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The CC&ICM nurse is directly responsible to the designated manager in the assigned area. The CC&ICM nurse is administratively responsible for the daily operations of the VA Eastern Kansas Health Care System (EKHCS) CC&ICM program. Ensures compliance with local facility and VA Central Office directives and handbooks, as well as the Joint Commission, and other accrediting bodies and regulatory standards as needed. They are responsible for program operations. They manage and control the use of data related to these programs regarding day-to-day functioning and program evaluation. In conjunction with the leadership team and SW counterparts, organizes and directs administrative, operational, Veteran and personnel activities for the service.

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

Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
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

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
Telework: Ad-Hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $57,102 Per Year (VN 00)

NOTE: A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive is authorized for Highly Qualified Applicants.

The Spvsry Medical Instrument Technician-Vascular:

• Advises Vascular Surgeons or referring physician of significant abnormalities that would require their immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing examination for the purpose of acquiring high quality examinations that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders.
• Supervises ultrasound examinations of the abdomen, neck, chest and extremities, retroperitoneal space, pelvis, and Vascular studies for
• Supervises venous patency with flow measurements and characteristics (using pulse and continuous wave Doppler techniques). Additional extremity exams may include hemodialysis graft evaluation, venous mapping, and venous insufficiency scans in accordance with established practice guidelines. Will also perform abdominal aorta, carotid-artery duplex exams.
• Supervises Ankle Brachial Index measurements (or ABIs).
• Supervises and participates in training of students, technicians so that these individuals may acquire an understanding of the principles of ultrasound and how it relates to other diagnostic exams.
• Supervises and performs training of technicians or technologists for any new Ultrasound or Vascular procedure.
• Supervises routine clerical procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate ultrasound records so that easy recall of patient examinations may be achieved. This requires maintaining a diagnostic log, patient schedule log, and procedure log, editing and when necessary registering patients in the Radiology Information System (RIS)
• Makes multiple simultaneous settings and adjustments in operation of equipment to ensure accurate results. On the basis of radiologic findings, determines necessary ultrasound procedures to yield definitive diagnostic findings.
• Reviews new developments in the field and recommends to supervisor those that would improve the operation of the section.
• Maintains adequate supplies so that examinations are not delayed due to the lack of necessary equipment and supplies.
• Develops and maintains patient prep procedures so that patients, nurses, etc. understand the proper preparations for ultrasound examinations in an effort to minimize delays of examinations. These preps are disseminated either by written preparation information or by telephone conversation.
• Explains examinations to be performed to the patients so that an understanding of the purpose of the study as well as any requirements of the patients are thoroughly understood. This is done so that an adequate ultrasound study may be obtained in an effort to assure diagnostic examinations for the purpose of treatment and diagnosis of disorders. Obtains written consent whenever necessary (interventional, e.g., biopsy, aspiration, etc).
• Reviews related medical information found in the patient's electronic medical record to correlate lab and x-ray values for the Radiologist. Distributes ultrasound examinations and related information to the radiologist responsible for the interpretation of the exams. This is done so that treatment based on diagnosis may be effectuated in a timely manner.
• Assists quality assurance technologists in performing quality assurance testing on the ultrasound unit using phantoms, test tools, test check lists, etc. for the purpose of assuring peak performance of the ultrasound equipment. Assures that preventative maintenance and any required QA is completed in a timely manner. Maintains records of the quality assurance testing so that easy reference is available should servicing be necessary: (weekly basis)
• Performs or schedules routine housekeeping duties to assure that the ultrasound area is clean and sanitary. This is done so that when sterile procedures are required in the ultrasound area, there is minimal possibility of cross contamination due to unsanitary conditions.
• Follows standard operating procedures for disinfection of all transducers utilized.
• Evaluate new products and equipment and make recommendations concerning developments which would improve operations.
• Forecast resource and equipment needs and make suggestions to service Chief.
• Develop protocols and update policies and procedure manuals as well as instruct new ultra-sonographers and medical students of correct methodology of diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
• The incumbent must be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the medical center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: 8: 00a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Recruitment Incentive: Recruitment Incentive is Authorized for highly qualified applicants.
Financial Discloser Report: Not required
Position Title/Functional Statement #:Supervisory Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular)/PD81735F

