Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent The position is assigned to the VA Medical Center and has an active inpatient implant care coordination and outpatient treatment program and inventory responsibility which includes, but is not limited to: Prosthetic and Sensory Aids, Fabrication Lab for Orthotic and Prosthetics, Audiology & Speech Pathology, Visual Impairment Services Team, Spinal Cord Injury, Cochlear Implant Team, Polytrauma Amputee Network Center, Rehabilitation Medicine, Medicine Service, Surgical Service, Ophthalmology, Dental Service, Podiatry, Women's Clinic and Orthopedic Services. Duties include but are not limited to: The position performs independent technical level purchasing support adhering to the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Veteran Affairs Acquisition Regulations (VAAR), all applicable Veteran Health Administration (VHA) Directives and Memorandums, Prosthetics Directives and Handbooks, VISN policy and station memorandums to acquire Veteran-specific medical equipment, supplies and services based on a medical providers clinical assessment and evaluation of the Veteran's medical condition. Functions include but are not limited to; rentals to meet the outpatient medical needs of the services, all outpatient durable medical equipment and supplies, rehabilitation equipment, mobility, and daily living aids, neuro-sensory, home oxygen, inpatient surgical implants, and supplies. The position performs the process of vetting and vendorizing following Veteran Health Administration (VHA) Prosthetics guidelines to complete purchases for items that aren't available through established vendor networks. Independently using guidance, direction, and direct use of policies and guidelines, position provides patient care and support services to an adult population and serves as the point of contact for external customer service inventory needs and support. The position must tailor the patient care/support services to meet the specialized need(s) of the individual patient and the clinical service it supports. Independently, using guidance, direction and direct use of policies and guidelines, the incumbent reviews for discrepancies or loopholes in lengthy specifications or statements of work that are very detailed, or otherwise difficult to understand. The position must evaluate many different specifications or statements of work and work with the vendor on corrections to ensure the proper piece of medical equipment is purchased. 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. Total Rewards Brochure: Purchasing Agent Work Schedule: Monday through Friday; 7:30am-4:00pm; Subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Purchasing Agent/ PDS0101A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized #J-18808-Ljbffr