The Assistant Chief reports to the Chief of Sterile Processing within Patient Care Services Section at Harry S. Truman VA Hospital in Columbia, MO. This position works primarily independently and refers only problems with difficulty to the supervisor for discussion and advice. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Experience and/or Education: Experience. Six months of experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work or provides an understanding of the work; or Education. One year above high school that included at least 6 semester hours in health care