Starting at $62,898 Per Year (GS 10)

• Recommends promotion or reassignment of subordinate supervisors. Makes formal appraisals of their work performance.
• Analysis of data from legacy Electronic Maintenance Inspection Data Analysis System (EMIDAS) and LMP/CAMs quality module to identify improvements for cost, quality and schedule.
• Make decisions on cases which require interpretation of regulation, administrative rules, and organizational policy.
• Counsels' subordinates regarding career potential and opportunities.
• Develop recommendation corrects approaches to resolve critical problems affecting production operations, that include manpower, facilities, equipment, funding/budget and schedules.
• Ensures that necessary documentation pertaining to compliance with hazardous materials/waste regulations and procedures is accurate

Starting at $99,265 Per Year (GS 14)

• Review long and short range goal and objectives prepared by subordinates.
• Manage the development of policy changes in response to changes in levels of appropriation or other legislated changes.
• Manage organizational changes, or major changes to the structure and content of the program or program segment directed.
• Exercise discretionary authority to approve the allocation and distribution of funds in the organization's budget.
• Plan schedule, organize, and coordinate planning support activities upon request from major commands and installations.
• Design and prepare contract documents for various types of environmental contracts.
• Coordinate with contractors concerning all work to be performed under the contract and conducts negotiation to secure a fair reasonable cost for the work.
• Approve selections, promotions, performance ratings, awards, overtime, training, suspensions and other disciplinary actions.
• Approve performance standards, hearing and resolving group grievances and serious employee complaints, and promoting team building.

Starting at $148,507 Per Year (GS 15)

• Managing all functions associated with store operations and business administration (e.g., accounting and budgeting, requisition and procurement; monitoring expenditures, program obligations, and expense targets; resourcing/UMD, coordinating/liaising with host command), and human resources programs and actions (e.g., staffing, recruitment, interviewing, performance management, Equal Employment Opportunity [EEO], Affirmative Action, etc.).
• Reviewing financial, personnel and manpower, and statistical data reports to determine efficiency of operations and human resources utilization within all divisions of the store, and correcting deficiencies.
• Ensuring store policies and management's internal controls are established and followed.
• Collaborating with division managers to plan for and provide support for current and future commissary requirements while considering such factors as grocery industry trends, resale product and store equipment costs, stock turnover rates, supply fluctuations, lead time, and seasonal needs.
• Exercising supervisory responsibilities for administrative division employees, to include assigning and balancing workload, conducting on-the-job (OJT) training, identifying training needs, preparing performance plans, assessing performance, recommending or finalizing disciplinary actions, approving/disapproving leave requests, and hearing and resolving employee complaints.
• May represent the commissary at a variety of meetings: commander's, Commissary Advisory Council, Base Facilities Utilization Board, Budget Working Group, Base Civil Engineering, and host Antiterrorism and Threat Working Groups.

Starting at $69,107 Per Year (GS 11)

• Develop procurement plans by reviewing previous history, market conditions, and specifications/technical data packages.
• Analyze and evaluate findings contained in audit reports and supports recommendations with detailed analysis of each cost element.
• Identify areas subject to negotiation (e.g., price, quantity discounts, packaging, payment discounts, transportation, and delivery, etc.).
• Perform cost analysis to assist with determining acceptability of technical proposals prior to conducting reward surveys for determining responsibility of prospective contractor.
• Ensure post-award actions taken are following all applicable laws, regulations and procedures, and Executive Orders.

