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Summary Incumbent will perform transporter duties across the healthcare system, to include the Uptown and Downtown division, Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs), or other medical facilities that conduct business with our health care system. This includes operation of large vehicles. The incumbent performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization, distribution, and inspection of Reusable Medical Devices (RMD). Responsibilities Major duties and responsibilities, however, not limited to, are as follows: Clean, decontaminate, and reprocess flexible and rigid endoscopes according to the MIFU. Clean, visually inspect, and leak test all flexible endoscopes and choose the correct method of reprocessing (HLD, Steam sterilize, or Sterrad). Documents all items highly disinfected utilizing chemical disinfecting agents and checking and documenting efficacy of solution. Monitors expiration dates of endoscopes and pull scopes expiring for reprocessing. Determines appropriate method of cleaning, decontamination, and sterilization of critical and semi-critical RMD to prevent cross-contamination while avoiding damage to the equipment. Disassemble instruments/equipment, remove gross contamination, manually wash and decontaminate instruments according to the MIFU. The incumbent will inspect instruments in the preparation area, assemble trays and reprocess reusable medical devices according to the MIFU. Prepares surgical Case carts and notifies Lead and or supervisor of missing items. The incumbent will deliver reprocessed RMD to the appropriate service. This includes operation of large vehicles, and case carts. The incumbent stores issues and maintains locator records on all SPS cycled equipment. The incumbent advises medical personnel on proper use of equipment. Incumbent must be knowledgeable of and adhere to all SPS policies/procedures/SOP 's in performance of duties. Reusable Medical Device (RMD) The incumbent will have knowledge of the processes for Reusable Medical Device (RMD) as required by this position. RMD is any medical device designed by the manufacturer to be used on multiple patients. All personnel who are involved with the reprocessing of RMD must have documented training in the setup, reprocessing, and maintenance of specific equipment. Validation of competency will be done, minimally, on an annual basis. All employees have the responsibility of reprocessing reusable medical device can suspend the reuse of any RMD if they suspect that the device was not properly cleaned, disinfected or sterilized according to SOP and manufacturers guidelines. The incumbent will be required to maintain current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RMD appropriate to this position. The incumbent will be able to demonstrate their ability to utilize an acceptable proficiency in the use of RMD appropriate to this position. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 3:30pm to 12:00am Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 54357F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements 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, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. 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