U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Med Instrument Tech (GI)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Garner, North Carolina, United States, 27529
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $52,693.00/yr - $68,502.00/yr
Summary This announcement is for a Medical Instrument Technologist (Gastroenterology). This position is located in the Gastrointestinal area of Endoscopy section within the Special Procedures Unit at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) at the Garner VA Clinic - Durham VA HCS.
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
Education: There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation
Licensure or Certification: No certification is required, however it is desirable that employees at this level have BLS certification
English Language Proficiency: Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English
Grade Determinations: Medical Instrument Technician (Gastroenterology) - GS-6 Experience
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge - skills - abilities - and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled
This would be experience which provided knowledge of proper performance of endoscopic equipment and procedures
Key KSAs: Knowledge of endoscopic equipment and use in basic and complex endoscopic procedures; Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the GI system; Ability to assist physician with specialized - complex procedures; Knowledge of universal precautions and disinfection techniques; Ability to collaborate, communicate, and demonstrate customer service skills; Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data; Ability to deliver patient care including vital sign measurements and medication administration.
Certification: No certification or registration is required; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable for employees at this level
Preferred Experience: MIT GI endoscopy care experience such as ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), Proficient computer skills, Sterile processing background, Excellent communication and teamwork skills, Knowledge of instruments - supplies - and equipment regarding GI procedures
Physical Requirements: Must meet visual acuity, keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, manual dexterity; Requires potentially long periods of walking, standing, stooping, sitting, bending; Transferring patients and objects may be required; Possible exposure to infected patients and contaminated materials; Protective clothing required; Possible exposure to combative patients.
Annual Employee Health requirements: Completion of annual TB screening or testing as a condition of employment.
Duties
Major duties include but are not limited to: Performs and assists in diagnostic examinations
Coordinates MIT GS-related procedures and operation and maintenance of biomedical equipment - including video endoscopes, laser and other specialty equipment
Serves as liaison to hospital biomedical equipment repair section as well as outside repair vendors in the absence of the Lead Technician
Responsible for ensuring proper performance of endoscopic equipment and keeping current on all area SOPs
Inventory and maintain par levels of specialty equipment for the endoscopy unit
Prepares procedural rooms for the performance of endoscopic procedures
Assist the Endoscopist and Nurse during procedures by preparing the procedure rooms, calling patients for procedures, showing patients to dressing rooms, and assisting patients with undressing and putting on gowns when needed
Assist during the procedure by obtaining diagnostic specimens using appropriate equipment and specimen containers; Prepare diagnostic biopsy specimens; assess adequacy of specimens; proper orienting of biopsy specimens; placing specimens in proper containers with appropriate labeling for precise lab processing
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 hour tours (Variable 7:30am - 5:00pm) Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Government Administration
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Med Instrument Tech (GI)
role at
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provided pay range This range is provided by U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $52,693.00/yr - $68,502.00/yr
Summary This announcement is for a Medical Instrument Technologist (Gastroenterology). This position is located in the Gastrointestinal area of Endoscopy section within the Special Procedures Unit at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) at the Garner VA Clinic - Durham VA HCS.
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
Education: There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation
Licensure or Certification: No certification is required, however it is desirable that employees at this level have BLS certification
English Language Proficiency: Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English
Grade Determinations: Medical Instrument Technician (Gastroenterology) - GS-6 Experience
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge - skills - abilities - and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled
This would be experience which provided knowledge of proper performance of endoscopic equipment and procedures
Key KSAs: Knowledge of endoscopic equipment and use in basic and complex endoscopic procedures; Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the GI system; Ability to assist physician with specialized - complex procedures; Knowledge of universal precautions and disinfection techniques; Ability to collaborate, communicate, and demonstrate customer service skills; Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data; Ability to deliver patient care including vital sign measurements and medication administration.
Certification: No certification or registration is required; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable for employees at this level
Preferred Experience: MIT GI endoscopy care experience such as ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), Proficient computer skills, Sterile processing background, Excellent communication and teamwork skills, Knowledge of instruments - supplies - and equipment regarding GI procedures
Physical Requirements: Must meet visual acuity, keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, manual dexterity; Requires potentially long periods of walking, standing, stooping, sitting, bending; Transferring patients and objects may be required; Possible exposure to infected patients and contaminated materials; Protective clothing required; Possible exposure to combative patients.
Annual Employee Health requirements: Completion of annual TB screening or testing as a condition of employment.
Duties
Major duties include but are not limited to: Performs and assists in diagnostic examinations
Coordinates MIT GS-related procedures and operation and maintenance of biomedical equipment - including video endoscopes, laser and other specialty equipment
Serves as liaison to hospital biomedical equipment repair section as well as outside repair vendors in the absence of the Lead Technician
Responsible for ensuring proper performance of endoscopic equipment and keeping current on all area SOPs
Inventory and maintain par levels of specialty equipment for the endoscopy unit
Prepares procedural rooms for the performance of endoscopic procedures
Assist the Endoscopist and Nurse during procedures by preparing the procedure rooms, calling patients for procedures, showing patients to dressing rooms, and assisting patients with undressing and putting on gowns when needed
Assist during the procedure by obtaining diagnostic specimens using appropriate equipment and specimen containers; Prepare diagnostic biopsy specimens; assess adequacy of specimens; proper orienting of biopsy specimens; placing specimens in proper containers with appropriate labeling for precise lab processing
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 hour tours (Variable 7:30am - 5:00pm) Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Government Administration
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