Starting at $71,402 Per Year (GS 11-12)

This position is with the Facilities Management service at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville, NC. The primary duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Lifecycle management of all medical systems such as imaging, life support, dialysis, and monitoring to include physical and network support.
• Coordinates and works effectively with other facility support departments including but not limited to Facilities Management Service (FMS), Office of Information Technology (OIT), Patient Safety, Sterile Processing Service (SPS), Logistics, Contracting, Informatics, and Environmental Management Service (EMS). Specific tasks include but are not limited to incoming inspections, regular and unscheduled maintenance, and planning for end of life replacement in conjunction with clinical services. Utilizes common test equipment including, but not limited to patient simulators, pulse generators, network analyzers, test phantoms, electrical safety analyzers, oscilloscopes, and multimeters.
• Maintains functional knowledge of relevant safety codes and standards of regulatory bodies including, but not limited to, The Joint Commission (TJC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI).
• Documents all work performed in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). This documentation is completed in accordance with regulatory body requirements, the Office of Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) Documentation of Services policies and guidelines, and other VA requirements.
• Applies basic networking principles to resolve medical system communication issues including, but not limited to, node to server failures. Adheres to VA Medical Device Cyber Security policies and procedures in pre-procurement, during system implementation, and throughout the life of the system. Loads operating system (OS) and clinical application software as needed. Executes VA policy when responding to network incident response (due to infection, loss of services due to policy changes).
• As assigned, functions as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and keeps appropriate certification levels. Uses knowledge of government contract procedures and documentation requirements to develop statements of work, sole source justifications, other applicable documentation (VA Form 6550, Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE), etc.) and to oversee vendor work. Collaborates with Logistics and Contracting to procure parts and services; functions as a purchase card holder, as required.
• Investigates, remediates and documents Repairable Medical Device (RMD) recalls and safety alerts issued through the VA Alerts and Recall Management System (ARMS) within established timeframes. Participates in local safety improvement processes such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), safety work groups, and Environment of Care Rounds. Identifies hazards during routine job performance and takes action to ensure they are addressed and corrected.
• Maintains knowledge of the state of the art in medical technology, including scientific advances, network protocols, and vendor changes. Focuses on professional development in all areas of medical technology lifecycle management including technical skills. Knowledge and training is obtained from formal (conference, vendor-provided classes) or informal (magazines, articles, peer training) means.
• Provides training and education as appropriate to medical technology end users and clinical staff.
• Provides mentoring and technical training to peers and BESS at developmental levels.
• May be tasked with leading and managing installation or upgrade projects for medical devices and systems. This includes but is not limited to pre-implementation planning and coordination with end users, vendors, and other onsite support staff (OIT, Informatics, SPS, etc.)
• Additional duties are performed as assigned by supervisor related to maintenance, remediation, and tracking of medical systems (action items, special projects, etc.) to meet mission critical requirements. May be asked to assist in other administrative duties as well, including participating in hiring panels.
• Represents Biomedical/Clinical Engineering department on committees and in meetings as delegated by supervisor.

Work Schedule: M-F 0800- 4:30PM
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Recruitment/Relocation Incentives: A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive has been authorized for this recruitment for highly qualified applicants.

Starting at $82,898 Per Year (GS 11)

• You will serve as an authority on labor relations matters for customer commands and as a member of management teams to negotiate collective bargaining agreements.
• You will be responsible for making recommendations that strongly influence management’s position in negotiations, disputes with unions, employee grievances, and other industrial problems.
• You will advise all levels of supervisors in achieving positive discipline and in studying and analyzing the human relations aspect of the discipline problem.
• You will recommend strategies and procedures that ensure effectiveness and assures compliance of actions taken, remaining alert for changes, as conditions require.
• You will provide technical advice to employees and supervisors concerning hours of work, leave and absences, and pay administration.
• You will provide technical advice to employees and supervisors concerning interpretation and application of Fair Labor Standards Act, political activity, medical evaluation examinations, and Standards of Conduct.
• You will present training to supervisors.

