Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Assistant Chief)
Location: Reno Nevada
Description: Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Assistant Chief) right now, this occupation will be placed in Nevada. For complete informations about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below. Reno, NV
Duties:
The incumbent provides supervision for the decontamination, processing, wrapping, sterili! zation, storage and issuance of medical items, in accordance with accepted standards, VHA Directives and established facility policies/procedures.
He/she reviews daily surgical and other schedules and provides for the preparation of required items, such as instruments, endoscopes, metal ware and specialized equipment needed to support each scheduled activity. This effort primarily involves the sterilization of Operating Room (OR) packs involving less complex surgical procedures, such as appendectomies, to those more complex and extensive procedures, such as orthopedic surgical procedures. He/she ensures items required are prepared and delivered as needed, and confers with Surgeons and Operating Room Nurses when technical discrepancies and/or problems occur related to instrumentation.
He/she ensures all consumable supplies used by SPS are requisitioned and available and that medical/surgical equipment is available and in working order.
The incumben! t compiles and maintains records and reports relating to infec! tion control and operational responsibilities. The incumbent supervises and maintains records of mechanical, biological and Bowie-Dick test results from all sterilizers used in conjunction with patient care (SPS, Operating Room) at all facilities. Immediately, and in writing, he/she reports positive biological indicator results to Chief, SPS. He/she makes recommendations for further action, as appropriate and required.
He/she manages and maintains a Quality Control Program in all areas of reprocessing of RME. This program is particularly important in the prevention of nosocomial infection brought about by improper sterilization and preparation of medical instruments, metal ware, etc. The incumbent provides on-going training to support personnel on the latest aseptic and sterilization techniques and equipment. He/she ensures proper care is taken in the use and maintenance of assigned complex sterilization.
He/she effectively supervises trains and provides g! uidance to all personnel assigned to SPS. The incumbent plans subordinatesÂ' workloads, sets appropriate priorities and assigns work based on priority and difficulty. He/she evaluates performance, administers leave, develops work procedures, and advises employees on work and related administrative problems. In addition, he/she identifies competency/training needs and provides on-the-job training. The incumbent ensures completion of the unitÂ's work within established timeframes and in accordance with standards of adequacy. He/she supports Equal Employment Opportunity, promotes diversity in hiring and ensures compliance with VASNHCS, VISN 21, and VHA goals and objectives.
The incumbent assures the meeting of both internal VA and external accreditation standards through effective coordination with Administration, Nursing, Medical and Safety staff members.
He/she applies professional knowledge and technical expertise in the use of supply items, in all interac! tions with Management, various Service staff, supervisors and others on! medical material management problems related to SPS. He/she keeps abreast of the latest developments in the field and institutes or recommends changes to improve processes and practices.
He/she updates and develops required SPS Policy and Procedure Manuals and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Manuals to include all pertinent operational and administrative policies and procedures.
The incumbent supervises the work order program and at times initiates requests for service of malfunctioning or suspicious sterilizers and makes the final determination on the use of malfunctioning or suspicious sterilizers for processing items.
The incumbent is responsible for the supervision of quarantine of implantable device until spore testing is found to be negative after required incubation period.
WORK SCHEDULE: Full-Time
Recruitment/relocation incentive may be authorized.
Non bargaining unit position.
Summary
VA SIERR! A NEVADA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
Our mission: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Providing World Class Care and Service to America's Heroes
VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities.
For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov
The incumbent functions as a full Assistant Chief of the Sterile Processing Service (SPS) at VASNHCS. SPS is the central point from which Reusable Medical Equipment (RME), instruments, implants and equipment are received, processed, packaged, sterilized, and distributed. This position instructs, guides, and directs ! SPS and RME activities for positive patient outcomes. The incumbent fac! ilitates training and competency verification of SPS staff. This position collaborates with Chief, SPS to promote quality patient care and resource utilization.
Qualifications & Evaluations
Specialized Experience Requirements at the GS-9 Level: One year of specialized experience which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and which is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled.
Specialized experience is further defined as experience in supervising or leading the processing, assembling, trouble-shooting, preparing, sterilizing, storing, and issuing sterile and unsterile medical supplies and equipment. The applicant must possess knowledge of the technical names, general uses, physical characteristics, and operating conditions of medical supply items; knowledge of decontamination, cleaning, preparation, sterilization, and storage proce! dures; knowledge of aseptic techniques; and skill in operating a washer-sterilizer, ultrasonic instrument cleaners, and gas and steam sterilizers.
