- Position Title
- Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBST-11400583-22-RCM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, February 25, 2022 to Thursday, August 25, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Resume Reminder- Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
Assessment 1
The following questions pertains to the basic requirements for all 0622 series Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) positions with Veterans Health Administration.
1.
Are you proficient in basic written and spoken English?
2.
Basic Requirements. Select the one statement that best describes the experience and/or education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Advanced Medical Support Assistant work in the Federal service. (Proof of education or training is required at the time of application)
3.
GS-6 Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade GS-5 level. This experience includes but not limited to: Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids, and other containments by wiping, soaking, rinsing, and scrubbing. Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization, assembles basic sets and trays used throughout the medical center including those used in the operating room. Prepares, loads, and operates sterilizers such as steam, Sterrad, Steris, ETO, and a high-level disinfecting scope reprocessor; prepares operating room case carts daily using surgery schedule.
I posses the experience as described above.
I posses the experience as described above.
4.
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
i. Knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings.
ii. Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination.
iii. Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, medical conditions and procedures.
iv. Knowledge of sterility principles in regard to instrumentation.
v. Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures.
I can demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position as described above.
i. Knowledge of surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinic settings.
ii. Knowledge of universal precautions for safety and prevention of cross contamination.
iii. Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, microbiology, medical conditions and procedures.
iv. Knowledge of sterility principles in regard to instrumentation.
v. Ability to read and interpret written instructions and procedures.
I can demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position as described above.
We will evaluate your resume, supporting documents, and responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements for this position. Your responses are subject to verification and must be supported by your resume and other application documents. You will not be contacted for missing information or documents. All information and documents are due at the time of application.
Resume Requirement: * Your resume must include the following information: Job title, description of duties, beginning and ending date (month/year) of employment; and average hours worked per week.