Medical Instrument Technician Gastroenterology (GI)
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Perform specialized procedures in the endoscopy department to include specimen collection, irrigation and pre-cleaning of endoscopy scope(s) Assist with tattooing and injections such as ablation procedures, mucosal resection procedures, fine needle aspiration procedures and ultrasound studies. Ensure proper performance of gastrointestinal (GI) and pulmonary endoscopic equipment. Make adjustments to equipment settings to accommodate patient needs and produce high quality performance during procedures. Review procedure schedules to determine and arrange for specialized instruments and equipment. Collect and appropriately coordinates labeling specimens with nurse. Trains other technicians in GI and pulmonary endoscopic procedures. Anticipates and recognizes emergency situations responding promptly, notifying physician and/or nurse and institutes appropriate actions according to policy and procedures. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 7:
00 am to 3:
30 pm with require on-call duty. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/09/2020. 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. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels. See the grade requirements below for information regarding educational substitutions. Licensure:
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. English Language Proficiency:
Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English. Physical Requirements:
You must pass a pre-employment physical. Preferred
Experience:
At least two years experience as a GI technician. Grade Determinations for the GS-7 level:
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-6), 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. Examples of the GS-6 level comparable experience includes but is not limited to:
1. Ability to set up endoscopy equipment, ensuring endoscopes and ancillary equipment functions properly. 2. Ability to aid the physician with standard and routine procedures such as colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). 3. Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy in order to assist practitioner with routine standardized gastroenterology procedures. 4. Ability to interact with patients explaining procedures and positioning the patient for the procedure, recognizing disabilities or impaired mobility and assisting the patient as necessary. 5. Ability to reprocess and maintain specialty critical reusable medical equipment (RME), following approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and universal precautions. 6. Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data, adhering to patient privacy and information security policies. 7. Ability to manually clean and disinfect non-critical reusable equipment and surfaces, dispose of onetime-use equipment and trash per facility policy, and restock supplies such as linens, suction equipment, and cleaning products. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs at the GS-7 level:
1. Knowledge of endoscopic equipment and use in basic and complex endoscopic procedures. 2. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the GI system, with ability to recognize and report obvious abnormalities during procedures. 3. Ability to assist physician with specialized, complex procedures. 4. Knowledge of universal precautions and disinfection techniques and ability to follow SOP's to clean reusable medical equipment (RME). 5. Ability to collaborate, communicate, and demonstrate customer service skills and interpersonal skills with all healthcare professionals to ensure quality and continuity of care. 6. Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data, adhering to patient privacy and information security policies. 7. Ability to deliver patient care, including vital sign measurements and medication administration. Certification. No certification is required; however, it is desirable that employees at this level have BLS certification. References:
VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G27. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-7. Physical Requirements:
Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; pushing; reaching above shoulders; use of fingers; use of both hands required; walking 8 hours; standing 8 hours; repeated bending; climbing legs only; both legs required; near vision correctable at 13 to 16 to Jaeger 1 to 4; both eyes required; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); emotional stability; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and 20/40 in the other.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Perform specialized procedures in the endoscopy department to include specimen collection, irrigation and pre-cleaning of endoscopy scope(s) Assist with tattooing and injections such as ablation procedures, mucosal resection procedures, fine needle aspiration procedures and ultrasound studies. Ensure proper performance of gastrointestinal (GI) and pulmonary endoscopic equipment. Make adjustments to equipment settings to accommodate patient needs and produce high quality performance during procedures. Review procedure schedules to determine and arrange for specialized instruments and equipment. Collect and appropriately coordinates labeling specimens with nurse. Trains other technicians in GI and pulmonary endoscopic procedures. Anticipates and recognizes emergency situations responding promptly, notifying physician and/or nurse and institutes appropriate actions according to policy and procedures. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 7:
00 am to 3:
30 pm with require on-call duty. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/09/2020. 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. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels. See the grade requirements below for information regarding educational substitutions. Licensure:
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. English Language Proficiency:
Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English. Physical Requirements:
You must pass a pre-employment physical. Preferred
Experience:
At least two years experience as a GI technician. Grade Determinations for the GS-7 level:
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-6), 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. Examples of the GS-6 level comparable experience includes but is not limited to:
1. Ability to set up endoscopy equipment, ensuring endoscopes and ancillary equipment functions properly. 2. Ability to aid the physician with standard and routine procedures such as colonoscopy and esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). 3. Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy in order to assist practitioner with routine standardized gastroenterology procedures. 4. Ability to interact with patients explaining procedures and positioning the patient for the procedure, recognizing disabilities or impaired mobility and assisting the patient as necessary. 5. Ability to reprocess and maintain specialty critical reusable medical equipment (RME), following approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and universal precautions. 6. Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data, adhering to patient privacy and information security policies. 7. Ability to manually clean and disinfect non-critical reusable equipment and surfaces, dispose of onetime-use equipment and trash per facility policy, and restock supplies such as linens, suction equipment, and cleaning products. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs at the GS-7 level:
1. Knowledge of endoscopic equipment and use in basic and complex endoscopic procedures. 2. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to the GI system, with ability to recognize and report obvious abnormalities during procedures. 3. Ability to assist physician with specialized, complex procedures. 4. Knowledge of universal precautions and disinfection techniques and ability to follow SOP's to clean reusable medical equipment (RME). 5. Ability to collaborate, communicate, and demonstrate customer service skills and interpersonal skills with all healthcare professionals to ensure quality and continuity of care. 6. Ability to use basic computer systems and programs to record patient and endoscopic data, adhering to patient privacy and information security policies. 7. Ability to deliver patient care, including vital sign measurements and medication administration. Certification. No certification is required; however, it is desirable that employees at this level have BLS certification. References:
VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G27. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-7. Physical Requirements:
Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; pushing; reaching above shoulders; use of fingers; use of both hands required; walking 8 hours; standing 8 hours; repeated bending; climbing legs only; both legs required; near vision correctable at 13 to 16 to Jaeger 1 to 4; both eyes required; ability to distinguish basic colors; hearing (aid permitted); emotional stability; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and 20/40 in the other.
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0649 Medical Instrument Technician - Salary Range:
$43,717 to $56,828 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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