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The Cemetery Caretaker performs jobs requiring mainly manual skills and physical strength. Performs a variety of tasks, such as operating small tractors and riding lawn mowers; transplanting shrubs; digging graves to the proper level; cutting and removing sod, tamping and leveling dirt using hand and power tools; digging and squaring graves using pneumatic equipment, picks and shovels; assisting in lifting and placing caskets on lowering devices; loading and unloading materials; aligning headstones; cleaning and clearing cemetery grounds of debris using power trimmers, chainsaws, axes, shovels, rakes, blowers, vacuums etc.; weeding, mulching, and applying fertilizer; pruning shrubs and low level dead branches; removing snow and ice; cleaning headstones using sprayer and hand brush; and cleaning service and administrative areas.

Work schedule: May be required to work Monday through Friday to include occasional weekends. Due to the mission of the National Cemetery, the cemetery cannot be closed for more than 2 consecutive days at any given time. Additionally, when a Federal holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, staff may be required to work on that holiday or a Saturday. All staff is required to work Memorial Day each year. Staff will be required to work overtime, weekends and holidays when necessary to meet the needs of the cemetery. Occasionally staff may be called back to the facility to perform emergency overtime work.
Compressed/Flexible Schedule: Not Available

Position Description Title/PD#:Cemetery Caretaker/PD136120
The full performance level of this position is WG-06.

Relocation Expenses: Not Authorized
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Starting at $21.95 Per Hour (WG 6)

DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Verifying valid affiliation agreements, rate and stipend schedules and processing transactions through VA financial systems, and reconciling education activity records with OAA fiscal, individual clinical services and the affiliate.
• Evaluates programs and process for discrepancies to determine efficient and compliant HPE program operations.
• Records data and analysis to recommend redistribution of resources, forecasting HPT position allocation needs for academic years, and formulate long term budget needs and excess
• Manages special purpose academic fund from OAA and HPT reimbursement process; synthesizing data and opportunities for presentation with graphs, flowcharts, other technique
• Validating complex calculations for accuracy of reimbursement with analysis of relevant documentation
• Completes and reviews monthly EARs consolidation and calculations to ensure accurate education activity reimbursement. Working directly with site and program directors to collect documentation.
• Anticipates obstacles to operational management that are likely to interfere with the accomplishment of objectives, takes necessary action to prevent their occurance
• Submits Quarterly Needs and Excess reports to OAA for redistribution of returns funds

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: HR Specialist Total Rewards
Work Schedule: Monday Through Friday 08:00am - 04:30pm
Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Health System Specialist/PD99452S
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $102,489 Per Year (GS 11-12)

• Performs work involving the collection, compilation, and/or tracking of data and statistical information in support of the Perioperative Service, and Inpatient Care and Ambulatory and Specialty Program operations.
• Prepares, executes, and/or tracks program assignments. Uses database applications to extract information to prepare/assist in preparation of reports.
• Evaluates validity of documents and other data collection forms. Coordinates incoming data from a variety of sources within the assigned program areas.
• Reviews documents, reports, and/or applications for omissions and inconsistencies, and ensures data entry is complete and accurate.
• Enters pertinent information into an automated tracking system. Assembles data for use of the ANEs in conferences and prepares appropriate information packets.
• Maintain controls and follow-up action on reports having specified submission dates for the administrative services.
• Reviews reports to ensure the content addresses pertinent issues; returns deficient submission for clarification to originating individual(s).
• Various reports and documents may include but are not limited to peer reviews, root cause analyses (RCAs), employee proficiencies, ECF and GS performance appraisals and other actions items.
• The incumbent coordinates with Nursing Service Administrative Officer (AO), Human Resources Management Service (HRMS), assigned program managers, ANEs, Deputy Nurse Executive (NE) and ADPCS/NE on matters such as the proper completion and timeliness of employee proficiencies, ECF and GS performance appraisals.
• Incumbent distributes forms and instructions to service supervisors for completion of annual performance reviews/proficiency reports; sends deadline reminders as necessary; compiles reports and reviews for inclusion of required information and performs scheduling of workgroups and boards, etc.
• Presents information on RN proficiency and boarding process to ONE, ANE and Nursing Service Managers; coordinates with HR, the secretary for the ADPCS/NE and Registered Nurse Professional Standards Board (RNPSB) Chair to facilitate the timely boarding of RNs assigned throughout the VAMC.
• Coordinates with the Program Application Specialist on the RN Proficiency Database.
• Performs clerical and technical level work in support of a budget analysis and/or administration function.
• Processes budgetary transactions for assigned appropriated funds, reimbursable travel, and transportation accounts; maintains responsibility for tracking of fund control points related to PSIC/ASP.
• Determines appropriations to be charged by object class and line item and forwards invoices to the appropriate accounting office for payment.
• Prepares and assembles various data, including narrative and statistical materials into reports, charts, etc., that are provided for justification of the budget or for other administrative uses.
• Monitors and tracks obligations and expenditures throughout the execution phase of the annual operating budget.
• Verifies that obligation and expenditures occur on a timely basis in accordance with the annual work plan and that regulatory controls are within amounts programmed; reports irregularities to higher level leadership, as necessary.
• Maintains and directs a system of internal controls which assures sound budgetary management in accordance with federal and agency regulations, local policy, and in accordance with generally accepted bookkeeping procedures.
• Reviews financial reports with higher graded Nursing Service administrative staff to assure accuracy and compliance.
• Indicates when budget adjustments will be necessary, as fund availability changes or as equipment or staffing costs increase.

