Summary The Eastern Oklahoma VA Healthcare System seeks a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) - RME Coordinator for the Sterile Processing Service. This role supports the decontamination, preparation, sterilization, disinfection, and distribution of reusable medical devices (RMD). The technician follows SOPs to ensure proper handling and meets VHA standards, contributing to the health and safety of our veterans. Responsibilities Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. Tulsa (James Mountain Inhofe VAMC) - https://youtu.be/3fMEu0iS7_Q?si=Y5RtGcnKKbJGxxk6 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Decontaminates, prepares, sterilizes, disinfects, and distributes reusable medical devices (RMD); tracks RMD in the instrument tracking program and documents quality assurance processes Provides decontamination, preparation, disinfection, sterilization, distribution, and inventory management for the medical center Works collaboratively with other MSTs and ensures work completion, quality assurance, and adherence to procedures, reviewing and assessing completed work Possesses advanced knowledge of RMD, reprocessing equipment, processes, and quality assurance measures; performs tasks independently with minimal guidance Assists in training, instructing, and orienting new or inexperienced personnel; conducts competency assessments Reviews the work of others for quality assurance and assists management with oversight and support of the RMD program Responsible for orientation, education, and training of the RMD program for internal and external customers and coworkers Demonstrates knowledge of Sterile Processing goals and the role of a quality management system in a successful RMD program Assists in policy and procedure review and development, ensuring compliance with facility and SPS policies, SOPs, CATs, MIFUs, and record management Collects and provides data for quality improvement benchmarks and collaborates with internal and external customers to ensure professional standards and performance improvement measures are applied Develops, reviews, and implements disaster plans and downtime procedures for the RMD program Monitors and audits MSTs to ensure adherence to quality assurance measures and procedures; audits completed work Manages disinfection and sterilization records and provides SPS management with weekly and monthly quality assurance compliance reports Communicates, arranges, schedules, and tracks maintenance, repair, and replacement of RMD and reprocessing equipment; manages the water quality assurance program Monitors RMD reprocessing, storage, and soiled areas for compliance with inventory management and environmental controls (cleanliness, temperature, humidity) Assists in data collection for RMD committee members and agenda Communicates both orally and in writing; utilizes universal precautions to prevent cross-contamination Uses medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and medical procedures to assemble RMDs Proficient in the application of decontamination, preparation, disinfection, sterilization processes, and equipment; tracks processes in the instrument tracking system (Censitrac) Understands and applies quality assurance principles related to RMDs and reprocessing equipment Reads, interprets, and applies written instructions and procedures; selects appropriate actions and instructs staff on correct procedures and protocols Analyzes and evaluates facts related to unsatisfactory conditions or trends; applies methods and techniques to investigate and recommend corrective actions on complex quality problems Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software programs Promotes appropriate interpersonal relationships with internal and external customers and coworkers; interacts, reports, and resolves problems as they arise Other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm 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). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 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 #: 623-61095-0 Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. BASIC REQUIREMENTS. Citizenship. Citizen of the United States (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, paragraph 3g.) 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. Certification. None. 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. Grade Determinations: The following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates. GS-07 Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) - RME Coordinator Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-6). Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Ability to interact with individuals of varying backgrounds in order to assess the needs of the department. Ability to coordinate work in order to complete duties in an accurate and timely fashion. Ability to interpret and apply sterile processing/infection prevention regulations and policies. Ability to evaluate new products and equipment. Ability to initiate and lead interdisciplinary groups in carrying out sterile processing functions. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. This vacancy is above the full performance level. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirements. 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
