The Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System (EOVAHCS) is hiring for a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Coordinator position. 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. Experience and/or Education Experience. Six months of experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work or provides an understanding of the work; or 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 Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combination of experience and education are qualifying for entry level for which both education and experience are acceptable. English Language Proficiency. MSTs must be proficient in spoken and written English 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). Grade Determinations: GS-07 Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) - Coordinator (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. Practical knowledge of conventional fact-finding or investigative techniques in order to evaluate internal work processes. 2. Skill to develop, analyze and evaluate facts relative to unsatisfactory conditions or trends. 3. Knowledge of and skill in applying various methods and techniques for investigating, analyzing and recommending corrective action on complex quality problems. 4. Knowledge of the SPS policies and procedural manuals, infection control procedures, and accrediting agencies and quality assurance guidelines to assure appropriateness of work during quality assurance reviews. 5. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and other software programs. 6. Thorough knowledge of aseptic principles and techniques, which include sterilized operations, sterilizer mediums, and tests to determine the effectiveness of sterilization, packaging, storage, and shelf life. 7. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to ensure staff compliance with written directives, rules and regulations. References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/76 Dated: 05/28/2014 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-07. Physical Requirements: This work is performed in various settings: decontamination, preparation, clean sterile supply (preparation) and in other services and departments throughout the medical facility/campus. The incumbent may be required to work in areas that are hot, humid, cold, drafty and poorly lighted. The employee is subject to the possibility of falls, scrapes, cuts, bruises, and other injuries from material handling equipment. The work requires standing and walking during the entire workday and frequent bending and lifting of packages (occasionally weighing as much as 50 pounds). The work requires dexterity and visual acuity for manipulating, disassembly and assembly of instrumentation. On a regular and recurring basis, the employee alternates between a contaminated environment and a carefully controlled clean environment. The employee wears special clothing, hair covers, personal protective equipment and shoe covers that can be uncomfortably warm. The employee wears Laser protective goggles and ensures that the Laser room is closed and that signage is properly displayed on the door outside the Laser room. The work area is noisy due to the clatter of metal instruments, rumbling of carts and operation of pre-sterilizing equipment. ["Provide comprehensive technical support of the Instrument Management System (IMS). Assist in the orientation and training of Sterile Processing Department personnel of the IMS. Assist in the efforts for the continuous performance improvement of provided services to ensure the goals of excellence in clinical outcomes and customer satisfaction. Create new employee profiles in the tracking system according to job position, with attention to the features and access levels needed for the position. Assist in formulating and communicating policies and procedures for the IMS. Assist staff in the proper use and utilization of the tracking system in order to provide sterile instruments and supplies in an efficient, accurate, and professional manner to all its customers. To achieve the primary purpose of the department the incumbent must plan and direct the day to day working of the tracking system and have a thorough understanding of the building, maintaining and development of the product for the facility. Collaborate and communicate the objectives of the system, gives specific instructions and prioritizes assignments according to departmental policy and procedure and guidance from the Sterile Processing Assistant Chief. Receives, researches and plans the implementation of new product releases as they become available. Ensures continued utilization of the IMS features for consistent return on investment. The incumbent acts as a liaison with the tracking systems' support services, facility Information Systems, and Contract Software Vendor and is the administrator for all hardware, software and accessory equipment needed to operate an efficient tracking system. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: 8:00am-4:30pm\nTelework: Not Available\nVirtual: This is not a virtual position.\nFunctional Statement #: 54467-O\nFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required"]