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 08:00 am - 04:30 pm
Position Description Title/PD#: Administrative Support Assistant (OA)/PD12899A
Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary in nature. However, it may also require some walking and standing throughout the course of a normal workday. Some lifting of boxes and supplies, with bending, stooping and overhead reaching will be required (e.g. carrying/relocating such items as boxes of supplies). The incumbent uses a keyboard and telephone extensively during their normal daily activities.
Total-Rewards-of-a-Nonclinical-Professionals-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

Starting at $47,616 Per Year (GS 6)

• You will maintain continuous development and oversight of Naval Health Research Center’s (NHRC) Science Acquisition Support (SAS) Directorate.
• You will optimize the productivity quality, and utility of the SAS support to the command’s research and development science mission.
• You will serve as NHRC’s Simplified Acquisition Procedure (SAP) contracting specialist for pre-award and post-award functions.
• You will administer NHRC’s SAS contract invoice approvals.
• You will serve as the NHRC's contracting specialist for pre-award and post-award functions of procurements over the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).
• You will serve as the administration Point of Contact and evaluator for the NHRC source selection committee.
• You will serve as the Approving Official for the Government-wide Commercial Purchase Card (GCPC) program.

Starting at $78,307 Per Year (GS 11)

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

The Pulmonary/Lung Cancer Screening (LCS) NP will serve as an operational resource for local programs member, which may include clinical staff from Primary Care, Mental Health, Pulmonary Medicine, Interventional Pulmonary, Interventional Radiology Cardiothoracic Surgery, Pathology, Medical Oncology, and Radiation Oncology and perform functions/duties as follows:

• Provide clinical care for pulmonary consults resulting from LDCT screening.
• Focus on lung cancer care, assists with lung cancer diagnostic-clinic consultant.
• Orders appropriate diagnostic imaging studies (includes all thoracic imaging), lab tests, consults, and medications.
• Obtains input from staff pulmonologists and other specialties as needed for optimal care.
• Ensures appropriate follow-up, depending on LDCT and diagnostic CT studies, biopsies, other test results, including coordination with clinical-service pulmonary attendings and fellows.
• Assist with nodule work-up steps and tumor board referrals, recommendations, and follow-up.
• Collaborates with Radiology to facilitate the efficient scheduling of imaging examinations.
• Overseas/ensures proper facility LDCT ordering, handling unique requests/e-consultation for non-standard referrals, noncompliance, and periodic auditing of appropriate process flow.
• Revises and update CPRS or system specific orders sets as needed.
• Monitors and assists with follow-up of abnormal findings (including incidental finding referrals).
• Facilitates follow-up referrals to smoking cessation care with VASDHS clinical resources.
• Ensures and monitors adherence tp establish LCS program operational protocols.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Full Time Temporary, not to exceed September 30, 2025
Compressed/Flexible: N/A
Telework: N/A
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required.

