Medical Instrument Technician (Anesthesiology)
Location: Lake City, Florida
Description: Department of Veterans Affairs is presently looking of Medical Instrument Technician (Anesthesiology) right now, this position will be designated in Florida. More details about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): TAG:VacancyID (Please include on all documents)
Tour of duty: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Subject to Rotating Shift tours of duty. Rotation to Gainesville VA required. On call is also required.
First cut off for applications will be on August 9, 2012 . Applications will continue to be accepted and reviewed every two weeks after until the position has been filled.
To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?
As a VA professional Medical Instrument Technician, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically advanced integrated health care system in the nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries.
Special Employment Consideration: Individuals eligible for the following appointments are encouraged to apply: 5 CFR 213.3102 "u", Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities ; mental retardation, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities; and Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more.
RELOCATION EXPENSES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED FOR THIS POSITION
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a U. S. citizen to apply for this position.
- Must submit and pass a security background investigation for this position
- Must pass all pre-appointment drug testing and medical exam requirements.
- Travel and Relocation Expenses are NOT Authorized
The incumbent assists professional anesthesia personnel with duties within the operating room suite or anywhere in the hospital where the services of an anesthesiologist are needed and where the assistance of a technician is essential to provide necessary equipment and drugs. He/she assists the anesthesiologist with patient care; assists with positioning patients under regional and general anesthesia procedures; prepares designated solution setup for starting an I.V.; assists with placement of diasyst stethoscopes and blood pressure cuffs on patients; performs routine maintenance and repair of equipment within the capability of the Anesthesia Technician Section facilities; performs laboratory test in the operating room; assist in research, educational and quality management. The incumbent will check all dated supplies and drugs to keep them current. He/she must understand the care and handling of anesthesia gas machines, resuscitative equipment and the replacement of nitrous oxide and oxygen cylinders. The incumbent will be familiar with daily and weekly cleaning procedures for machines and anesthesia carts and storage areas as outlined in detail in the procedure manual. He/she will be familiar with the numerous electronic monitoring instruments, including QC and Calibrations, know which units have replaceable batteries, know how to change the batteries and be familiar with sterilization procedures such as removing all special and reusable material after cases and be responsible for cleaning in accordance with Infection Control policies for the transmission of disease. The incumbent will be available to respond during the conduct of cases for emergency anesthesia supply and equipment request which requires careful and thoughtful response to a wide variety of requests in a stressful and rushed situation.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
a. Citizenship. Citizenship of the United States . (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g, this part.)
b. Education. There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels. See the grade requirements part of this standard for information regarding educational substitutions.
c. Licensure or Certification. Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations".
For all specialties identified in this standard, Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable. Training which does not result in official certification does not meet this definition.
GRADE REQUIREMENTS
Anesthesia Technicians perform logistical and technical support to anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists. They maintain anesthesiology supplies and equipment, set-up anesthetizing locations and operate, monitor, and collect data from anesthesia related equipment. In some cases Anesthesia Technicians will perform clinical laboratory functions, equipment preventive maintenance/repair, and specialized cardiac procedures such as cardiac output measurement, intra-aortic balloon pumping, vessel cannulation, and autotransfusion services. Certification at two distinct levels is offered by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT).
(1) GS-6
(a) Experience. At least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 grade level, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
(b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1 . Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology (specifically cardiac and pulmonary).
2 . Knowledge and application of safety and infection control processes.
3. Ability to serve as a circulating technician for supplies and to assist with documentation of hemodynamic patient data.
4 . Knowledge of anesthesiology supplies and equipment appropriate to less complex anesthetic procedures, such as those found in Ambulatory Surgery.
(c) Certification. No certification is required; however, it is desirable that employees at this level have Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
(d) Assignment. The anesthesia technician at this level aids anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in less-complex anesthetic procedures such as regional anesthesia (epidural and spinal), laryngeal mask anesthesia, and monitored anesthesia care under close supervision. Technicians will exercise minimal independent judgment in anesthesia technology duties.
(2) GS-7
(a) Experience. At least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-6 grade level, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
(b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1 . Knowledge of the fundamentals of standard equipment operation, calibration and function.
