Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)
US Military Treatment Facilities under DHASummary About the Position: This position is located at Naval Health Clinic New England, Newport, Rhode Island. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes. 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 Perform daily quality assurance testing on all equipment used in the cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments. Compile reports on multiple aspects of instrument processing and quality assurance. Scan instruments for use in or requested for procedures, upon arrival in decontamination to issue to serviced hospital department. e.g., surgery, clinics or wards. Account for and process surgical instruments to include complex loaner sets for scheduled and emergent cases. Select the appropriate sterilization method based upon manufacture requirements and recommendations. Ensure appropriate climate control measures are maintained, and check the expiration date on all sterile supply items, remove all outdated items, and rotate the stock. Ensures sufficient supplies are available and inspected prior to use. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. Lifting up to 50 pounds may be required. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random drug testing, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. 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. This position has mandatory seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal Influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire). This position requires the incumbent to have Tuberculosis testing. This position is designated “Mission Essential”. In the event of severe weather or other emergency type situations the incumbent may be required to work or remain at work as scheduled. 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. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: conduct equipment testing of surgical instruments; and utilize automated instrument tracking systems; and prepare surgical items for sterilization procedures. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). OR Education: A half…