Medical Instrument Technician MIT/GI
Location: Boston Massachusetts
Description: Department Of Veterans Affairs is hiring Medical Instrument Technician MIT/GI right now, this job will be placed in Massachusetts. More complete informations about this job opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. *** POSITION IS LOCATED AT THE JAMAICA PLAIN, MA CAMPUS ***
Service: Nursing
Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 88089! 1
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?
As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities and leadership positions at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the Nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries.
Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
Who May Apply:
• Open to all U.S. Citizens KEY REQUIREMENTS
U. S. Citizenship
Must pass pre-employment exami! nation
English Language Proficiency required
Designate! d and-or Random Drug Testing required
Background and-or Security Investigation required DUTIES:
The Medical Instrument Technician (MIT/GI Tech), is a member of the endoscopy team. The MIT/GI technician performs a number of complex tasks and operates a variety of complex equipment and devices. The MIT/GI Technician provides assistance to the patient, physician and other members during endoscopy procedures. The technician MUST be an active member of the team, participating with the team members in planning and implementing complex procedures under the general supervision of the team.The MIT/GI Tech. will function as a primary technician responsible for handling instruments, supplies and equipment during all diagnostic and complex endoscopic procedures such as but not limited to; esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), colonoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and endoscopic ultrasound. The MIT/GI Tech. will also function as a primary or ! secondary technician assisting in therapeutic procedures such as but not limited to: endoscopic sphincterotomy, feeding tube placement, dilation of strictures of the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon and biliary system, stent placement and fine needle aspiration.The MIT must have knowledge of manufacturerÂ's instructions and VA Boston Healthcare System Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to pre-cleaning, decontamination and/or sterilization (as applicable) of any reusable medical equipment used in the performance of their duties.
WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00am.-4:30pm. (hours may vary depending of the needs of the service)
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT # 904400, 904410
NOTE: This position is an AFGE Bargaining Unit position.
NOTE: This position is covered by locality-based comparability pay.
NOTE: Travel and relocation expenses are not authorized.
NOTE: Selectee may be required to work at any Boston Healt! hcare System campus, as needed.
NOTE: Candidates who meet th! e qualification requirements within 15 calendar days following the closing date of the announcement will be considered. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
The basic requirements for employment as a VA Medical Instrument Technician are prescribed by statute, VA Handbook 5005/54 PART II APPENDIX G27/G29. All applicants for the position of Medical Instrument Technician in VHA, to qualify for appointment, must:
a. Citizenship: Be a citizen of the United States.
b. Education: There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-5 levels. See the grade requirement of this standard for information regarding educational substitutions.
c. Licensure or Certification: Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills and abilities.
GS-6:
At least one year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level
which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the duties
of the position to be filled.
GS-7-:
At least one year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level
which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the duties
of the position to be filled. This would
be experience which provided knowledge of proper performance of endoscopic
equipment and procedures.
Specialized Experience
Experience that equipped the applicant
with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully
the duties of the position, and that is in or related to the work of the
position to be filled. This
would be experience which provided knowledge of proper performance of
endoscopic equipment and procedures.
APPLICANTS MEETING THE QUALIFICATION STANDARDS WILL B! E EVALUATED ON THE FOLLOWING KSAs FOR THE GS-6 LEVEL:
1. Abili! ty to set up endoscopy equipment, ensuring endoscopes and ancillary equipment functions properly.
2. Ability to aid the physician with standard and routine procedures such as colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD).
3. Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy in order to assist practitioner with routine standardized gastroenterology procedures.
4. Ability to interact with patients explaining procedures and positioning the patient for the procedure, recognizing disabilities or impaired mobility and assisting the patient as necessary.
5. Ability to reprocess and maintain specialty critical reusable medical equipment (RME), following approved Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) and universal precautions.
6. Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data, adhering to patient privacy and information security policies.
7. Ability to manually clean and disinfect non-critical reusable equipment an! d surfaces, dispose of one-time-use equipment and trash per facility policy, and restock supplies such as linens, suction equipment, and cleaning products.
APPLICANTS MEETING THE QUALIFICATION STANDARDS WILL BE EVALUATED ON THE FOLLOWING KSAs FOR THE GS-7 LEVEL:
1. Knowledge of endoscopic equipment and use in basic and complex endoscopic procedures.
2. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the GI system, with ability to recognize and report obvious abnormalities during procedures.
3. Ability to assist physician with specialized, complex procedures.
4. Knowledge of universal precautions and disinfection techniques and ability to follow SOP's to clean reusable medical equipment (RME).
5. Ability to collaborate, communicate, and demonstrate customer service skills and interpersonal skills with all healthcare professionals to ensure quality and continuity of care.
6. Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record pati! ent and endoscopic data, adhering to patient privacy and information se! curity policies.
7. Ability to deliver patient care, including vital sign measurements and medication administration.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the position. The basis on which agencies may establish specific medical standards or physical requirements is discussed in 5 CFR 339. A physical condition or impairment may be disqualifying for employment only if there is a direct relationship between the condition and the nature of the duties of the specific position being filled.
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only att! endance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
Veterans' Preference:
When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on their application or résumé. Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must complete an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference. Veterans who are still in the service may be granted tentative preference on the basis of information contain! ed in their applications, but they must produce a DD Form 214 or other ! proof prior to appointment to document entitlement to preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/veterans.aspx . HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome. BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we off! er a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp .
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. OTHER INFORMATION:
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
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This job starts available on: Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:29:15 GMT