The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Trainer. The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Trainer will function within the Sterile Processing Service Service (SPS) section of the Medical Center.
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. English Language Proficiency: MSTs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with the VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j. Experience and Education: (1) Experience. Six months of experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work or provides an understanding of the work; OR, (2) 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, (3) 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). Grandfathering Provision. All MSTs that are employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements listed above, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates. Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Trainer, GS-7 One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-6. Examples of Specialized experience include: Knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings. Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination. Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, medical conditions and procedures. Knowledge of sterility principles in regards to instrumentation. Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures. AND Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 1. Knowledge of SPS and Infection Prevention regulations. 2. Knowledge of procedures and/or operations in training developed for, and operations of SPS functions for both new and existing staff. 3. Ability to manage integrated training programs as it relates to sterile processing procedures. 4. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel or other software programs in order to complete reports and develop skills. 5. Ability to communicate effectively with staff and management officials in regards to sterile processing procedures. Preferred Experience: At least 2 years of experience in Sterile Processing Certification-VA Level 2 and/or National Certification (Active),(HSPA, CBSPB) Proficient with Excel, Word, Power point. 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-7. Physical Requirements: "Please see VA Directive and Handbook 5019"
Duties of the Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Trainer include, but are not limited to: The MST Trainer is responsible for developing formal and informal written plans for the SPS training program, in compliance with accreditation organizations and VHA-specific requirements. Facilitates training of SPS staff through educational programs and job specific instruction. Improves SPS processes by facilitating the application for new technology of reusable medical devices by training all new and existing staff. Develops, monitors, and revises SPS educational programs for both new and existing staff. Document and assesses staff's training, to identify areas of strength and need. Develops an education plan to maintain and improve knowledge in specialized areas of processing reusable medical devices. Participates in tracking, trending and analyzing education data. Identifies opportunities for improvement, makes recommendations and/or prepares reports based on findings. Develops and conducts the annual review of the SPS preceptor program. Has expert and detailed knowledge of complex surgical instrumentation used in operating rooms and clinic settings. Has expert and in- depth knowledge of all areas with Sterile Processing to include decontamination, preparation, assembly, sterilization, endoscope reprocessing, sterile storage, and distribution. Ability to assemble specialty operating room and clinic instrument sets. Ability to communicate effectively with staff and management officials regarding sterile processing procedures. Ability to manage integrated training programs as it relates to sterile processing procedures. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, with rotation of tour of duties; rotating between 7:00am-3:30pm. 3:00pm-11:30pm and 11:00pm-7:30am for training. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 942440 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized