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responsibility for planning and directing the work. The following incentives may be available for qualified applicants: Recruitment Relocation Learn more about this agency Help Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U. S. Citizen to apply for this job.

All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security

investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination.

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See " Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications Assignment. The GS-10 Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) - Chief functions as a first-level supervisor responsible for the oversight of a group of

MSTs, with administrative responsibility for planning and directing the work.

Conducts staff performance appraisals. Oversees attendance and leave, including approval of sick and annual leave and vacation schedules. Informs higher level management of anticipated vacancies or increases in workload. Recommends promotions, reassignments, recognition of superior performance, retention or release of probationary employees or other changes of assigned personnel. Holds corrective interviews with employees, referring disciplinary problems to higher levels of management. Resolves informal complaints of employees and deals with union representatives on personnel matters.

Provides technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the organizational unit. Basic Requirements : (in addition to meeting the basic requirements applicants will still be required to meet Knowledge, Skills and Abilities at the next lower grade level GS-09 in order to be referred to the hiring manager. ) a. Citizenship: Citizen of the United States. Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, paragraph 3g. b. Experience and/or Education: Experience.

Six months of experience that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work or provides an understanding of the work; or Education. One year above high school that included at least 6 semester hours in health care related courses such as sterile processing, nursing assistant, hospital corpsman, and operating room and surgical technician courses or other courses related to the position; or Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combination of experience and education are qualifying for entry level for which both education and experience are acceptable. c. Certification. None.

d. Foreign Education. To be creditable, education completed outside the U. S. must have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and such education must have been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U. S. programs. e. Physical Requirements. The work requires standing and walking during the entire workday and frequent bending and lifting of packages (occasionally weighing as much as 50 pounds). The work requires dexterity and visualacuity for manipulating, disassembly and assembly of instrumentation.

f. English Language Proficiency. MSTs must be proficient in spoken and written English Grade Requirements: a. Creditable Experience. (1) Knowledge of Current MST Practices. Experience in Sterile Processing and advanced knowledge of SPS standards and practices. To be creditable, the experience must have demonstrated the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with MST responsibilities. Experience satisfying this requirement may be paid/non-paid employment. (2) Quality of Experience. Qualifying experience must be at a level comparable to MST experience at the next lower grade level of the position being filled.

For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, administrative independence, complexity (difficulty) and range of variety as described in this standard at the specified grade level and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. (3) Part-Time Experience. Part-time experience as a MST is creditable according to its relationship to the full-time workweek. For example, a MST employed 20 hours a week, or on a 1/2-time basis, would receive 1 full-time workweek of credit for each 2 weeks of service.

Grade Determinations : GS-10 Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) - Chief a. Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-9. b. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: 1. Ability to implement and incorporate regulations, policies, and procedures to manage SPS operations. 2. Ability to evaluate new products and equipment, develop options, and make recommendations. 3. Ability to integrate SPS managerial duties, which includes strategic planning of facility organizational goals and integration of SPS vision and values within the organizational mission.

4. Ability to perform a full range of supervisory duties, including assigning, planning and evaluating work, recommending awards, approving leave, identifying training needs, and resolving staff issues. 5. Skill to initiate and lead interdisciplinary groups in order to facilitate daily SPS functions. 6. Ability to analyze and interpret fiscal data in order to forecast resource and equipment needs. Assignment. The Chief has the overall responsibility for the supervision, administrative management and direction of the SPS.

Ensures SPS functions are in compliance with all regulatory mandates. Forecasts, plans, develops and manages the SPS program. Manages SPS personnel and serves as liaison between SPS and other departments. Maintains effective interdepartmental relationships, coordinates and resolves problems, and ensures cooperation with other programs and services. Manages the overall SPS budget including determining resource needs, allocating resources, and ensuring proper utilization in productivity, efficiency and cost effectiveness of SPS operations. Formulates objectives, develops priorities and implements plans that support organizational goals.

Ensures operations are in compliance with all safety, regulatory and accrediting requirements. Oversees orientation and training of staff. Oversees orientation and training of staff, instrument tracking, and quality assurance. Preferred Experience 1. One year minimum experience required. This cannot be substituted with education. 2. Experienced in Sterile Processing and advanced knowledge of SPS standards and practices. 3. At level comparable to MST experience at the next lower grade level of the position.