Starting at $140,890 Per Year (AD 00)

The incumbent functions as a Health Technician in Imaging Service supporting patient care in the various imaging modalities as assigned to general diagnostic radiology and Special Procedures. Incumbent assignments support General Diagnostic Section and Special Procedures Sections (CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and Angiography/Interventional) as assigned. The Health Technician is responsible for a wide variety of duties that requires the ability to interact with patients, physicians, nurses, Short Stay Unit (SSU) personnel, Emergency Department, Diagnostic radiologic technologists, Imaging technologists, radiology residents and fellowship physicians, as well as multiple ancillary hospital personnel and services, as well as product and equipment vendors. Incumbent functions effectively as a vital member of the Imaging Service team when cooperative efforts are needed to complete patient procedures and provide a high level of patient satisfaction and safety for patients and team members.

Major duties are below but not limited to:

• Responsible for set-up of the procedure room to be used, the sterile surgical exam trays, catheters, and other procedure specific sterile supplies as well as the exam/procedure room that will be used for the procedure. Removes and cleans instruments and rooms after procedures, assures that rooms are cleaned and ready for the next procedure. Prepares and readies used instruments for Sterile Processing Service.
• Assists with coordination of work assignments to ensure a smooth workflow. Cleans and prepares the imaging equipment and room for the next exam/procedure.
• Prepares the patient for his/her upcoming exam/procedure. Sets up the imaging room to coincide with the examination being performed to include the use of proper sterile procedure when needed.
• Checks equipment to be sure they are in working order.
• Responsible for the daily testing, documentation, replacement, and maintenance of the Crash Cart equipment and arranges for replacement of outdated items in assigned section.
• Provides quality customer service, identifies patient correctly, explains all studies and approximate length of time the study(ies) will take to patient in a clear and professional manner. Provides information and resources to patient and family as needed.
• Communicates effectively with patients, their families, and all care providers. Interacts with staff and co-workers in a manner that promotes positive working relationship.
• Checks the order for complete information, protocol, and appropriateness criteria for specific modality. Adheres to established section and organizational policy and procedures, QA guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that the patient's lab results fall within established modality guidelines for the upcoming procedure/exam. Checks the patient's electronic chart for potential interactions, abnormal lab results or patient conditions that could make it unsafe for the patient to have the requested procedure performed.
• Prepares specimens and needed requisitions for submission to the laboratory or pathology section and is part of the team who must assure that the patient identification information is correct and that the lab specimen or blood/body fluid sample is accurately prepared and labeled.
• Incumbent must adhere to all safety policies, protocols, and SOPs to include but not limited to radiation safety and MRI safety. Serves as a member of the team that verifies the patient identification, the patient's knowledge of the procedure, and the appropriateness of procedure based on the patient's history.
• Perform/obtain temperature, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation measurements, measuring height and weight as needed.
• Provides general clerical/administrative support for the clinic.
• Scheduling patient appointments, answer telephone calls and register patients as needed.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Monday-Friday, 3:30pm-12:00am
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Health Technician (Radiology)/PD13986A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Permanent Change of Station (PCS):Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $47,676 Per Year (GS 6)

The community center guest associate (recreation assistant) oversees bowling Lanes, party area, events and sales of retail items associated with activities.

Performs and/or assists in the daily operations of the assigned activity.  Based on established policies, incumbent carries out assigned phases of designated activity applying an understanding of the interest and needs of program participants.  Typical assignments may include: opening and closing facility (key holder), front desk specialist, administrative support, cash register operation, facility safeguarding and tidiness; money handling to include safe access, cash drawer distribution, daily activity report preparation, and bank deposits.  May assist in planning, coordinating, scheduling, and publicizing various details of recreational programs and activities.  Applying rules and regulations in supervising assigned youth participants in indoor and outdoor activities. Demonstrates procedures common to the activities, and instructs in the use of related equipment.  Conducts instructional classes in the recreational area. 

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner.  Takes action to solve problems quickly.  Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise.  Adheres to safety regulations and standards.  Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor.  Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. Ensures adherence to safety rules and regulations.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Starting at $19.56 Per Hour (NF 02)

-Uses knowledge of content strategy and content design to improve content across FDIC digital properties and ensure consistent voice and appropriate tone that aligns with FDIC branding.

-Leads strategic content initiatives and delivers effective recommendations for developing user-centered content that is accessible and written in plain language.