Starting at $71,817 Per Year (GS 11-12)

Major Duties:

• Assesses and treats the highly complex physical, mental illness and psychosocial issues of patients.
• Possesses knowledge and experience in use of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment procedures, including acute, chronic and traumatic illnesses, and substance abuse disorders.
• Identifies and screens patients for psychosocial needs, to include high risk screening.
• Ability to independently implement treatment modalities, provide counseling or psychotherapy, .and conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments.
• Possesses the knowledge of assessment, treatment, discharge, and aftercare planning.
• Develops and implements methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in specialty area, utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services.
• Ability to design changes based on empirical findings.
• Participates in planning, organizing, and coordinating social work services in the hospital, and preparing and implementing the referral selection process of veterans to VA programs.
• Offers consultation to colleagues on the psychosocial treatment of patients treated in specialty areas, rendering professional opinions based on experience and expertise and role modeling effective social work practice skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to teach and mentor staff in the special area of practice and to provide supervision for licensure or specialty certifications.

Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Starting at $106,649 Per Year (GS 12)

Major duties and responsibilities are summarized below.

Plans, organizes, develops, implements, and manages a diverse and comprehensive fitness, sports, and aquatics program, within the scope of objectives and guidelines established at higher organizational levels, to include related facilities (e.g., group exercise classes; self- directed fitness sports, and aquatics programs; aquatics programs; incentive programs; special events; intramural, extramural and varsity sports; instructional programs; and awareness and education programs). Coordinates with city, state, other military bases, and pertinent organizations in establishing a well-rounded fitness and sports program and to effectively promote all aspects of health/wellness to the community. Coordinates with base organizations to ensure fitness advisory members are assigned and the bylaws and philosophy of fitness programs are thoroughly understood. Prepares appropriated fund (APF) and NAF budgets, which include the expenditures required to conduct the fitness, sports and aquatics programs (categories A and B). Monitors contract services and properly performs quality assessment and evaluation (QAE) responsibilities. Completes local needs assessments and/or local surveys annually to determine customer needs and incorporates these finding into the annual program plan. Solicits, interviews, selects, and directs volunteers and contract instructors for activities and specialty programs. Ensures the program meets or exceeds industry standards as established by governmental and private organizations such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Department of Defense (DoD), American College of Sports Medicine, etc. Coordinates the use and maintenance of indoor and outdoor facilities, which may include but is not limited to, gymnasium(s), fitness center(s), tennis court(s), swimming pool(s), softball field(s), jogging track(s), football field(s) and soccer field(s) to accommodate the comprehensive installation fitness, aquatics, and sports programs. Coordinates with and assists engineers on requirements related to construction of all new indoor and outdoor fitness and athletic facilities. Coordinates with Naval Facilities Engineering Command, and other base agencies (e.g., Safety Office) regarding requirements for maintenance and repair of fitness, sports and aquatic facilities and purchase and installation of new equipment. Develops a five-year facility improvement program to maintain a state of the art program, prepares construction plans for renovations/additions or expansion and submits work orders for all minor construction projects from inception to completion. Ensures inventory control of all property, equipment and supplies to protect government assets and determines replacement requirements levels. Directs work to be accomplished by a staff that includes Fitness Coordinator, Sports Coordinator, Aquatics Coordinator, Fitness Facility Coordinator, Outdoor Maintenance Supervisor and other subordinate staff. Assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities. Conducts annual performance reviews of staff. Ensures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions. Addresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate, corrective action(s) as necessary. Supports CNIC's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; and ensures equitable treatment of all staff.

A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.

Starting at $68,000 Per Year (NF 4)

As a Hydrologist within the South Atlantic Water Science Center, some of your specific duties will include:

• Planning and performing hydrologic and water quality studies.
• Collecting hydrologic, water quality, hydrogeologic, and geospatial data.
• Analyzing and interpreting data by using statistical and geospatial techniques and numerical models.
• Applying Scientific and technical expertise to hydrologic and water-quality investigations.
• Communicating scientific information orally and in writing to both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Operating a government owned or leased vehicle as an incidental driver.

Physical Demands:

The work regularly combines both office and field assignments. Field work requires physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, or recurring and considerable walking, stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, and climbing such as in regular and periodic construction activities and field inspections. Work may also include frequent lifting of moderately heavy items weighing less than 50 pounds. Field assignments may also involve operating small watercraft, driving motor vehicles to work sites, some of which may be remote, and include overnight stays in remote locations.

