Medical Instrument Gastroenterology (GI) Technician
Company: Air Force Institute of Technology
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Medical Instrument Gastroenterology (GI) TechnicianThe New
Mexico VA Healthcare Network is recruiting for a Medical Instrument
Technician Gastroenterology (GI) assigned to the Nursing service
line. The GI Technicians provide assistance to the physician, nurse
manager, registered nurse, and other team members in endoscopic
procedures, such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), colonoscopy,
endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), and
endoscopic ultrasound. Help DutiesGastroenterology (GI) Technicians
assist the practitioner in endoscopic procedures, such as
esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD), colonoscopy, endoscopic
retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), and endoscopic
ultrasound. The technicians ensure proper performance of equipment,
set up equipment, and reprocess endoscopic reusable medical
equipment (RME). Certification is offered by the Society of
Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (SGNA) for level one and
level two training. GI endoscope reprocessing certification is
offered through the Certification Board of Sterile Processing and
Distribution (CBSPD). The major duties and responsibilities of the
Medical Instrument Technician (GI) includes but are not limited
to:
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Basic Requirements:
Grade Determinations: Gastroenterology (GI) Technician
GS-07:
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:
Preferred Experience: Gastroenterology experience
References: VA Handbook 5005/15, Part II, Appendix G27, Medical
Instrument Technician Qualification Standard, GS-0649, Veterans
Health Administration.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-07.
Physical Requirements: Light lifting (under 15 pounds); light
carrying (under 15 pounds); reaching above shoulder; use of
fingers; both hands required; walking; standing; hearing (aid
permitted); emotional stability; ability to effectively communicate
orally and in writing. EducationIMPORTANT: 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:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html
.Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per
pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served
as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit
toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or
military service experience. This credited service can be used in
determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit
must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is
not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional
vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer
competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The
health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not
covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP)
are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to
such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or
pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only
infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required
to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of
proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will
provide additional information regarding what information or
documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally
required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable
accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do
not have in electronic form, view the following link for
information regarding an Alternate Application .You will be
evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR
AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR
EXPERIENCE. Your application, r--sum--, C.V., and/or supporting
documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions
carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for
employment.
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.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment
reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process
to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or
during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge
regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with
making a final selection for a position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that
have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for
Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment
at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and
coaching and reintegration support for military service
members.
Keywords: Air Force Institute of Technology, Albuquerque , Medical Instrument Gastroenterology (GI) Technician, Healthcare , Albuquerque, New Mexico
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