Medical Supply Technician- VA Medical Center (VAMC)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Supply Technician- VA Medical Center (VAMC)

Location: Washington, DC- (VAMC)

Contract: Washington, DC VA Medical Center- (VAMC)

Period of Performance: One-year contract (with a possible extension)

Start Date: Work anticipated December 18, 2024, upon the award.

Note: IAHCSMM certification or equivalent required.

Salary: TBD upon award (provided is an estimated salary range)

Additional: Minimum 2 years experience as an SPS technician

Work Shift: Two (2) shifts available: 1st shift (7:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.) and 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.)

Preference: Prefer previous VA experience

Note: The Ravens Group, Inc. requests that all interested parties complete the attached questionnaire to be considered for this position.

The Ravens Group, Inc. is in an active bidding process for this position, contingent upon The Ravens Group, Inc. being awarded the contract.

Veteran Friendly

Job Description

• The primary purpose of the position is to ensure that EIL scanning process is completed in all areas serviced by Logistics.
• Provide assistance with equipment turn-in procedures.
• Assignments include but are not limited to: scanning, barcoding, receiving, storing, and the distribution of medical and surgical supplies, instruments, equipment, and other material.
• The work requires knowledge of applicable policies and procedures as well as inventory systems such as the generic inventory package (GIP), bar-coding, aseptic procedures, and Logistics processes.
• Work is performed on established shifts.
• Maintains stock at primary and secondary inventory locations for all clinical and administrative services.
• This involves pulling stock inventory and material from main inventory for delivery; replenishing stock inventory; interacting with clinical and administrative customers to ensure issues and needs are identified and either resolved or escalated to supervisors or Inventory Management Specialists as needed; maintaining records on stock levels; recommending revisions in stock levels as needed to supply changes to Inventory Management Specialists; communicating to the lead or supervisor any concerns related to supplies, equipment and procedures, providing information as needed orally or in writing regarding customer or external stakeholder issues, general telephone inquiries and visitor referrals; communicating with customers and vendors to obtain information regarding medical supplies.
• Monitors expiration dates, rotates stock to limit outdated and removes items from use as required by outdated. Supports managers in checking inventory for stock identified for recalled items and hazard alerts; ensures critical supplies are appropriately monitored and controlled, resolving deviations when possible, and escalating significant deviations to the Inventory Management Specialists.
• Performs daily inventory of primary and secondary inventory points using bar coding equipment on a predetermined schedule that will allow for timely replenishment orders. Resolves differences between records and physical count of stock. Distributes items according to established or ad hoc requirements in computerized inventory management systems such as GIP. Utilizes a pager or similar device to expedite the pick/delivery of items needed in user areas throughout the VA HCS and supported catchment area. Fills requests for items based on daily schedules of need or on an emergent basis as appropriate.
• Delivers supplies in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring supplies and materials delivered are in sterile and operational condition. Deliveries will be to wards, clinics, and other secondary locations that may be in remote sites. Delivery by motor vehicle may be required.
• Completes specialty cart preparation and stocking.
• Cleans assigned secondary areas (shelves and bins) in accordance with aseptic principles as published in infection control guidelines, local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Joint Commission standards as scheduled.
• Supports wall-to-wall and periodic inventories.
• As needed, assists in other functional areas of the Section and performs other duties as assigned.
• Receives supplies and materials into the VA Health Care System and supports the catchment area. Unpacks/uncrates supplies from shipping cartons; properly stores supplies and materials in main/primary inventory areas. Stores items in accordance with established guidelines, utilizing a computerized inventory system, to ensure sterility and integrity of the supplies and material and the data integrity of the inventory management system. Through periodic inventory and discussion with ward and clinical personnel, maintains stock levels, returns reusable supplies to the distribution area, and informs clinic and ward personnel on new or changed items and supplies, current medical supply resources, and shelf life. Performs other duties as assigned.
• Manages space and storage in accordance with VA regulations for a specific commodity or equipment group, such as general supplies, construction materials, medical supplies, and high-value items.
• Receives, stores, and moves hazardous and toxic materials and substances, such as certain types of chemicals or radioactive materials, in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements. Work is performed throughout the medical center and supported catchment areas, which include wards, storage buildings, and warehouses that range from a clean environment to hot, cold, drafty, and poorly lit. The possibility of trips, falls, scrapes, cuts, bruises, or injuries is present in the day-to-day work of the position. Work requires stocking supplies in the primary inventory area as well as numerous secondary inventory points throughout the hospital work area, including wards, clinics, operating rooms, warehouses, and nursing areas.
• Work requires maintaining a clean environment while performing tasks that can produce dust or other infectious pollutants while transitioning between environments

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an SPS technician, including knowledge and experience with safe handling, storage, and distribution of supplies.
• Prefer previous VA experience.
• Must have the ability to learn the VA computer system.
• Must have knowledge of JC, AMMI, HIPPA, AORN,
• FDA and OSHA recommendations, regulations, and standards of practice.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. IAHCSMM certification or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in English. Must be a US citizen.
• The Contractor shall have reasonable knowledge of VA's computer system.

The Ravens Group is an “equal opportunity employer/veteran/disability” organization.

Company Description

The Ravens Group is a, CVE-verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in Government Contracting and Consulting. Our corporate headquarters is located in Annapolis, Maryland. The Ravens Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and/of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Company Description

The Ravens Group is a, CVE-verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business specializing in Government Contracting and Consulting. Our corporate headquarters is located in Annapolis, Maryland. The Ravens Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and/of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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