The Housekeeping Aid Work Leader at the Dayton VA Medical Center (VAMC), Dayton, Ohio will lead a variety of duties of the Sanitation Section of the Environmental Management Service (EMS), leading WG-1, WG-2 Housekeeping Aids, and various Compensated Work Therapy Patients.

Duties

Duties Include: Disassembles medical equipment as necessary for disinfection, including such complex items as Spirometers, Humidifiers, suction pumps, IV monitors, electronic thermometers, feeding pumps, and oxygen equipment, these duties require skilled, careful handling of parts and the complete elimination of dust particles, lint or other visible contaminants. Performs for extended periods of time while standing, stooping, or lifting. Moves furniture. Provides guidance and directs the work of assigned employees, evaluates completed work. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 pounds and occasionally objects over 50 pounds. Operates and cleans industrial type power cleaning equipment including burnishers, buffing machines, auto scrubbers, vacuum cleaners, ride on scrubbers. Resolve problems during the completion of work in accordance with instructions, policies, previous training, or accepted practices in the occupation. Routinely assists in planning, coordinating and scheduling employees to ensure all assigned areas receive adequate coverage. Routinely assists in the maintenance of current and accurate records including but not limited to: quality reporting, CMR inventory, employee training and daily reports. Use computer systems to input work requests, time and attendance for housekeeping staff in absence of the supervisor. Work Schedule: To be determined by selecting official. Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Work Leader - Environmental Management Service (EMS)/PD91301A. Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/02/2024. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Lead or SupervisePhysical Strength and AgilityUse and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWork Practices 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. 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. Physical Requirements: The position requires periods of long standing, bending, crouching and walking. Employee pushes carts that can weigh up to 200-300 lbs. Moving and lifting of equipment that can range in weight between 80 and 200 lbs. Requires considerable stooping and bending. Should be able to use a computer for data entry and use a hand truck. Tension and stress are induces by the critical nature of producing work results on a pre-established time frame as well as in emergent situations. May be required to transport documents and patient care items throughout the facility, either hand carried or pushing a delivery cart. Must be able to maneuver in a tight work area. Must be able to make quick judgments and take fast action in emergent situations. Must maintain an active driver's license and insurance in order to operate government trucks and TMS training. Working Conditions: Working conditions such as ventilation and environment are satisfactory. Incumbent may be subject to occasional noise, skin irritations, cuts and bruises. The work performed requires continuous walking when making inspections in various areas. When performing cleaning tasks, moderated effort is expended. Must have a thorough knowledge of specialized cleaning and sanitation techniques, materials and equipment in order to assist in the training of employees. While performing snow removal operations, will be exposed to the cold and wind outdoors for prolonged periods of time.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Dayton VA Medical Center 4100 West Third Street Dayton, OH 45428 US
• Name: Kim Willingham
• Phone: 682-364-0586
• Email: [email protected]