Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)-Chief
Summary
The Chief of Sterile Processing Service (SPS) is primarily responsible for staff supervision and administrative work concerned with analyzing, developing, evaluating or promoting improvements in the policies, plans, methods, procedures, systems, or techniques of Sterile Processing and decontamination and Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) operations at the Sheridan VA Health Care System (SVAHCS).
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Overview
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/25/2024 to 05/01/2024
Salary
$80,993 - $105,288 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 10
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Sheridan, WY 1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes-as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent -
Work schedule
Full-time -
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
0622 Medical Supply Aide And Technician
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness
Announcement number
CBSU-12395883-24-MJR
Control number
788409700
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This job is open to
Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agency
This position is ONLY open to current, permanent, Sheridan, Wyoming VA Health Care System Employees.
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Duties
The Chief has the overall responsibility for the supervision, administrative management and direction of the SPS. Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
Ensures SPS functions are in compliance with all regulatory mandates and guidance. Implements and incorporates regulations, policies and procedures to manage SPS operations.
Forecasts, plans, develops and manages the SPS program. Evaluates new products and equipment, develop options, and makes recommendations.
Manages SPS personnel and serves as liaison between SPS and other departments, facilities, VISN and VACO. 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.
Evaluates new products and equipment, develop options, and make recommendations.
Utilizes office automation equipment, personal computers, bar code scanners, fax and copier machines, software programs, and possesses the ability to apply skills to ever changing office/inventory technologies. Proficient in utilizing CENSITRAC, ChemDAQ, Temp Trak, and other VA automated systems.
Serves as the facility subject matter expert for all Sterile Processing related matters. Initiates and lead interdisciplinary groups in order to facilitate daily SPS functions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
ON-GOING EDUCATION AND TRAINING/COMPETENCY VALIDATION
This position requires a mandatory SPS/RME Certification by Infectious Disease Program Office and VACO (Level I & II) and additional International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management course completion and certification (IAHCSMM).
Incumbent will be self-directed in completing orientation and on-going mandatory education. Will actively participate in annual competency assessment and validation.
CONTINUED ACCREDITATION READINESS
Ensures his/her actions contribute to a mode of continued accreditation readiness regarding Joint Commission (JC), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (GARF), VA surveys, Laboratory College of American Pathologists (CAP), Long Term Care Institute (L TCI) and other survey teams.
Articulates standards of care and practice, policies and procedures/SOPs, documentation is complete and timely, has situational awareness of safety and other environment of care issues, initiates corrective actions (If not me, who? If not now, when?), maintains safety and infection control standards, strictly protects verbal, written and electronic patient personal and health information, maintains a professional, healthcare business environment, participates in and can articulate performance improvement data and how it impacts patient care.
OTHER FACTORS
This position requires flexibility in schedule and assignments, as this is a 24/7 hospital. Position may require rotation of tours or indefinite work on non-administrative tours as established by the immediate supervisor. Self-motivated in the pursuit of meeting professional work standards and dimensions of practice.
If the incumbent is a purchase card holder, performs the duties of a Government-wide Purchase Care Program cardholder in support of his/her service/department/service line. The cardholder is required to complete all required training courses as directed by the agency/organization program coordinator. Responsible for the proper use of the purchase card, being knowledgeable and complying with assigned spending regulations. Complies with all Federal, VA, and local purchase card program regulations. Verifies funds availability prior to making purchases and ensures receipt of goods ordered. Safeguards the purchase card at all times. Complies with all purchase card program audits.
Work Schedule: M-F, 07:30-4:00PM
Telework: Ad-hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 54327-O
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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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.
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
Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship
Citizen of the United States.
English Language Proficiency
Medical Supply Technicians (MSTs) must be proficient in spoken and written English.
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.
OR
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.
Certification
None
Grade Determinations:
GS-10 Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) - Chief
Experience
One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09).
AND
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Ability to implement and incorporate regulations, policies, and procedures to manage SPS operations.