-Delivers concise, compelling content that relates and corresponds to appropriate audiences through digital platforms. Helps develop and maintain consistency with FDIC brand voice, tone, and other content design standards in an FDIC Digital Design Guide.

-Plans, writes, and edits content to make digital services simpler, clearer, and easier to use.

-Serves as a subject matter expert focusing on creating and maintaining clear, accessible content.

-Demonstrate expertise in using content to attract and engage internal and external stakeholders, using strategic and creative skills to refine, enhance, and drive FDIC brand awareness, and promote programs and services. Work performed focuses on reflecting pertinent information to target audiences in a clear, consistent way.

-Works with cross-functional teams to establish and articulate internal and external key messages, and ensure that content is aligned to create clear, accessible, and concise content in a collaborative and iterative environment.

-Contributes to resources and training materials that demonstrate and contribute to best practices in content design and strategy areas.

Starting at $106,058 Per Year (CG 13)

-Uses knowledge of content strategy and content design to improve content across FDIC digital properties and ensure consistent voice and appropriate tone that aligns with FDIC branding.

-Leads strategic content initiatives and delivers effective recommendations for developing user-centered content that is accessible and written in plain language.

-Delivers concise, compelling content that relates and corresponds to appropriate audiences through digital platforms. Helps develop and maintain consistency with FDIC brand voice, tone, and other content design standards in an FDIC Digital Design Guide.

-Plans, writes, and edits content to make digital services simpler, clearer, and easier to use.

-Serves as a subject matter expert focusing on creating and maintaining clear, accessible content.

-Demonstrate expertise in using content to attract and engage internal and external stakeholders, using strategic and creative skills to refine, enhance, and drive FDIC brand awareness, and promote programs and services. Work performed focuses on reflecting pertinent information to target audiences in a clear, consistent way.

-Works with cross-functional teams to establish and articulate internal and external key messages, and ensure that content is aligned to create clear, accessible, and concise content in a collaborative and iterative environment.

-Contributes to resources and training materials that demonstrate and contribute to best practices in content design and strategy areas.

Starting at $106,058 Per Year (CG 13)

INFORMATION:  This position is located within the NAF Human Resources Department, Marine Corps Community Services, MCRD San Diego.  The Employee Development and Personnel Security Specialist is responsible for the direct delivery training programs for employee development and determines the suitability/fitness for entry and retention in over 250 NAF positions within MCCS.  This position reports to the NAF Human Resources Manager.  This position requires the ability to obtain a Tier 3 clearance. 

MAJOR DUTIES: 

Employee Development:  Serves as an instructor responsible for the direct delivery of training programs in an employee development section.  Responsible for assisting with designing new or revising current courses and developing performance measures to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the MCCS training program.  Researches, plans and develops course materials that are technically and procedurally sound and in accordance with prescribed course framework such as; study guides, visual aids, simulations, written tests, training aids, and course outlines.  Organizes, illustrates, interprets, and adapts instructional material as required to reach and motivate employees. 

Will coordinate the training program with other MCCS personnel.  May be required to research outside sources and obtain information, materials, and costs to meet instructional needs.

Participates in special projects such as pilot programs, process improvement teams, focus groups and working groups.

Personnel Security:  Processes personnel security investigations for MCCS employees, and special access eligibility requirements for personnel in accordance with DOD, Navy, and Marine Corps personnel security policies.  The guidelines are not always specific and require that the incumbent use judgement in determining the best course of action in order to comply with regulations.

The incumbent has minimal oversight and is entrusted with decision making for most general personnel security program needs.  The incumbent independently carries out assignments and is expected to seek assistance in high visibility or complicated cases.

Executes policies and procedures required for the operating the personnel security program including Continuous Evaluation/vetting, OPSEC, and Insider Threat Program activities.  Approves and submits eQip applications by gathering documentation, obtaining signatures, and collecting fingerprints.  Verifies the status of existing investigations by utilizing the federal system of record.

Completes security portions of DD2875 (System Authorization Access Request – SAAR) for MCCS NAF employees to receive Common Access Card (CAC) identification and MCCSNet access.  Serve as liaison between NAF Human Resources and Base Security Office as needed.