4. Implementing and incorporating regulations, policies, and procedures to manage SPS operations. 5. Evaluating new products and equipment, develop options, and making recommendations. 6. Integrating SPS managerial duties, which includes strategic planning of facility organizational goals and integration of SPS vision and values within the organizational mission. 7. performing a full range of supervisory duties, including assigning, planning and evaluating work, recommending awards, approving leave, identifying training needs, and resolving staff issues. 8. Initiating and leading interdisciplinary groups in order to facilitate daily SPS functions.

9. Analyzing and interpreting fiscal data in order to forecast resource and equipment needs. Preferred: VHA SPS Certification or current national certification through Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) or Certified Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution (CBSPD). 10. VHA SPS Certification or current, national certification through HSPA or CBSPD. 11. Currently working in Sterile Processing Note: All males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service. References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/76 PART II, APPENDIX G-47, dated May 28, 2014.

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-08. 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: http: //www. ed. gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog. html. Additional information 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 an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

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with cleanliness, grooming, rest, activity, nourishment, and distribution of medications. Assists the professional staff in maintaining a safe therapeutic environment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Collects, reports and documents data: vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collects specimens.

Performs and reports Point of Care Testing. Assists with patient activities and care as assigned by the charge nurse/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care. Provides for patients' personal hygiene: bathes patients, performs oral suctioning and superficial wound care, assists with chronic wound care, provides skin care for patient with TED hose, SCD, casts,

skeletal pins, assists with elimination, cares for the incontinent patient, cares for the patient with a urinary catheter, assists or gives cleansing enemas, sitz baths, non-sterile douches, and provides ostomy care.

Assists with feeding. Ambulates, positions, and turns patients and cares for the patient with altered mobility. Assists with patient safety related to age and condition: assists with patient restraints, assists with patient specific safety precautions, collects, reports and documents data related to patient needs/emergencies and usual patient behavior, and cares for the patient in a correctional environment. On incoming facilities, interviews incoming patients and completes

receiving/screening form; informs nurses and/or physicians/advanced practice providers/mid level practitioners of patients with health problems who need immediate attention; records on newly received patients; maintains statistical logs required for periodic reports; performs all duties necessary for psychiatric referrals and screening.

Assists in the maintenance of a safe, comfortable facility environment; obtains, stores and maintains shop and nursing medications/supplies. Distributes and documents patients' medications, both in general population and administrative segregation, from filled prescriptions, abiding by Title 40, Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 95, " Licensing Standards for Medication Aides Handbook"Ensures drug room security, replaces facility working drug stocks, and maintains the upkeep of facility drug room and medical equipment.

Enters medication compliance into the shop computer system. Maintains patients' privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. Practices basic cost containment and utilization management for patient care and facility operations. Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within specified timeframe. Promotes positive interpersonal relationships among co-workers and Security.

Participates in in-service orientation and continuing education classes. Obtains 40 hours of continuing education/in-service hours on an annual basis to meet ACA standards. Adheres to internal controls and reporting structures established for department. Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT: Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work environment is located in a clean and safe medical facility within the confines of a prison, jail or juvenile detention center. Conditions such as noise, odors, cramped work space and/or fumes could sometimes cause discomfort.

Moderate to extreme physical effort may be required such as walking, standing, and lifting materials, equipment, objects, and/or patients. Lifting may be heavy and awkward, over 50 lbs. Vision, hearing, talking, and sense of touch abilities must be adequate enough to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as: reading small print, reading from monitoring equipment, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate verbal communication. Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory, and sensory inputs.

Shift work is required. Alertness and careful attention to detail will bel required to avoid injury. May be assigned to more than one facility. May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, radiation, chemotherapeutic agents, and disoriented or combative patients. May be required to be on standby and work extended or alternate shifts in situations deemed necessary by nurse manager. Able to work under stress and be emotionally capable of coping with complex and/or changing activities. Security clearance is required; pre-employment drug testing is also required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school or GED equivalent. Current Texas Certified Medication Aide permit. Salary is commensurate with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, interaction, gender, interactionual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation For more details: jobs-search. org/manufacturing_livingston-c424222/certified-medication-aide-cma-polunsky-unit-livingston_i1959167503

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