Ability to evaluate new products and equipment, develop options, and make recommendations.
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.
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.
Skill to initiate and lead interdisciplinary groups in order to facilitate daily SPS functions.
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.
Preferred
Experience: Veteran Health Administration SPS Certification and HSPA's Certified Registered Central Service Technician or CBSPD.
References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-47
Physical Requirements:
This work requires regular and recurring strenuous physical exertion, such as lifting medical supply items weighing more than 50 pounds, pushing and pulling heavy medical supply carts weighing several hundred pounds and working them over rises such as door sills or positioning them on elevators through doorways and up and down ramps. Incumbent will be required to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time with regular and recurring bending, stretching and stooping. The area can be quite noisy due to the clatter of metal upon metal when working with instruments and trays, the rumbling of carts and the operation of sterilizing equipment, ultrasonic cleaner, washer-disinfector, steam guns and exhaust fans. The incumbent must carefully monitor the work areas to minimize potential exposure to chemicals and ensure compliance with OSHA, VA and local policies and regulations. Employee is encouraged and in some areas required to wear hearing protection devices.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
On a regular and recurring basis, the employee alternates between a contaminated environment and a carefully controlled clean environment. In both, the employee is required to wear special protective clothing which is often uncomfortably warm and restrictive. If processing contaminated RME, the employee must wear hair cover, decontamination gloves, impervious gown/jumpsuit, shoe cover, and face-shield. The employee uses insulated gloves to remove trays from sterilizers. The employee is subject to burns from accidentally touching hot items and surfaces. The employee is required to handle items that are contaminated with blood and bodily fluids. Very strong and unpleasant odors are frequently encountered in the processing of particular items. The area can be quite noisy due to the clatter of metal upon metal when working with instruments and trays, the rumbling of carts and the operation of sterilizing equipment, ultrasonic and disinfectant washers, steam guns and exhaust fans.
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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Additional information
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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Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
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.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Chief of Sterile Processing Service (SPS) is primarily responsible for staff supervision and administrative work concerned with analyzing, developing, evaluating or promoting improvements in the policies, plans, methods, procedures, systems, or techniques of Sterile Processing and decontamination and Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) operations at the Sheridan VA Health Care System (SVAHCS).
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Overview
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/25/2024 to 05/01/2024
Salary
$80,993 - $105,288 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 10
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Sheridan, WY 1 vacancy
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes-as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent -
Work schedule
Full-time -
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
0622 Medical Supply Aide And Technician
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness
Announcement number
CBSU-12395883-24-MJR
Control number
788409700
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This job is open to
Internal to an agency
Current federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agency
This position is ONLY open to current, permanent, Sheridan, Wyoming VA Health Care System Employees.
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Duties
The Chief has the overall responsibility for the supervision, administrative management and direction of the SPS. Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
Ensures SPS functions are in compliance with all regulatory mandates and guidance. Implements and incorporates regulations, policies and procedures to manage SPS operations.
Forecasts, plans, develops and manages the SPS program. Evaluates new products and equipment, develop options, and makes recommendations.
Manages SPS personnel and serves as liaison between SPS and other departments, facilities, VISN and VACO. 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.
Evaluates new products and equipment, develop options, and make recommendations.
Utilizes office automation equipment, personal computers, bar code scanners, fax and copier machines, software programs, and possesses the ability to apply skills to ever changing office/inventory technologies. Proficient in utilizing CENSITRAC, ChemDAQ, Temp Trak, and other VA automated systems.
Serves as the facility subject matter expert for all Sterile Processing related matters. Initiates and lead interdisciplinary groups in order to facilitate daily SPS functions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
ON-GOING EDUCATION AND TRAINING/COMPETENCY VALIDATION
This position requires a mandatory SPS/RME Certification by Infectious Disease Program Office and VACO (Level I & II) and additional International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management course completion and certification (IAHCSMM).