Performs routine audits of personnel security files.  Maintains electronic record quality control within appropriate systems as well as federal systems of record.  Coordinates with various installations, State, and Federal authorities to obtain records as well as clarify security requirements and investigation statuses.  Tracks fingerprint processing and investigation adjudication statuses through federal systems of record and ensures local records are updated accordingly.  Performs the security in-brief upon new employee in-processing.  Prepares adjudication documentation for cases with adverse information.

Conducts studies by reviewing regulations and examining current administrative practices and operations.  Exercises judgement by recommended process changes to the NAF Human Resources Manager.

Completes specialized one-time and annual trainings specific to DoD personnel security programs.

Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy.  Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner.  Takes action to solve problems quickly.  Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. 

Adheres to safety regulations and standards.  Uses required safety equipment and observes safe work procedures.  Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. 

Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Starting at $62,000 Per Year (NF 04)

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist GS-09 performs general diagnostic radiography of the entire body. These exams are performed with and without the use of contrast materials. Performs computed tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest and body with and without the use of contrast materials. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies to bring about proper diagnosis and treatment. Following roles, duties and responsibilities included but not limited to:

Employee receives requests or instructions for procedures and interprets routine requests independently and/or receives instructions from radiologist or medical officers. Receives assignments for a variety of difficult examinations and independently interprets and carries out the requests made by physicians. Reviews pre-procedure laboratory tests results and determines if results fall within the established safety limits for exam. Uses the iStat Analyzer to obtain results for required laboratory tests if not already preformed within required timeframe. Supervision is often administrative, and employee must contact radiologist or higher graded expert in the department or in some cases at another location. Employee may receive assignments for very difficult examinations. Employee understands and carries out the requests made by physicians or seeks assistance of the supervisor when an uncommon, unique or new procedure is required.

Performs general diagnostic radiographic exams of the head, spine (including myelography), chest, abdomen (including exams of GI tract, gallbladder, urinary system and fistula) and extremities (including arthrography). These are achieved by using diagnostic x-ray equipment such as fluoroscopic units, tomographic unit, and general diagnostic units, both digital and conventional.

Performs computed tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest and body with and without the use of contrast materials, including biopsies, interventional procedures and peripheral vascular examinations. Employee must be able to work independently and perform complex computed tomography exams without supervision. Work may be performed after hours and/or holidays with only off-site radiologist assistance available.

Performs computed tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest and body with and without the use of contrast materials, including biopsies, interventional procedures and peripheral vascular examinations. Employee must be able to work independently and perform complex computed tomography exams without supervision. Work may be performed after hours and/or holidays with only off-site radiologist assistance available.

Operates a wide variety of computerized equipment such as Computed Radiography (CR), Direct Digital Radiography (DR), Digital Fluoroscopy, Computer Acquisition and post-processing workstations, PACS viewing stations, WEBPACS desk top viewing software, iStat Analyzer, and hospital computer systems such as VISTA and CPRS and performs picture archival duties. The technologist captures computerized radiographs, applies an algorithm, configures the image and verifies patient information before transmitting them to the picture archive system. This procedure requires the technologist to have a general knowledge of computer operations. Image manipulation and transmission is critical in computerized radiography, lost data can only be recaptured by repeating the radiograph.

Work Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday, 1:30pm - 12:00am (Variable Shifts as needed). This position includes Holidays, On-Call, Weekends and Overtime as needed for the function of the department.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $95,605 Per Year (GS 9)

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist GS-09 performs general diagnostic radiography of the entire body. These exams are performed with and without the use of contrast materials. Performs computed tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest and body with and without the use of contrast materials. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies to bring about proper diagnosis and treatment. Following roles, duties and responsibilities included but not limited to:

Employee receives requests or instructions for procedures and interprets routine requests independently and/or receives instructions from radiologist or medical officers. Receives assignments for a variety of difficult examinations and independently interprets and carries out the requests made by physicians. Reviews pre-procedure laboratory tests results and determines if results fall within the established safety limits for exam. Uses the iStat Analyzer to obtain results for required laboratory tests if not already preformed within required timeframe. Supervision is often administrative, and employee must contact radiologist or higher graded expert in the department or in some cases at another location. Employee may receive assignments for very difficult examinations. Employee understands and carries out the requests made by physicians or seeks assistance of the supervisor when an uncommon, unique or new procedure is required.