Work Environment:

The work involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risks, discomforts, and unpleasantness such as: high noise levels, infectious materials, or toxic or irritating chemicals; travel in safety approved small aircraft and water craft; high winds and low or high temperatures; infestation of dangerous reptiles or poisonous plants, snakes, or insects; adverse weather conditions; noxious fumes; flammable liquids; or radiation. The work involves performing tasks in close proximity to rotating heavy mechanical and electrical machinery and may involve working within confined spaces for extensive periods of time. Special safety precautions such as protective clothing and gear are necessary. Safety precautions and protocols are observed at all times and the scientist complies with safety instructions and regulations and ensures individual and others' safety by promptly reporting unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and accidents to the supervisor.

Starting at $59,505 Per Year (GS 9-11)

• You will interpret various regulations pertaining to packing, packaging, crating, shipping, handling, and storing material being prepared for shipment.
• You will secure, pack, and apply additional internal packing material to shipment being prepared for transportation.
• You will secure materials using blocking and bracing techniques.
• You will collect critical measurements data in order to not weight and cubic dimensions of material to be shipped and annotates information on shipping documentation.
• You will make decisions regarding appropriate method of packing and crating materials.
• You will prepare shipping documents, affixes proper packing list and shipping labels, or stencils correct identifying and shipping and handling instructions on shipping containers.

Starting at $24.94 Per Hour (WG 8)

The Engineering Laboratory promotes U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology for engineered systems in ways that enhance economic security and improve quality of life.

We are looking for an Administrative Office Assistant to join our team!

If selected at the ZS-IV level, you will serve as an Administrative Office Assistant within the Engineering Laboratory to assist the Senior Management Advisor and Administrative Officers. Under general supervisory guidance, you will be expected to perform a variety of administrative duties consistent with programmatic objectives and NIST policies. This includes carrying out duties related to:

• Budget
• Financial management
• Human resource tasks
• Acquisition actions
• Awards
• Bankcard activities
• Travel management
• Guest researcher tasks

You will also be expected to routinely communicate with staff and management across the organizational unit and provide guidance to identify and resolve administrative problems. This will include supporting current policies/processes and assisting with implementing new administrative policies/processes as needed. This will require the ability to effectively problem solve and perform analyses.

If selected at the ZS-V level, you will serve as an Administrative Office Assistant within the Engineering Laboratory to assist the Senior Management Advisor and Administrative Officers. You will be expected to independently perform a variety of complex administrative duties consistent with programmatic objectives and NIST policies. This includes carrying out duties related to:

• Budget
• Financial management
• Human resource tasks
• Acquisition actions
• Awards
• Bankcard activities
• Travel management
• Guest researcher tasks

You will also be expected to serve as a resource, provide training and guidance, and routinely communicate with staff and management inside and outside the organizational unit to identify and resolve administrative problems. This will require the ability to effectively problem solve, perform analyses, and recommend solutions.

Starting at $53,105 Per Year (ZS 4-5)

• Advise and assist in the planning, development and operation of the patient safety/infection prevention and control program and serve as the expert in the area of policies, procedures and implementation.
• Provide recommendations for the cleaning and sterilization of dental devices and ensure compliance with all manufacturer IFUs for cleaning, sterilization and maintenance.
• Oversee the investigation of all Patient Safety events.
• Provide feedback to activity staff regarding the identification and follow-up of patient safety events and lessons learned.
• Implement initiatives and/or changes to meet patient needs in a quality conscious, resource efficient manner.

Starting at $69,107 Per Year (GS 11)

• You will serve as a technical expert and provide structural engineering and design services to all activities and tenants for a broad range of facilities served by NAVFAC.
• You will provide independent, timely and professional specialized structural engineering products, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction and maintenance of facilities.
• You will serve as an expert in advanced structural engineering concepts, principles and practices as they apply to a wide range of shore facilities including piers, housing, medical facilities, and aviation facilities.
• You will lead multi-discipline design teams engaged in the design of complex projects.
• You will develop complex designs and analyses utilizing advanced structural Engineering software.

Starting at $98,496 Per Year (GS 13)