Surgical Technician

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Ann Arbor (MI); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

LTC Charles S Kettles VA Medical Center in Ann Arbor, MI seeks a Surgical Technician at the GS-7 level with specialized experience in aseptic technique, sterile field management and handling surgical instruments. Education can supplement experience per the IOR, with preference for graduates of an accredited Surgical Technology program and AST certification.

Applicants should demonstrate knowledge of sterilization, infection control policies, and ability to support sterile procedures in the

Qualifications

• Specialized experience includes applying knowledge of medical instruments, anatomy, physiology and aseptic technique.
• Education can substitute for experience with graduate coursework related to surgical technology.
• Combination of education and experience can meet the requirements for GS-07 level.

Connaissances

Sterile technique

Infection control

Medical instruments handling

Anatomy knowledge

Sterilization procedures

Formation

Graduate education (18 semester hours)

Education from an accredited college/university

Description du poste

This position is in the Surgery Service in the Operating Room Suite at the LTC Charles S Kettles VA Medical Center (506) Ann Arbor, Michigan. The incumbent serves as the Surgical Technician functions at an advanced level with specific and specialized training and skills required in the Surgery work setting.

Time-In-Grade Requirement

Does not apply to Direct hire positions.

INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT (IOR):

An IOR is a basic requirement that must be met in order to qualify for entry into this job series, and it is something that can't be waived. To qualify for the GS-0640 occupational series, applicants MUST possess the following:

• Specialized Experience (for positions at GS-4 and above): Technician experience is experience that requires application of the knowledge, methods, and techniques of the position to be filled.

To qualify for this position at the GS-7 level, you must meet one of the following:

Specialized Experience:

One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-06 grade level in the federal service); experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience includes utilizing knowledge of medical instruments, human anatomy, physiology, and aseptic technique to prepare and protect sterile field during surgery; exercising sterile technique to include sterilizer operations and tests to determine the effectiveness of sterilization, packaging, storage, and shelf life; handling medical instruments, supplies and equipment during all surgical procedures; performing proper cleaning techniques, as well as the proper handling and rotation of sterile supplies; handling contaminated items, quality control, and personal hygiene, using knowledge of universal precautions and implementing infection control policies and procedures. NOTE: Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

OR

Education.

Applicants may substitute education for the experience required for the GS-07 level. One full year of graduate education (18 semester hours) or an internship in course matter that must include courses directly related to the work of the Surgical Technician position such as anatomy and physiology, surgical technology, aseptic techniques, etc. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. NOTE: Transcripts (unofficial or official) must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation.

OR

Combination:

Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at the GS-07 level.Combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience, as described above, which meet the total experience requirements for this grade level. The education portion must include graduate courses directly related to the work of the Surgical Technician position. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. NOTE: Transcripts (unofficial or official) must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 60 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-07. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Preferred Experience:

Applicant must be a graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology and have worked as a surgical technician at least one year. AST Certification is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Note:

A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.