Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

Full Job Description

The Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Wichita, Kansas is currently recruiting for a Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing).

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: 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.

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: In addition to the basic requirements as stated above, the GS-08 Lead Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) must meet the following requirements: 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: Ability to read and interpret written procedures and select appropriate action in order to instruct staff in correct procedures and protocols for completing assignments.

Ability to communicate orally and in writing to ensure staff compliance with written directives, rules and regulations.

Skill in interpersonal relationships in dealing with employees, team leaders, and managers. Knowledge of sterility principles in order to instruct staff on decontamination procedures.

Ability to lead individuals, manage priorities, and schedule work assignments Preferred Experience: Sterile Processing experience.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8.

The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-8 to GS-8.

Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation and would generally not require a pre-placement examination. Major Duties:

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Lead Medical Supply Technician (MST) oversees a work team that includes at least one MST position that is above the full performance level.

The incumbent distributes and prioritizes workload among employees in accordance with established workflow and/or job specializations.

The incumbent also assures an even distribution of the workload and when necessary, revises work schedules to meet anticipated and unanticipated changes in the workload.

The Lead MST assigns tasks as necessary to provide new employees with the experience and training required to perform decontamination of scopes and instrumentation in the work area.

Additional functions of the position include, but are not limited to: Monitoring and reporting on the status of work.

Ensuring standard operating procedures and department/service line mandates are followed during the performance of workflow.

Reviewing or spot-checking work to ensure completed work meets supervisors' instructions (e.g., work sequences, procedures, methods, and deadlines).

Assessing the quality and quantity of work by reviewing the cleaning, reprocessing, and distribution of scope medical equipment, material and instrumentation.

Providing information to management officials concerning performance issues, assignment changes and task completion. Instructing employees on work-related activities, policies, procedures and goals.

Receiving contaminated critical and semi-critical equipment in the decontamination area.

Disassembling reusable medical equipment (RME) and determining the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions.

Inspecting, assembling and determining the correct method and packaging for sterilization. Performing and documenting daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:00am - 3:30pm or 1:00pm - 9:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized