The position serves as a Simulation Operation Specialist and reports to the Supervisory Project Manager (SimOps), and works independently with VAPAHCS Clinical Educator and the Simulation Center staff and leadership to execute the educational, technical and the operational aspects of clinical simulation training and education in a Simulation Center.

Duties

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-11. At the GS-9 grade level, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-11. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher level work, and availability of funds. The VA Convergence Center (VC2) is our new center that brings together diverse resources, expertise, and technologies to support our staff in the development and introduction of the best and most advanced healthcare for our Veterans. The broader mission is that together, we can build the healthcare system of the future, and have a broad positive impact across the VA and beyond. Our new center incorporates local and national teams that is led by the Deputy Chief of Staff: Innovation, Advanced Analytics, Informatics, and Simulation. Designed to break down barriers and act as a catalyst, VC2 includes expertise in innovation, modernization, advanced analytics, diagnostics, informatics, simulation, external collaborations, as well as cutting-edge technology such as wearables, sensors, haptics, 5G, cloud computing, AR, VR, 3DP, digital twin, and robotics. Performs planning, developing, implementing, evaluating and consulting on a variety of programs to accomplish the results-oriented outcomes.. Manages the Set Up and Take Down of various activities in the simulation center and activities that occur in situ (in the real clinical environment). Independently manages mannequin-based and Standardized Patient (SP) simulation exercises. Provides technical support for a wide variety of highly sophisticated and complex simulation equipment including anatomic models, task trainers, screen-based simulators, full-body computerized patient simulators and virtual reality systems; troubleshoots, diagnoses, and remedies user issues, equipment failure, and network interface problems. Operates mannequins, AV system and medical equipment during simulations. Anticipates and/or troubleshoots any issues related to the simulation exercises before, during and after exercises as necessary, and provide documentation of such issues. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment following manufacturers recommendations; ensures warranties and service contracts are honored. Works with hospital biomedical engineering for troubleshooting or installing medical equipment in the Simulation Center. Orients faculty and simulation instructors to the principles of simulation training and debriefing techniques. Functions as the expert in healthcare simulation operations including the educational methodologies and the technical operations. Makes recommendations on integration of new equipment and technology. Conducts end of course and/or study evaluations. Conducts tours and clinical simulation sessions for internal/external groups and/or individuals. Participates in developing, organizing and conducting educational courses or events that use clinical simulation technologies. Manages the use of simulation resources, demonstrating knowledge and experience with Windows/Mac file sharing applications, as well as the ability to independently plan and organize work, manage priorities, and utilize available resources. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Requirements

Qualifications

GS-9 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience that equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes: Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s); supervising or administering a training program; development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results; work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis; experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction; learning modalities and conducting provide hands on training in a healthcare or clinical setting; understanding of assessment evaluation criteria; programs and activities in order to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the educational/training needs. OR SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE (Transcript Required): Successful completion of a have a Master's, or equivalent degree or have you successfully completed two (2) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a degree in Education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. You MUST provide a copy of your transcripts or proof with your application package. OR COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (Transcript Required): having a percentage of specialized experience as describe in A and a percentage of graduate education in excess of more than one (1) year as described in B when combined, equals at least 100%. Transcripts must be submitted with application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. GS -11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Requires at least one (1) year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level in the Federal Service and would have demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and the methods and techniques of instruction. Specialized experience includes: Examples of qualifying experience includes: Teaching or instructing in an adult education program, secondary school, college, military installation, or industrial establishment in the appropriate field(s); supervising or administering a training program; development or review of training/course materials, aids, devices, etc., and evaluation of training results; work in the occupation or subject-matter field of the position to be filled that required training or instructing others on a regular basis; delivering simulation based training in a healthcare setting; and assisting learners and faculty in the use of clinical simulation equipment. (Resume(s) must clearly support the duties and experience required for this position. We will not make assumptions regarding experience.) -OR- SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED): Requires successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. Education must include a major study in education, or a subject area related to the position to be filled. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work. -OR- COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED): Requires equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate-level education and specialized experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements. Only education in excess of a master's degree (excess of 36 semester hours) may be used for this requirement. You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: Administration and ManagementEducation and TrainingTechnical Competence IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

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 Palo Alto VA Medical Center 3801 Miranda Avenue Palo Alto, CA 94304 US
• Name: VHA National Recruitment Center
• Phone: (844)456-5208
• Email: [email protected]