Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (SPS)

Veterans Health Administration; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration seeks a Supervisory Medical Supply Technician in the Sterile Processing Service. This role oversees MSTs supporting the Reusable Medical Device program and reports to SPS leadership, ensuring compliance with sterility standards and quality control.

It involves planning, directing work, staffing decisions, and resolving staff issues. The incumbent serves as a liaison across operating rooms and clinics, applying technical supervision to achieve the organization’s

Qualifications

• One year of experience at GS-07 or equivalent.
• Detail knowledge of complex surgical instruments used in operating rooms and clinics.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and orally to staff at all levels.
• Knowledge of sterility principles and decontamination procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise MSTs in the Reusable Medical Device program.
• Plan, assign, and evaluate work; approve leave and holidays.
• Oversee all aspects of decontamination, preparation, sterilization, monitoring and distribution of RME.
• Provide technical supervision and address staff issues; coordinate with SPS leadership.

Skills

Staff supervision

Decontamination supervision

Data analysis

Oral & written comms

Quality control

Job description

The Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (MST) in the Sterile Processing Service (SPS) supports the Chief and Assistant Chief of SPS and serves as the first-line supervisor for MSTs. The incumbent supervises MSTs supporting the Reusable Medical Device (RMD) program to accomplish the mission, vision, and goals of the organization 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).

Preferred Experience:

Detail knowledge of complex surgical instrument used in the operating rooms and clinic settings. Ability assemble specialty operating room and clinic instrument sets. In-depth knowledge of sterilization and decontamination Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in order to convey information to others. Knowledge of sterility principles in order to instruct staff on decontamination procedures. Ability to analyze data and make recommendations to correct quality control problems. Knowledge of fact-finding and investigative techniques in order to evaluate work processes. Grade Determinations - GS-08:Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07).

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:

• 1. Ability to manage, interact and deal with individuals of varying backgrounds.
• 2. Ability to direct staff and manage tasks to be completed
• 3. Ability to oversee and supervise all aspects of decontamination, preparation, sterilization, monitoring, and distribution of RME.
• 4. Ability to perform a full range of supervisory duties, including assigning, planning and evaluating work, recommending awards, approving leave, identifying training needs, and resolving staff issues

Assignment.

The Supervisory MST functions as a first-level supervisor responsible for the oversight of a group of MSTs, with administrative responsibility for planning and directing the work. Oversees attendance and leave, including approval of sick and annual leave and vacation schedules. Informs higher level management of anticipated vacancies or increases in workload. Recommends promotions, reassignments, recognition of superior performance, retention or release of probationary employees or other changes of assigned personnel. Holds corrective interviews with employees, referring disciplinary problems to higher levels of management. Resolves informal complaints of employees and deals with union representatives on personnel matters. Provides technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the organizational unit.

References:

VA Handbook 5005/83, Part II, Appendix G47

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-08.