Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Assistant Chief

Fadona; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Chief for their Sterile Processing Service. This pivotal role involves supervising the decontamination and sterilization of critical medical devices, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare, particularly in sterile processing, and possess excellent supervisory skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in a dynamic environment where their contributions will directly impact patient care and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Six months experience in sterile processing or related field.
• Ability to manage staff and technical supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of medical devices.
• Assist in maintaining an accurate instrument tracking system.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Healthcare Knowledge

Technical Supervision

Staff Management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Summary

The Assistant Chief contributes to the oversight of all supervision, administrative management, and direction of the Sterile Processing Service. The incumbent serves as the supervisor for SPS and oversees all decontamination, sterilization, and distribution of the facility's critical and semi-critical Reusable Medical Devices (RMD). The incumbent assists the Chief SPS in providing comprehensive RMD service and support to all staff at the facility and maintaining an accurate instrument tracking system.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be considered tentatively but cannot be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship (Non-citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited, per VA Policy)
• English Language Proficiency (must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d))
• Experience: Six months of experience demonstrating the ability to perform the work or provide an understanding of the work
• OR Education: One year above high school, including at least 6 semester hours in healthcare-related courses such as sterile processing, nursing assistant, hospital corpsman, or surgical technician courses
• OR Experience/Education Combination: Equivalent combination qualifying for entry-level positions
• Grandfather Provision: MST employed in VHA on May 28, 2014, considered to meet all basic qualification requirements

Grade Determinations:

GS-09 Supervisory Medical Supply Technician - Assistant Chief: One year of specialized experience at GS-8 level, including supervising MSTs, planning and directing work, instructing staff, resolving personnel issues, and providing technical supervision. Demonstrated KSAs include staffing planning, managing individuals of varying backgrounds, policy development, supervisory duties, evaluating new products, fiscal management, and developing policies.

Preferred Experience: Industry certification (e.g., H.S.P.A), Bachelor's degree, minimum 2 years sterile processing experience, previous managerial experience. Detailed experience documentation is required.

Physical Requirements: Work involves various settings, exposure to hot/cold/drafty areas, potential injuries from equipment, standing/walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, dexterity, working around body fluids, and exposure to hazardous chemicals and noise.