Medical Supply Technician

4 weeks ago


Omaha, Nebraska, United States Department Of Veterans Affairs Full time
Summary

The Medical Supply Technician receives contaminated critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RMD) in the decontamination area and may receive non-critical equipment in the decontamination area as well. Disassembles the RMD and determines the correct method, such as, but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions for use (MIFU).



Duties

This announcement is open continuous. Certificates will be issued to the hiring manager on a bi-weekly basis until all positions have been filled. Announcement will remain open until all vacancies are filled, and may close sooner than 9/30/2024.

This occupation is currently approved for a Veterans Health Administration enterprise-wide Critical Skills Incentive through 9/21/2024. Candidates may be eligible for a lump sum CSI for a pro-rated amount if onboard prior to the CSI expiration date. Eligible candidates will be required to sign a service agreement agreeing to an obligated service period and failure to complete the obligated service period may result in a debt for the unearned portion of the CSI.

Major duties include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Understands and follows principles and procedures for processing of used/contaminated endoscopes, instrumentation, and reusable supplies and equipment.
  • Adheres to SPS VHA Directive 1116, Management of Critical and Semi-Critical Reusable Medical Devices regarding personal protective equipment to be worn when performing cleaning/decontamination duties. Exhibits full understanding of and exercises conscientious adherence to practices of standard precautions in all areas of SPS performance.
  • Disassembles the RMD and determines 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.
  • Inspects, assembles, and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization such as but not limited to steam, V-pro, Steris, and high-level disinfecting scope reprocessors.
  • Disassembles, decontaminates, performs all phases of sterilization, and reassembles items as required, to include intricate surgical trays and microsurgery instruments. These trays contain large numbers of unique, non-interchangeable, specialized surgical instruments of similar appearance and minor variations in size, conformation, and nomenclature, but with major variation in application.
  • Checks for damaged or missing items and arranges for replacement, maintenance, or repair as needed.
  • Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment. Ensures that bio-burden testing is conducted on all endoscopes, both rigid and flexible after manual cleaning is completed. Performs daily spore testing and sterilizer control measures as it relates to quality assurance principles of sterilization and elimination of cross contamination and determines whether items are free of microorganisms. Monitors and interprets biological challenges processed for each sterilization cycle.
  • Applies the Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration and Federal Drug Administration standards as they pertain to sterile processing and the distribution of reusable medical equipment.
  • Performs routine operator maintenance and cleaning of sterilization equipment in accordance with the SPS VHA Directive 1116, Management of Critical and Semi-Critical Reusable Medical Devices and Standard Operating Procedures. Keeps a daily record of line items processed and sterilized.
  • Maintains good working communications with the OR Staff, Ambulatory Care, Dental, Podiatry, and other Clinical Staff in order to respond regularly and promptly to their needs for trays, packages and instruments required for scheduled and emergency treatment of patients.
Work Schedule: Department hours Monday-Friday 7:00am-11:30pm

Telework: Not Eligible

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #:

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required


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