The Medical Instrument Technician (GI)-Surgical Technician (Operating Room) assigned to the Danville Veterans Health Care System is responsible for handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical and GI procedures such as: endoscopy, colonoscopy, cytology, digestive tract biopsies, hemorrhoid banding, Argon Plasma coagulation, esophageal biopsy, esophageal dilation, esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG), polypectomies, and sigmoidoscopy.

Duties

The Medical Instrument Technician (GI)-Surgical Technician (Operating Room) will also be responsible for handling sterile instrumentation, supplies, and equipment during General Surgery, Urology, Podiatry and Ophthalmology surgical procedures such as: inguinal hernia repairs, hemorrhoidectomies, carpal tunnel release, vasectomies, cystoscopic procedures, bunionectomies, and cataract removal with intraocular lens implantation. Duties include but are not limited to: Assists the staff with a multitude of basic procedures in Endoscopy, Surgery, Urology Clinic, and Surgery Clinic. Prepares procedural rooms for the performance of GI procedures. Sets up GI procedure rooms with all required items for each procedure such as video equipment, endoscopes, endoscope flushing system, image management systems, Fluoroscopy/x-ray, computers and monitors, cautery units, and reprocessing equipment. Prepares procedural rooms for the performance of outpatient surgical procedures. Opens supplies and instrumentation maintaining sterile technique for all surgical procedures. Assists and collects all specimens. Prepares and processes Critical, Semi Critical and Non-Critical Reusable Medical Devices (RMD) in accordance with appropriate Standard Operating Procedures. Responsible for inventory and maintain par levels of specialty equipment for the endoscopy and surgical units. Observes and responds promptly to each stage of the GI and Surgical procedures and anticipates the needs of the physician and/or registered nurse by maintaining a high level of concentration for extended periods of time. Obtains documents and communicates technical data to the RN and Physician. Practices principles of sterile and aseptic technique preparing instruments, utilizing universal precautions and follows all Infection control policies and procedures, when handling specimens, supplies, and equipment; as well as follows all RMD reprocessing protocol for high level of disinfection. Prepares procedure room for the performance of a GI or surgical procedure. Assists the GI and Ambulatory Surgical Team members with care of the patient, i.e., positioning, prepping, and obtaining supplies. Applies various monitoring equipment, i.e., BP/P/O2Sat/ECG, etc., when assisting with patient procedure preparation. Transports sedated/non-sedated patients to/from Admit/Recovery via gurney/WC safely. Assists the physician, and/or registered nurse with instrumentation necessary to perform the required procedure and treatment such as obtaining biopsies, brushings, performing polypectomies, inflation of balloon dilators, and injection of contrast solutions during GI procedures. Prepares diagnostic biopsy specimens, assessing the adequacy of each, and placing in appropriate specimen bottle with appropriate labeling to meet pathology laboratory specifications during procedures. Identifies, initiates, and implements input into new policies and procedures related to GI Endoscopy and Surgery. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday - 7:00am-3:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: Citizenship. Citizenship of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g, this part.) English Language Proficiency. Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: GS- 6 Experience: : At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-5) which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the duties of the position to be filled. Experience includes: Working with procedures which are routine and standardized in nature. Explaining the procedure to the patient to secure the patient's confidence and cooperation; position patients for procedures; and restock linen and consumable supplies. Setting-up, cleaning, and ensuring proper performance of the endoscopic equipment; and preparing the procedure rooms for turn-over, adhering to universal precautions and SOPs. Logging procedure and reprocessing data, adhering to patient privacy and information security policy. In addition the candidate demonstrate the following technical KSAs: Ability to set up endoscopy equipment, ensuring endoscopes and ancillary equipment functions properly. Ability to aid the physician with standard and routine procedures such as colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy in order to assist practitioner with routine standardized gastroenterology procedures. 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. Ability to reprocess and maintain specialty critical reusable medical equipment (RME), following approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and universal precautions. Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data, adhering to patient privacy and information security policies. Ability to manually clean and disinfect non-critical reusable equipment and surfaces, dispose of one-time-use equipment and trash per facility policy, and restock supplies such as linens, suction equipment, and cleaning products. GS-7.Experience. At least one year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-6) which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the duties of the position to be filled. Experience includes working with proper performance of endoscopic and surgical equipment and procedures. Functioning with minimal instruction, assisting the staff with complex specialized procedures such as ERCP. Working with GI endoscopic equipment and ensure proper performance of endoscopic equipment; selecting alternate equipment or adjusting equipment settings to accommodate patient needs and produce high quality technique. Collecting, processing, and labeling all specimens; training other technicians in basic endoscopic and surgical procedures; working in and outside the GI unit offering technician support during emergent endoscopic and surgical cases; and assisting the nurse in patient care duties such as obtaining vital signs, dressing and documenting all pertinent information in the patient's records. Monitoring inventory and maintaining par levels of specialty equipment for the endoscopy unit. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs: Knowledge of endoscopic equipment and use in basic and complex endoscopic procedures. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the GI system, with ability to recognize and report obvious abnormalities during procedures. Ability to assist physician with specialized, complex procedures. Knowledge of universal precautions and disinfection techniques and ability to follow SOP's to clean reusable medical equipment (RME). Ability to collaborate, communicate, and demonstrate customer service skills and interpersonal skills with all healthcare professionals to ensure quality and continuity of care. Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data, adhering to patient privacy and information security policies. Ability to deliver patient care, including vital sign measurements and medication administration. Certification. No certification is required; however, it is desirable that candidates at this level have BLS certification. References: VA Handbook 5005/54 Part II Appendix G27 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Danville VA Medical Center 1900 East Main Street Danville, IL 61832 US
• Name: Erica Collins
• Phone: 4147128122
• Email: [email protected]