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Education : Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree directly related to the work of the position.
Time-in-Grade Restriction: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. The grade may have been in any occupation but must have been held in the Federal service.
GS-09 Level : Applicants must have one or more years of specialized experience related to this position. This experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in Federal service.
You must meet time-in-grade restrictions by the closing date of this announcement.
You will be rated on the following Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other characteristics (KSAOs) as part of the asses! sment questionnaire for this position:
1. Knowledge of full range o! f Sterile Processing Service (SPS).
2. Knowledge of microbiology to implement and maintain infection control procedures.
3. Skill in applying sterilization, decontamination and aseptic techniques across a wide array of sterilization equipment.
4. Ability to plan and direct the functional activities of SPS through communication, training, and best practices.
5. Ability to manage and/or supervise (plan, organize, direct, control, review, etc.) the work activities of subordinates.
For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications .
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s).
Physical Requirements: The work requires extensive walking and standing. It! applies body mechanics of lifting, stretching, stooping, and bending in re-processing procedures and sterilization techniques. The incumbent will be working around moving equipment, carts, and or machines. Incumbent will be required to use protective clothing in particular areas (i.e., decontamination, preparation, operating room, and sterile storage) such as masks, shoe covers, gowns, goggles, or gloves. The employee often works around bodily fluids, mucus, excretions, and bits of tissue. On a regular basis, the work involves moderate risks and discomforts such as exposure to dirty items and exposure to contaminated supply items. Additionally, the incumbent will work in an office setting. They will need to apply ergonomic principles to prevent cumulative trauma disorders.
Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
Benefits &! Other Info
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs off! ers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www4.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp .
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete application (See "Required Documents" section below). The complete Application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Monday, November 18, 2013.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button at the bottom of this screen to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Be sure to upload the required documents before you submit your application. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process. Mailed/emailed applications will n! ot be accepted.
Note : To change or update your application, simply reapply through My USAJOBS, before the closing date. To check the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account ( https://my.usajobs.gov/Login.aspx ), select Application Status and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
If you cannot apply online:
Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire: View Occupational Questionnaire .
Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the occupational questionnaire: http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf .
Fax the completed 1203FX form along with all supporting documents to (478)757-3144 . Your 1203FX form must be placed on top of all materials being faxed and will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Keep a copy of your fax receipt in case verification is needed.
To fax supporting documents you are unable ! to upload:
Complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf! /usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID: 984826. You must use this fax cover sheet in order for your documents to be matched with your online application.
Fax your documents to (478)757-3144 .
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Reno
NV
2013-10-29T16:19:56.349602
354155400
Multiple Appointment Types
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. *** If you are using foreign educat! ion to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. ***
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Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
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The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation and be found well-qualified (have a final rating of 90 or more before any Veterans preference points) for this vacancy. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp .
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave : Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pa! y period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a F! ederal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
Per Year
VASNHCS-TS-MP-14-984826-45
Required Documents :
You must provide a complete application package. The following is a list of required documents:
1. CV/Resume
2. Occupational Questionnaire : View Occupational Questionnaire
3. Unofficial Transcripts - If you are using education to qualify, official transcripts will be requested if you are selected for this position.
4. Military Service - If prior military service, include all copies of your DD Forms 214 . Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Vetera! n, must also provide supporting documentation and submit an Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) ( http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf )
5. Current or Former Federal Employee - If currently or formerly employed in the Federal system, include latest Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50)
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS will receive a rating of INELIGIBLE. Requests for reconsideration will not be considered for applicants who fail to submit a complete application package. We cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, erroneous fax transmissions, etc.
Federal forms can be accessed on websites www.va.gov/vaforms and www.opm.gov/forms
Other :
1. Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) (signature required) http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf - If selected this form is required.
2. References - Please include at least three (3) names, addresses, and phone numbers for references with your applicat! ion package - If selected three positive references are required.
3! . Performance Evaluations - Two most recent performance evaluations (if available)
1-Full-Time
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After we receive your complete application package (including all required documents), your qualifications will be reviewed and assigned an initial rating. We will also review your application to make sure that your résumé supports the answers given in the questionnaire. If your résumé does not support your questionnaire answers, we will adjust your rating accordingly. Based on your ranking or numerical score, you may be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified when your rating is determined.
15513-Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles)
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If you were eligible to this occupation, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department of Veterans Affairs.
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