The Orlando VA Medical Center is recruiting for a Medical Instrument Technician - Gastroenterology (GI), assigned to Nursing, Perioperative, Viera VA Clinic. The incumbent provides assistance in endoscopic procedures, such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), colonoscopy, retrograde cholangiopancreatography, and endoscopic ultrasound. The incumbent ensures proper performance of equipment, set up equipment, and reprocess endoscopic reusable medical equipment (RME).

Duties

Duties include but not limited to: Assist staff with complex specialized procedures such as Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) and Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS). Proficient with GI endoscopic equipment and ensuring the proper performance of endoscopic equipment. Collects, processes, and labels all specimens. Trains other technicians in basic endoscopic procedures. Works in and outside the GI unit offering technician support during emergent and on-call endoscopic cases; and assist the nurse in patient care duties such as obtaining vital signs, dressing and documenting all pertinent information in the patient's record. Prepare procedural rooms for the performance of GI endoscopic and pulmonary procedures. Works with physician and RN to verify correct patient and procedures and educate patients in the procedure to be performed. Assists in obtaining biopsies brushing, polypectomy and inflation of balloon dilators. Prepares diagnostic biopsy specimens, assessing the adequacy of each, properly orienting the biopsy and placing in proper specimen bottle with appropriate labeling. Performs direct patient support work including personal patient care. Performs routine maintenance checks and minor repairs of endoscopic and other equipment in accordance with manufacture guidelines. Ensure proper cleaning and disinfection of endoscopy room, procedural tables and stretchers, pre-cleaning of endoscopes, endoscopic accessories, and other reusable medical equipment (RME) in accordance with infection control guidelines and manufacturer specifications. Maintains adequate inventory of supplies in endoscopy rooms. Assists in training medical students, nursing students, and new GI/Endoscopy staff in the operation of equipment, proper techniques, handling of instruments, and GI Procedures. Participates in GI quality improvement activities. Provides general clerical/administrative support to the unit; assist/coordinates scheduling for procedures; confirms appointments with patients, reinforces teaching regarding compliance with bowel preps, procedural expectations, post procedure instructions and follow-up. Complies with guidelines, directives, medical center policies and procedures which pertain to the function of the Gastro-Intestinal (GI) Endoscopy lab; guidelines include written or oral descriptions of standard tests and treatment procedures, instructions from the physician or supervisor, instrument manuals and manufacturer documents. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:00 am - 3:30 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #:80508F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): 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: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency: Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Policy. 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 Determination: GS-7 GI Technician (Full Performance Level) Experience. At least 1 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. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 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 patient and endoscopic data, adhering to patient privacy and information security policies. 7. Ability to deliver patient care, including vital sign measurements and medication administration. Preferred Experience: GI Procedures References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G27. Medical Instrument Technician Qualification Standard The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-07. Physical Requirements: High levels of physical energy and stamina are needed to cope with the demands of this rigorous job. Good strength and well development musculoskeletal function are necessary for occasional lifting, positioning, or transferring of sedated patients. Highly refined dexterity is necessary to handle demands of sophisticated procedural equipment. Excellent visual skills are necessary for evaluation of clinical status of patient and adequacy of small biopsy specimens.

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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Orlando VA Medical Center 13800 Veterans Way Orlando, FL 32827 US
• Name: Rodney Robinson
• Email: [email protected]