Performs general diagnostic radiographic exams of the head, spine (including myelography), chest, abdomen (including exams of GI tract, gallbladder, urinary system and fistula) and extremities (including arthrography). These are achieved by using diagnostic x-ray equipment such as fluoroscopic units, tomographic unit, and general diagnostic units, both digital and conventional.

Performs computed tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest and body with and without the use of contrast materials, including biopsies, interventional procedures and peripheral vascular examinations. Employee must be able to work independently and perform complex computed tomography exams without supervision. Work may be performed after hours and/or holidays with only off-site radiologist assistance available.

Operates a wide variety of computerized equipment such as Computed Radiography (CR), Direct Digital Radiography (DR), Digital Fluoroscopy, Computer Acquisition and post-processing workstations, PACS viewing stations, WEBPACS desk top viewing software, iStat Analyzer, and hospital computer systems such as VISTA and CPRS and performs picture archival duties. The technologist captures computerized radiographs, applies an algorithm, configures the image and verifies patient information before transmitting them to the picture archive system. This procedure requires the technologist to have a general knowledge of computer operations. Image manipulation and transmission is critical in computerized radiography, lost data can only be recaptured by repeating the radiograph.

Work Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday, 1:30pm - 12:00am (Variable Shifts as needed).This position includes Holidays, On-Call, Weekends and Overtime as needed for the function of the department.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $95,605 Per Year (GS 9)

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist ( Mammography) GS-09 duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• The technologist will independently operate mammography equipment to obtain examination of high quality.
• The technologist will independently perform screening, diagnostic, appropriate supplemental procedures, breast loci and biopsy exams.
• The technologist will independently make routine radiographic examinations of head, trunk, and extremities for diagnosis of illness or injuries.
• The technologist work closely with the lead technologist to perform quality control to record, track and maintain appropriate data. The technologist provides corrective actions and troubleshooting, and notifies the biomedical engineer as needed.
• The technologist accurately operates a wide variety of imaging equipment to obtain high quality images. This includes, but is not limited to, general diagnostic exams, Dexa scans (bone densitometry), fluoroscopy procedures, portable radiographs, and C-arm procedures in the Operating Room and Pain Clinic settings. The technologist is responsible for performing and maximizing utilization of all exam rooms and radiologic equipment.
• The technologist will determine technical factors (i.e., calculates the correct exposure factors of time, distance, kilovoltage, and milliamperage), set controls and operates equipment ensuring that the portion of the body specified receives the correct calculated exposure. The technologist adjusts technical factors for very difficult radiographic examinations. Sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required and makes exposures necessary for requested procedures in a safe manner.
• The technologist receives the patient, explains the procedure, properly positions the patient for a wide variety of examinations( makes necessary exposures and processes images for the requested examination.
• The technologist will case edits exams in a timely manner, and record any comments, fluoro time, patient dose, contrast media, time out procedures or any variations from protocol. The technologist ensures the successful transfer of images to Vista and PACS. If a failure occurs with image transfer the technologist contacts Supervisor and PACS administrator.
• As a team member along with a Radiologist, the technologist performs procedures such as cholecystograms, cholangiogram, HSG, loopogram, VCU, GI series, and single and air contrast barium enemas. Sets up the X-ray room; assures that sterile supplies, local anesthetics, contrast materials, catheters and other required equipment are present and laid out.
• Prepares and administers contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist, for the purpose of performing exams, such as, cystogram, exams of the GI tract, including UGI's, single and double BE's, and small bowel examinations.
• Performs and completes imaging studies within the established guidelines for stat, pre-op, urgent and routine exams. Technologist provides timely and appropriate access to health care by implementing "Best Practices".
• The technologist can set up and operate a variety of axillary equipment within the department including but not limited to, oxygen tanks and regulator, vital monitors, defibrillator and suction equipment.
• Schedules patients for examinations. Registers patients for examinations and updates status as necessary. Performs clerical and file room duties as they relate to patient care within the section.
• Reviews new developments in the field and recommends to the Mammography Technologist Supervisor adoption of those which would
  improve the operations of the radiology section.
• Must be knowledgeable of all aspects of Diagnostic X-ray. The practice of Mammography is regulated by the VHA according to ACR standards and in compliance with the FDA's MQSA. Technologists involved in performing mammography are required by these regulations to be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and must have advanced ARRT certification in Mammography.
• The incumbent must have a thorough knowledge of ACR standards, VHA requirements and policies and the FDA's MQSA regulations associated with radiographic quality control techniques.

