Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)

FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:
The Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (MST) functions as a first-level supervisor responsible for the oversight of a group of MSTs with administrative responsibility for planning directing and assessing the this position the incumbent oversees all aspects of the work to include decontamination preparation high-level disinfection and sterilization of critical and semi-critical reusable medical devices (RME) assembly of surgical case carts for the Operating Room retrieval and delivery of RMD and maintenance of the work environment in accordance with VHA directives and memoranda governing operations in SPS. The Supervisory MST is competent to perform work tasks assist with workload and assess work quality.

The Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (MST) is required to complete Sterile Processing Service (SPS) Level 1 training within 90 days of hire and participate in continuing education (i.e. computer based training and in-service education sessions) to maintain SPS Level 1 certification. Attaining SPS Level II certification and having a certification in sterile processing from a professional organization is preferred. The incumbent will be required maintain knowledge of the departments Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for the cleaning decontamination preparation high-level disinfection sterilization and storage of the RME appropriate to this position. The incumbent will be required to maintain competency in all reprocessing activities.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
a. The Supervisory MST (SPS Shift Supervisor) is under the direct supervision of the Chief and Assistant Chief Sterile Processing Service.

b. The service chiefs will assign work with standing instructions of objectives priorities and deadlines and provide guidance to ensure procedures are performed correctly.

ASSIGNMENT
This is a managerial level position in Sterile Processing Service as a Supervisory Medical Supply this position incumbent as the SPS Shift Supervisor is available to consult with the employees provide guidance and review work related to all reprocessing activities. The shift supervisor must be able to work as a team member with other MSTs of varying experience levels and is expected to provide guidance and direction regarding normal operations as well as unusual problems that develop. The supervisor reviews work for overall technical soundness and conformance with departmental SOPs facility and agency policies. Work is assessed through observation of the work area discussion with the employee and feedback from the end users of RME reprocessed by the department. The Shift supervisor is responsible for holding employees accountable for work performance and adherence to department and facility policies.

b. Supervisory MSTs are responsible for overseeing attendance and leave to ensure employees are in their assigned work areas during work hours and that break and meal periods do not exceed the allotted time. Shift Supervisors may approve sick leave and annual leave requested during the shift and collaborate with the service chiefs in planning and approval of upcoming leave requests and vacation schedules. The Shift Supervisor informs higher level management of anticipated vacancies or increases in workload. The Supervisory MST recommends to higher level management recognition of superior performance retention or release of probationary employees or other changes of assigned personnel. The Supervisory MST provides corrective guidance and may conduct interviews with employees in accordance with applicable agreements and regulations to investigate workplace irregularities referring disciplinary problems to higher levels of management. The Supervisory MST is responsible for resolving informal complaints of employees and dealing with union representatives on personnel matters. The Supervisory MST is responsible for promptly reporting formal complaints so that they can be addressed as required by applicable laws directives and policies. As a shift supervisor the Supervisory MST provides technical supervision and workload assistance as necessary for accomplishing the work of the organizational unit.
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:30pm
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the Required Documents section of this announcement.

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Qualifications

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.
• English Language Proficiency. Medical Supply Technician MSTs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 3 section A paragraph 3j of VA HANDBOOK 5005/76.