This position is to provide training for all Sterile Processing Services (SPS) staff. Incumbent supports the Chief, SPS in all duties related to orientation, training, competency, and annual review. Incumbent will provide hands on training and competency covering the entire process from decontamination, assembly, sterilization, scope reprocessing and distribution of critical and non-critical Reusable Medical Equipment throughout medical center and Community Based Outpatient Clinics. 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: 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. 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) - Trainer Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-6. Demonstrated by: Utilizing knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings; Utilizing knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination; Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, medical conditions and procedures; Utilizing knowledge of sterility principles in regards to instrumentation; Reading and interpreting written instructions and procedures. AND In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 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. References: VA Handbook 5005/76, Part II, Appendix G47. 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, 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. The work involves repetitive motion at times during the manual cleaning process of RME. 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 uses insulated gloves to remove carts from sterilizers. The employee is subject to burns from accidentally touching hot items. May be subject to contact dermatitis from frequent handwashing and potential contact with cleaning agents. The hazards of working around minute quantities of sterilizing gasses are unknown. The employee often works around body fluids, mucous, excretions and tiny amounts of tissue, some of which may be foul smelling. Strong, unpleasant odors are encountered while decontaminating bloody or grossly contaminated instrumentation or reusable medical equipment. The work area is noisy due to the clatter of metal instruments, rumbling of carts and operation of pre-sterilizing equipment. Periods of computer use with repetitive motion. ["Duties of the Trainer are, but not limited to: The Trainer is responsible for developing formal and informal written plans for SPS training program, in compliance with accreditation organizations and VHA-specific requirements as well as medical center policies and procedures for SPS. Training courses and outlines will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary. Facilitates training of SPS staff through educational programs and job specific instruction. Should be well structured, include hands on demonstrations, return demonstrations and an evaluation. Improves SPS processes by facilitating the application for new technology of reusable medical devices by training all new and existing staff. Develops, monitors, and revise SPS educational programs for both new and existing staff and as required to meet new directives and training goals. Documents and assess staff's training, to identify areas of strength and need. Develops an education plan (literature review, continuing education, in-services, certification and/or formal education) to maintain and improve knowledge in specialized areas of processing RME. Serve as a formal or informal preceptor and/or mentor to staff and as a subject matter expert (SME) point of contact. Participates in tracking, trending and analyzing training, competency and education data for quality assurance reports to identify opportunities for improvement. Identifies opportunities for improvement, makes recommendations and/or prepares reports based on findings. Initiates and or participates in training interventions to change practice based on performance improvement data of manufacturer's instructions for use. Develops and conducts the annual review of the SPS preceptor program. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am-3:30pm; Occasional weekend and holiday call for training purposes.\nTelework: Not Available\nVirtual: This is not a virtual position.\nFunctional Statement #: 000000\nRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized\nFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required"]