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Medical Supply Technician

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Altoona, United States Veterans Health Administration Full time

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Medical Supply Aide and Technician: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Medical-Supply-Aide-Career-Flyer.pdf
The Medical Supply Technician (SPS) is responsible for the collection of all used/soiled, semi-critical and critical Reusable Medical Equipment (RMD) throughout the medical center. The incumbent utilizes proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and infection prevention procedures to prevent cross-contamination of other equipment and personnel during the collection and transport of the soiled RMD. The MST is responsible for the systematic manual cleaning and disinfection of semi-critical and critical clinical equipment according to selected methods and strict manufacturer instructions. Major duties include, but may not be limited to:

Following all safety and infection prevention rules, regulations and requirements within the decontamination and sterile preparation area.
Demonstrates an advanced knowledge of aseptic techniques and understands how to implement procedures to prevent the spread of infection per VHA Infection Prevention guidelines.
Independently performs cleaning and disinfection procedures within scope of their position.
Disassembles and determines correct cleaning methods as determined by manufacturer instructions.
Advanced knowledge of facility approved cleaning/disinfectant solution, and procedures.
Vast knowledge of sterilization and decontamination techniques.
Inspects, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization, such as, but not limited to steam, low-temperature sterilization, Steris, and high-level disinfecting scope reprocesses.
Prepares, loads, and operates sterilizers, such as steam or low temperature (hydrogen peroxide) and high-level disinfecting endoscope re-processor.
Processes, assembles and performs all phases of sterilization for intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments for the operating room (trays contain large numbers of unique, non-interchangeable, specialized surgical instruments of similar appearance, with minor variations in size, conformation, and nomenclature, but with major variation in application. - Preparation of Ambulatory Surgery Unit case carts using the daily surgery schedule.
Maintains a higher-level of functional awareness of facility policies and procedures; often providing guidance to entry or developmental staff.
Research and applies the JCAHO, OSHA and FDA standards as they pertain to sterile processing and the distribution of medical supplies.
Pick-up and deliver RMD throughout the facility.
Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all processes and equipment.
Performs other duties as directed.



Work Schedule
: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm


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 #
: 00000/MST (SPS)


Relocation/Recruitment Incentives
: Not authorized


Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not authorized