, the user and the individual(s) reprocessing the RMD. Assembles highly complex instrument sets including, but not limited to, i.e., open heart, major orthopedic total joint, cardiovascular, etc. Specific duties to include but not limited to, processes all complex endoscopic instrumentation to include those medical devices used in gastroenterology, bronchoscopy, urology and the operating room. Work Schedule: Full Time, Rotating Shifts, Nights and WeekendsThe duties and responsibilities for the position includes but are not limited to the following: Functions as a sterile processing technician performing a wide variety of duties, including the various cleaning, preparation, decontamination and sterilization processes associated with Reusable Medical Device (RMD), which includes medical and surgical instrument reprocessing for STVHCS. Additional responsibilities will include assisting with quality assurance throughout the decontamination and sterilization processing areas. Incumbent will assume continuous training in support of the reprocessing of all types of RMD in support of the clinics, dental and other services throughout STVHCS. The incumbent must determine the proper technique used to decontaminate, disinfect all types of medical equipment, thus destroying microorganisms that present a threat to Patient Safety, the user and the individual(s) reprocessing the RMD. Assembles highly complex instrument sets including, but not limited to, i.e., open heart, major orthopedic total joint, cardiovascular, etc. Specific duties to include but not limited to, processes all complex endoscopic instrumentation to include those medical devices used in gastroenterology, bronchoscopy, urology and the operating room. Work Schedule: Full Time, Rotating Shifts, Nights and Weekends Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: Citizenship. Citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.) Experience and/or Education Experience. Six months of experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work or provides an understanding of the work; or Education. One year above high school that included at least 6 semester hours in health care related courses such as sterile processing, nursing assistant, hospital corpsman, and operating room and surgical technician courses or other courses related to the position; or Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combination of experience and education are qualifying for entry level for which both education and experience are acceptable. Foreign Education. To be creditable, education completed outside the U.S. must have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education must have been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U. S. programs. English Language Proficiency. MSTs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j, this part. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: GS-07 Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 1. Ability to instruct staff on the correct procedures and protocols for completing assignments. 2. Skill in communicating with staff to ensure compliance with written directives, rules and regulations. 3. Skill in interpersonal relationships in dealing with employees, team leaders, and managers. 4. Knowledge of sterility principles in order to instruct staff on decontamination procedures. 5. Ability to lead individuals, manage priorities, and schedule work assignments Assignment. The Lead MST works in support of the Sterile Processing Service (SPS) management team. Distributes and prioritizes workload among employees in accordance with established workflow and/or job specializations. Assures an even workflow and distribution of the workload. Revises work schedules to meet anticipated and unanticipated changes in the workload. Assigns work to staff based on experience and training needs. Monitors and reports on the status of work. Ensures SOPs and SPS mandates are followed during the performance of workflow. Reviews work in progress or spot checks work not requiring review to ensure completed work meets supervisors' instructions on such things as work sequence, procedures, methods, and deadlines. Assesses the quality and quantity of work by reviewing the cleaning, reprocessing, and distribution of technical medical equipment, material and instrumentation. Provides information to management officials concerning performance issues, assignment changes and task completion. Instructs employees on work-related activities, policies, procedures and goals. Preferred Experience: Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and preparation of Reusable Medical Equipment. Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and used in operating rooms and clinical settings. Knowledge of sterilization and cleaning equipment. References: VA Handbook 5005/76, Part II, Appendix G47The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds; Light lifting, under 15 pounds; Moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds; Light carrying, under 15 pounds; Pulling hand over hand, 8-12 hrs; Pushing, 8-12 hours; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking, 8-12 hours; Standing, 8-12 hours; Kneeling, 8-12 hours; Repeated bending, 8-12 hours; Climbing, legs only, 8-12 hours; Climbing, use of legs and arms; Both legs required; Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Hearing (aid may be permitted)

Education

IMPORTANT: 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.

NOTE: If your school has changed names, or is no longer in existence, you must provide this information in your application.

Contacts

• Address Audie L Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital 7400 Merton Minter Boulevard San Antonio, TX 78229 US
• Name: VISN 17 SSU USAS Group
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