Lead Medical Supply Technician
The Lead MST works in support of the Sterile Processing Service(SPS) team. Assigns workload and work assignments among employees. Monitors and reports on the status of work. Accesses the quality and quantity of work by reviewing the cleaning, reprocessing, and distribution of technical medical equipment, material and instrumentation. Reports to management any concerns related to performance issues, assignment changes and tsk completion. Directs the preparation of sterile supplies, instruments and equipment. Efficient as the administrator of the instrument tracking system. All other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Variable Financial Disclosure Report: Not required 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. Experience and/or 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. Certification. None. English Language Proficiency. MSTs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j, this part. 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). Knowledge of Current MST Practices. To be creditable, the experience must have demonstrated the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) associated with MST responsibilities. Experience satisfying this requirement may be paid/non-paid employment as a MST. Grade Determinations:GS-07 (Full Performance Level) (a) Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level; (b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 1. Knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings. 2. Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination. 3. Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, medical conditions and procedures. 4. Knowledge of sterility principles in regards to instrumentation. 5. Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures. (c) Assignment: References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/83 PART II APPENDIX G47 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. Physical Requirements:
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
- Department: 0622 Medical Supply Aide And Technician
- Salary Range: $37,301 to $48,488 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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