2 . Knowledge of correct use of non-invasive patient monitoring equipment specific to anesthesiology.
3 . Ability to appropriately interact with patients during anesthetic procedures.
4 . Knowledge of anesthesiology supplies and equipment appropriate to routine anesthetic procedures, such as those found in typical inpatient settings.
(c) Certification. No certification is required; however, it is desirable that employees at this level have Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
(d) Assignment. The anesthesia technician at this level assists anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in routine anesthetic procedures under general supervision. The technician will connect and operate non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, blood and fluid warmers (e.g., Hot Line and Ranger) and patient warming devices (e.g., Bair Hugger). The technician will exercise moderate independent judgment in anesthesia technology duties.
(3) GS-8
(a) Experience. At least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-7 grade level, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
(b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1 . Knowledge of the correct use of invasive patient monitoring equipment specific to anesthesiology.
2 . Knowledge of basic electrocardiography (EKG).
3 . Skill and ability to troubleshoot equipment, often while the patient is anesthetized.
4 . Skill and ability to maintain sterility during procedures.
5 . Knowledge and understanding of arterial pressure line wave forms including the ability to recognize and distinguish normal from abnormal, artifact from abnormality, and forewarn the physician or anesthetist of an impending life-threatening situation.
6 . Knowledge of anesthesiology supplies, medications, and equipment appropriate to more difficult anesthetic procedures such as those found in inpatient settings with more acutely ill patients.
(c) Certification. No certification is required; however, it is desirable that employees at this level have Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
(d) Assignment. This represents the full performance level. The anesthesia technician at this level assists anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in difficult anesthetic procedures under minimal supervision. The technician will connect and operate invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment (e.g., arterial pressure monitors), anesthesia machines, ventilators, intubation bronchoscopes, and ultrasonic scanning devices. Technicians prepare and administer medications as directed by the attending physician. They mentor and train lower graded technicians, nurses, medical students, and anesthesia residents on anesthesia technology procedures and assist the supervisor/manager with quality control and performance improvement activities. The technician will exercise a high degree of independent judgment in anesthesia technology duties.
Must be a US citizen to apply for this job.
Subject to a background/suitability investigation.
Designated and/or random drug testing may be required.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
It is critical to the applicant evaluation that the resume contains sufficient information to support the following.
- Responses to the vacancy-specific questions. The applicant resume will be compared to responses to the vacancy-specific questions related to the position; and
- Meet the specialized experience as defined in this vacancy announcement and/or in the vacancy qualifying question(s).
Applicants must ensure they answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect the applicant evaluation. Applicants should be aware that when answering all questions, their experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. If the applicant resume and application does not support the responses to the job specific vacancy questions and specialized experience, or if the applicant is not able to provide verifying documentation on request, it may affect the applicant evaluation or result in the applicants' name being removed from consideration.
BENEFITS:
Working for North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. The following Web address is provided for your reference to explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees. To find out more click here http://www.usajobs.gov/EI/benefits.asp .
OTHER INFORMATION:
1. If you are an eligible Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other candidates for this position . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position. ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.
2. If you are a current career or career-conditional Federal employee or former Federal employee who has reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" and/or a copy of the SF-50 that reflects career or career-conditional tenure, or you will not be considered under the merit promotion process. Also, you should submit your most recent performance appraisal.
3. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.
4. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
5. You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; certain Vietnam era and disabled veterans; returned volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista , etc. Please indicate the type of special appointment you are seeking, if any, on your application and follow all other instructions for applying shown in this announcement.
6. Schedule A (Federal Employment of People with Disabilities) Acceptable Documentation: Proof of the disability, and a certification of job readiness that describes your ability to perform the essential duties of the position in which you are interested from either: a licensed medical professional (e.g., a physician or other medical professional certified by a State, the District of Columbia, or a U. S. territory to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.e., State or private); -OR- any Federal agency, State agency, or agency of the District of Columbia or a U. S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits. The proof of disability and certification of job readiness may come from the same entity listed above.
7. All qualification requirements must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office, in other Federal agency personnel offices, and on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications .
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