Incumbent will be self-directed in completing orientation and on-going mandatory education. Will actively participate in annual competency assessment and validation.
CONTINUED ACCREDITATION READINESS
Ensures his/her actions contribute to a mode of continued accreditation readiness regarding Joint Commission (JC), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (GARF), VA surveys, Laboratory College of American Pathologists (CAP), Long Term Care Institute (L TCI) and other survey teams.
Articulates standards of care and practice, policies and procedures/SOPs, documentation is complete and timely, has situational awareness of safety and other environment of care issues, initiates corrective actions (If not me, who? If not now, when?), maintains safety and infection control standards, strictly protects verbal, written and electronic patient personal and health information, maintains a professional, healthcare business environment, participates in and can articulate performance improvement data and how it impacts patient care.
OTHER FACTORS
This position requires flexibility in schedule and assignments, as this is a 24/7 hospital. Position may require rotation of tours or indefinite work on non-administrative tours as established by the immediate supervisor. Self-motivated in the pursuit of meeting professional work standards and dimensions of practice.
If the incumbent is a purchase card holder, performs the duties of a Government-wide Purchase Care Program cardholder in support of his/her service/department/service line. The cardholder is required to complete all required training courses as directed by the agency/organization program coordinator. Responsible for the proper use of the purchase card, being knowledgeable and complying with assigned spending regulations. Complies with all Federal, VA, and local purchase card program regulations. Verifies funds availability prior to making purchases and ensures receipt of goods ordered. Safeguards the purchase card at all times. Complies with all purchase card program audits.
Work Schedule: M-F, 07:30-4:00PM
Telework: Ad-hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 54327-O
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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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.
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
Basic Requirements:
United States Citizenship
Citizen of the United States.
English Language Proficiency
Medical Supply Technicians (MSTs) must be proficient in spoken and written English.
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.
OR
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.
Certification
None
Grade Determinations:
GS-10 Supervisory Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) - Chief
Experience
One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-09).
AND
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Ability to implement and incorporate regulations, policies, and procedures to manage SPS operations.
Ability to evaluate new products and equipment, develop options, and make recommendations.
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.
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.
Skill to initiate and lead interdisciplinary groups in order to facilitate daily SPS functions.
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.
Preferred
Experience: Veteran Health Administration SPS Certification and HSPA's Certified Registered Central Service Technician or CBSPD.
References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-47
Physical Requirements:
This work requires regular and recurring strenuous physical exertion, such as lifting medical supply items weighing more than 50 pounds, pushing and pulling heavy medical supply carts weighing several hundred pounds and working them over rises such as door sills or positioning them on elevators through doorways and up and down ramps. Incumbent will be required to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time with regular and recurring bending, stretching and stooping. The area can be quite noisy due to the clatter of metal upon metal when working with instruments and trays, the rumbling of carts and the operation of sterilizing equipment, ultrasonic cleaner, washer-disinfector, steam guns and exhaust fans. The incumbent must carefully monitor the work areas to minimize potential exposure to chemicals and ensure compliance with OSHA, VA and local policies and regulations. Employee is encouraged and in some areas required to wear hearing protection devices.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
On a regular and recurring basis, the employee alternates between a contaminated environment and a carefully controlled clean environment. In both, the employee is required to wear special protective clothing which is often uncomfortably warm and restrictive. If processing contaminated RME, the employee must wear hair cover, decontamination gloves, impervious gown/jumpsuit, shoe cover, and face-shield. The employee uses insulated gloves to remove trays from sterilizers. The employee is subject to burns from accidentally touching hot items and surfaces. The employee is required to handle items that are contaminated with blood and bodily fluids. Very strong and unpleasant odors are frequently encountered in the processing of particular items. The area can be quite noisy due to the clatter of metal upon metal when working with instruments and trays, the rumbling of carts and the operation of sterilizing equipment, ultrasonic and disinfectant washers, steam guns and exhaust fans.
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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Additional information
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.
Read more
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
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.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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