The incumbent provides guidance and technical direction necessary for accomplishing the work of the team to ensures that all Team Members know their assignments and responsibilities and monitors to see work is completed accurately and on time.

Duties

The VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define "who we are," our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence ("I CARE"). 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. DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation. Major Duties: Functions as a health technician with Outpatient Surgery Clinics. Taking vital signs and observing and assist with patient intake for appointments. Assisting with examinations, diagnostic, therapeutic test and other outpatient surgical procedures. Performing the collection and labeling of laboratory specimens, per VA protocols and policy. Reporting and recording significant signs, symptoms, or behavioral changes observed in the patient. Assist as a Health technician with duties in the other Outpatient surgery clinics as directed by charge nurse. Using aseptic techniques principles. Transporting patients to required destinations. Communication ( oral and written) and interpersonal relations, including the ability to relate to internal and external customers appropriately and courteously. Maintain confidentially of patients/employees' information per VA policy. Effectively responds to telephone and personal inquiries regarding customer' benefits and location of services available at the Medical Center. Other duties as assigned. *If selected at a lower grade, duties will be adjusted to the appropriate grade level selected for. Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, times vary Position Description Title/PD#: Health Technician (OA)/PD04477A and PD02893-A Physical Requirements: Good hearing and visual acuity are required. The work involves standing long hours, walking, bending, and reaching on a routine basis. The work requires the incumbent be mobile throughout the Medical Center as needed, involving standing, walking, bending, pushing, and lifting (moderate to heavy). The incumbent must be capable of prolonged standing/walking and be physically capable of pushing equipment, and escorting patients that maybe in wheelchairs and/or gurneys. Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job
• Subject to a background/suitability investigation
• Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
• May serve a probationary period
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-05 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the federal service); experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience includes: Knowledge of Phlebotomy as related to specimen procurement and handling procedures; Knowledge and skill required monitoring patient's physical and psychological response to the procedure; Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the structures involved in blood drawing, i.e., veins, nerves, skin, etc.; Knowledge and skills to use electronic medical records or other medical center computer program for retrieving patient information; Knowledge and skill in transporting patients to ensure their safety; Knowledge of interpersonal skills to maintain good working relationship with a variety of professional staff, non-professional staff, patients, and their families; Knowledge of current laboratory specimen regulations/requirements; Knowledge of point of care testing procedures. For example, whole blood glucose testing and occult blood testing. OR Possess a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with courses related to the occupation (TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE PROVIDED).OR Possess a combination of related education and appropriate specialized experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position. (Transcripts must be uploaded). GS-06 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the federal service); experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience includes: Knowledge of all types of substance abuse and psychiatric disorders, and skills sufficient to utilize appropriate therapeutic treatment modalities, which enables the employee to initiate and maintain effective relationships with patients. (This experience must be well documented in your resume.). OR Successfully completed half a year of graduate education (9 semester hours or equivalent), or internship directly related to the position with a major that included courses directly related to the work of this position. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. (TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE PROVIDED). OR Possess an equivalent combination of successfully graduate level education and specialized experience, as described above, which meet the total qualification requirements for this grade level. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. (TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE PROVIDED). To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 60 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-5/6. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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; religions; 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.

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.

Contacts

• Address Las Vegas VA Medical Center 6900 North Pecos Road North Las Vegas, NV 89086 US
• Name: Yesenia Nery
• Phone: 910-488-2120 X1273
• Email: [email protected]