Resourceful Specialist offering expertise in problem-solving, data analysis and customer service. Adept at quickly learning new technologies and processes for driving success. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects and developing innovative solutions. Self starter needing minimal to no supervision.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
ACQUISITION UTILIZATION SPECIALIST - GS 1102
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (This is a federal job)
04.2018 - Current
As an acquisition utilization specialist, worked as the medical center liaison and advisor on all Lab, Human Resources, Supply Chain Management and Home Oxygen contracts, programs, and services
Knowledgeable of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) ,VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR), and other procurement law
Collaborated with administrative and clinical services on the development of new requirements packages, pre and post award monitor of all assigned contracts
Monitored quality assurance surveillance plans (QUASP) ensuring vendors were providing adequate service to veterans and facility
Developed and monitored the closeout and possible de-obligation of unused funds remaining on contracts
Currently have contracting officer representative (COR) II certification
Was the COR of the dental prosthetics contract and a voting member of the Home Oxygen Respiratory Care Committee with emphasis on contract monitoring for that contract
Monitored 23 service contracts and developed approximately 10 major equipment procurement packages yearly for the Alaska VA Healthcare System
Involved directly with facility leadership and service line supervisors in developing their contract needs with assisting in cost benefit analysis, statement of work, QUASP, and all required documentation require for the procurement package
Procurement packages are reviewed completely by myself and my team to ensure accuracy prior to upload to contracting via FORCE
All funding documents (2237's) for these procurements were entered and tracked by me after all procurement documents have been submitted in FORCE
Additional duties were timekeeper, alternate approving official, add vendor coordinator, and facility recall coordinator, facility undelivered orders coordinator
Assisted all facility government purchase card holders with any issues they may have
Provided one on one training with COR's and government purchase cardholders on an as needed basis
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs, Vista and CPRS.
PROSTHETICS REPRESENTATIVE
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (This is a federal job)
03.2014 - 04.2018
As the medical center liaison and advisor on all Prosthetics contracts, programs, and services, effectively serviced veterans, the Alaska VA Healthcare System, and the Department of the VA
Collaborated with administrative and clinical services on pre and post award with the Home Oxygen, Durable Medical and eyeglass fitting contracts
Monitored quality assurance surveillance plans (QUASP) ensuring vendors were providing adequate service to veterans and facility
Maintained contracting officer representative (COR) II certification
COR of the home oxygen contract and durable medical equipment contract.
Member on the VISN 20 Prosthetics work group developing a statement of work (SOW) for new home oxygen and durable medical equipment contracts
Administered and advised veterans, clinical staff, and facility leadership on various programs and committees
Managed program funding documents (1358's and 2237's) while performing purchasing agent duties
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs, CPRS, Vista, Roes, and Vista Suite computer programs
PURCHASING AGENT
DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS (This is a federal job)
10.2001 - 03.2014
Primary duties included the purchasing and issuing of all prosthetics issued items to eligible veterans within the state of Alaska
Worked hand in hand with clinic staff to determine item availability, order status, and additional requirements
Managed inventory to ensure stock availability and compliance with mandates
Also performed timekeeping, receiving and shipping of items, and acted as the Prosthetics Representative during the absence of the Prosthetics Representative
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs, CPRS, Vista, Roes, and Vista Suite computer programs.
LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR
APRIA HEALTHCARE
08.1998 - 09.2001
Responsible for ordering, purchasing, receiving, and distribution of home medical supplies and durable medical equipment for the entire state of Alaska
Provided employee and patient training on durable medical equipment and performed troubleshooting and repairs
Managed inventory and ensured compliance with regulations and controls.
Managed and maintained Department of Veterans Affairs durable medical equipment for use by veterans.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs
ASSISTANT MANAGER
7-11 TESORO
10.1995 - 08.1998
Provided customer service, scheduled employees, managed cash control and deposits, and handled purchasing, receiving, and stocking for the store
Provided training to new employees and continued training to all staff.
HOSPITAL FOOD SERVICE SPECIALIST
UNITED STATES ARMY
07.1983 - 10.1995
Performed various roles in the United States Army, including Operations Sergeant, Garrison Commanders Detail, Hospital Food Service Sergeant, Company Operations Sergeant, Correctional Officer, and Hospitalized Prisoner Ward
Responsibilities included supervision, training, maintenance of equipment, patient care, and administrative tasks.
Education
Some college (no degree) -
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF AURORA
High school diploma or equivalent -
JACKSONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
05.1993
Skills
Customer Relations
Expert Problem Solving
Documentation Management
Quality Assurance
Management collaboration
Proficient in Microsoft Office word, excel, powerpoint, teams and VISTA
Process Improvement
Data Analysis
Process Analysis
Desired Locations
Surprise, Arizona, United States
Job Related Training
See attached Cornerstone on Demand (CSOD) Transcript Report Reynolds COR - AUS
See attached VA Talent Management System (TMS) Transcript Reynolds
12/10/2017, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR PERFORMANCE
01/08/2017, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR PERFORMANCE
12/08/2015, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR PERFORMANCE
12/19/2014, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR PERFORMANCE
01/05/2011, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR PERFORMANCE
12/29/2009, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR PERFORMANCE
03/15/2007, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR PERFORMANCE
09/05/2006, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR CONTRIBUTION
07/10/2006, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR CONTRIBUTION
11/10/2004, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR CONTRIBUTION
09/30/2003, INDIVIDUAL CASH AWARD - FOR PERFORMANCE
Evening Phone
907-440-0751
Availability
Permanent, Telework, Full-time
Day Phone
907-440-0751
Awards
HERO Award, Veterans Administrations highest National award to a group for excellence and their high reliability through our demonstration of Veterans Administrations core values in action. Veterans Administration HERO Award., 05/2023
Acknowledged by VISN 20 SCM leadership, for my role in the development of a draft Acquisition Utilization Specialist standard operation procedure (SOP) where one has not been developed nationally.
Scott Buttles, RETIRED, VISN 20 Supervisory Prosthetics Representative, 503-547-4750
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
ACQUISITION UTILIZATION SPECIALIST - GS 1102
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (This is a federal job)
04.2018 - Current
PROSTHETICS REPRESENTATIVE
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (This is a federal job)
03.2014 - 04.2018
PURCHASING AGENT
DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS (This is a federal job)
10.2001 - 03.2014
LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR
APRIA HEALTHCARE
08.1998 - 09.2001
ASSISTANT MANAGER
7-11 TESORO
10.1995 - 08.1998
HOSPITAL FOOD SERVICE SPECIALIST
UNITED STATES ARMY
07.1983 - 10.1995
Some college (no degree) -
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF AURORA
High school diploma or equivalent -
JACKSONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL
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