Medical Supply Technician
US Military Treatment Facilities under DHASummary About the Position: This position is located William Beaumont Army Medical Center in the Sterile Processing Department in El Paso, Texas Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation Learn more about this agency This job is open to The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Duties Operates various kinds of equipment such as ultrasonic cleaners and washer-sterilizers. Places sterilized operating room instruments in the proper tray. Removes trays of instruments from pre-sterilizing equipment, inspects items to be sure that gross contamination has been removed and that instruments function properly. Periodically tests operation of equipment for effectiveness of sterilization. Conducts the OR inventory; receiving from OR an inventory list that requests instruments and filling the request by wrapping and sterilizing instruments prior to sending them to OR. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. A Personnel Security Investigation is required. Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption. A pre-placement medical examination is required. Moderate to heavy lifting up to 40 pounds may be required. Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position. May be required to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS. This position may include shift work (evenings, weekends, holidays). This position may require the incumbent to work weekends and/or holidays. This position may require the incumbent to work during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules. Position may require employee to wear a uniform and/or protective clothing. Moderate to heavy lifting up to 40 pounds may be required. This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirements for Medical Supply Technician: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes decontaminating medical supplies and/or equipment and conducting inventory in a medical setting. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04). OR Education: Four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree. OR Combination of Education and Experience : A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education beyond two years (total semester hours min…