Work Schedule: Friday - Monday, 7:30am-6:00pm, Holidays, on-call, and rotating shifts if needed for patient care.
Compressed/Flexible:Available
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $95,605 Per Year (GS 9)

This Supervisory Training Instructor position is located in Training and Development, Training Center Division, Canine Training Center, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to:

• Serves as a central point of contact for scheduling and overseeing training instructors and course deliveries.
• Conducts performance reviews and quality assurance assessments for subordinates to ensure standards are met.
• Foster and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Responds appropriately to staff and student misconduct which may include disciplinary action.
• Works with TSA-Academy West Senior Leadership Section Chiefs to coordinate, implement and maintain communication of schedules, training delivery program updates, policies, procedures, and directives.
• Creates and manages performance metrics to identify and resolve inefficiencies in areas in need of process improvement.
• Participates in the development of strategic planning initiatives, workforce planning, succession planning initiatives, and other reports and documents for TSA-Academy West Senior Leadership Section Chiefs.
• Ensures the establishment of a collegial learning environment that respects the integrity and professionalism of instructional and administrative staff.

Starting at $99,764 Per Year (SV I)

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): AUTHORIZED
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): AUTHORIZED
Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more.
EDRP Authorized: Facility EDRP Coordinator: Adam Blas-Rodriguez, at ADAM.BLAS-RODRIGUEZ@VA.GOV, VISN 8 CCOE.
Contact Adam Blas-Rodriguez, at ADAM.BLAS-RODRIGUEZ@VA.GOV, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance

The VA Caribbean Healthcare System is recruiting for an Physician (Radiation Oncology) to serve at the San Juan VA Medical Center. The Radiation Oncologist works with and is supported by Radiation Oncology Section leadership, and provides direct clinical and administrative oversight for mid-level practitioners, physics, dosimetry, radiation therapists and other clinical staff as assigned. The Radiation Oncologist duties consist of but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for providing services in an efficient, high-quality, cost effective manner within budget allocation.
• Works directly with Chief, Radiation Oncology Section to assist in ensuring adequate and appropriate staffing. Participates in recruitment, hiring, evaluation and disciplinary actions for staff.
• Works with the Chief, Radiation Oncology Section and other staff as appropriate, supports operations issues/problems resolution in a logical, step-wise fashion. Participates in a forum in which staff identifies, communicate, and resolve issues related to Radiation Oncology Section, Medical Center ancillary and support operations, and VISN-wide mandates.
• Works with the Chief, Radiation Oncology Section and other disciplines as necessary to support, contribute to and implement policies, procedures, performance goals, strategic plans and initiatives.
• Seeks and enhances opportunities to promote and strengthen the Medical Center's and VISN goals. Responsible for implementing the goal of improving care for patients within the Medical Center and VISN.
• Has basic understanding of managed care practices, includinghealth care finance, billing, coding and documentation. Knowledge, ability and willingness to use and promote the dissemination among clinical staff of current automated technology for Health Information Management Sections (HIMS), patient data tracking, patient orders, etc.
• Contributes to the development, maintenance and enhancement of relations with internal and external entities including but not limited to: medical and nursing schools, local public and private health care entities, colleagues in other Patient Services and Integrated Services such as Information Technology, Laboratory, and Business Office, labor, and VISN.
• Participates in Radiation Oncology Section strategic planning.
• Participates in local administrative, management, quality assurance, and other assignments, meetings or committees.
• Provides direct patient care as a consultant in outpatient clinics and/or inpatient wards and will participate in the Radiation Oncology Section on call schedule.
• Performance reflects and demonstrates support of the Radiation Oncology Section Chief, Radiology Service Chief, Chief of Staff, Medical Center Director's, VISN Network and national goals.
• Participates in regular peer review activities.

Preferred Experience:

• Completed Training and graduated from an accredited Radiation Oncology Residency Program. Certified by the ABR.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 7 AM to 3:30 PM

Starting at $375,000 Per Year (VM 00)