Program Specialist

Program SpecialistThe duties of the Program Specialist may include but are not limited to the following:Incumbent will monitor and make recommendations to replace end of life equipment.Reviews requests for supplies from customers and provides supporting documentation as necessary.Contacts vendors to attain quotes for items to be requested. Validates quotes for accuracy consulting the requesting subject matter experts when necessary.Researches and prepares documentation of salient characteristics, market research, sole source requirements, like or exact requirements, item descriptions, justification, reusable medical equipment (RME) cleaning instructions, Instructions for Use (IFU), and technical specifications.Independently develops performance work statements and objectives, cost benefit analysis, gap analysis, sole source justifications, past performance, quality assurance surveillance plans (QASP), market research, independent government estimates, evaluation criteria, options, funding, delivery schedules, lead times, and reporting requirements.Reviews procurement documents for accuracy, adequacy, and completeness to ensure final documents are acceptable.Works collaboratively with clinical chiefs, healthcare professionals at affiliates or within the community to discuss clinical needs to develop health resources, direct sharing agreements with Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs), and Department of Defense (DoD) organizational components.Coordinates with legal counsel to resolve unique situation that may impact procurement actions if needed.Monitors contract expenditures requiring funds control.Performs equipment, instrumentation, consignment, and scope audits to ensure compliancy with VA policy and will develop a quality assurance program to identify and correct issues related to all Surgical and Anesthesia acquisitions.Performs other duties as assigned.Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pmCompressed/Flexible: noTelework: This position may be authorized for ad-hoc telework.Virtual: This is not a virtual position.Position Description/PD#: Program Specialist/ PD12923A and PD12922AThe VA Salt Lake City Health Care System mission is: "To fulfill President Lincoln's promise to care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors." We accomplish this by serving and honoring the Veterans of the intermountain west. We offer a balance of professional and clinical complexity that stimulates growth, but still also allows the professional an opportunity to enjoy life outside of work.The health care system serves 70,000 Veterans in Utah, Idaho, and Nevada with the George E. Wahlen VA Medical Center and 10 community clinics. The medical center is a teaching a hospital, with state-of-the-art technology, education and research, making it an ideal career choice for many clinical and administrative professionals.Our main facility is in Salt Lake City at the base of the Wasatch Mountains and adjacent to the University of Utah. Salt Lake is close to five National Parks, creating limitless year-around outdoor recreation. Dubbed the "Silicon Slopes," the area has a buzzing technology scene, performing arts scene, and a diverse culture. Salt Lake offers the perfect mix of social activity, modern businesses and family life, making it an ideal location to start a career, raise a family, or ease into retirement.If you are interested in a career that offers an integrated patient-centered approach while providing compassionate and state of the art care to Veterans, we welcome you to apply.