Total 48 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Worcester, Massachusetts

In the Primary Care setting, the RN HBPC uses the nursing process and evidence-based practice to work collaboratively with the Teamlet (Patient, Primary Care Provider, RN Care Manager, Clinical Associate, and Clerical Associate) and expanded Team (family/caregiver, internal and community-based services and disciplines involved in providing care the patient) in developing the patient-driven holistic care plan for life.

Duties include, but are not limited:

• Provides patient and family health education with a focus on self-management, prevention, and wellness, based on the patient's goals
• Demonstrates leadership and mastery of practice in delivering efficient, comprehensive, and continuous patient-driven holistic care through active collaboration, communication and coordination of resources
• Supports the providers with their assigned panel of patients to provide effective disease and chronic care management
• Plans, assesses, implements, documents, and evaluates care for a designated group of patients across the continuum of care: recognizing the age related cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation needs of the adult and geriatric patient
• Triages and applies a collaborative team approach in identifying, analyzing, and resolving patient care problems
• Collaborates with patients to assess and identify needs, issues, care goals, and resources in critical factors for achieving desired outcomes for discharge, post hospital recovery and health maintenance/wellness
• Reviews options with patients and families, including costs, alternatives, risks/benefits and services
• Assists with navigation of health care systems and intervenes or refers as needed to facilitate the achievement of patient outcomes
• Actively participates in care delivery with priority attention to patient preference

Notifications:

• This position is an AFGE Bargaining Unit position.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50 (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
• This position is in the Excepted Service.
• The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
• Veterans' preference does not apply for other current permanent Federal agency employees.
• Selectee may be required to work at any VA Boston Healthcare System campus, as needed.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Days
Telework: Ad-hoc, to be determined by supervisor
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

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

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

Starting at $88,347 Per Year (VN 00)

Post Title:Medical Laboratory Assistant Pay Band:3 Hours:Full-time 37.5hrs worked Monday to Sunday. This will include 24/7 working as part of a shift pattern Part-time pro rata according to contract of employment. This will include 24/7 working as part of a shift pattern Location/ Department:Worcestershire Acute Hospitals Trust, Reports to:Pre Analytics Manager Blood Sciences and above through the laboratory structure Key Duties: To accurately enter patient and request data onto the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), making appropriate amendments as required, so as to enable the performance of appropriate or indicated investigation(s) of biological specimens, and the issue of reports to the source of the request, within identified timescales. A high degree of accuracy is required to ensure correct and complete clinical information is recorded so a correct interpretation of results can be made. To be proficient in all aspects of the routine use of the LIMS, in accordance with departmental procedures. To train, instruct and assess the competence of other members of staff, of whatever grade, in the correct use of the LIMS, as directed. Assessment of competence will be achieved through the use of exercises developed by the post holder and approved by the Pre-Analytical Manager. To undertake annual Personal Development Reviews of Band 2 staff in accordance with trust policy. Daily supervise and deploy MLA staff as is required, including staff rotas. Ensures that all MLA duties are performed in a timely manner in accordance with departmental quality standards including SOPs Supervises and receives stock delivered to the department ensuring storage is in accordance with departmental procedures Ensures regular stock inventories are carried out by MLA staff and a senior BMS is informed of supply deficiency Responsible of upkeep of stock in specimen reception area and perform general housekeeping duties. Carries out audits as required through quality management system and completes non-conformance records and submits to the senior BMS/Quality Lead. To store and archive reports of investigations in accordance with departmental procedures. To regularly review lists of Incomplete requests for investigations sent to other laboratories, and to take appropriate action to ensure the receipt of results within identified timescales so that patient treatment is not adversely affected. To bring to the attention of senior Biomedical Scientists any difficulties experienced in obtaining an appropriate response from the referral laboratory. To respond to telephone calls from medical and nursing staff within the hospital, or staff from surgeries and clinics, so that requests for results, additional/urgent investigations and technical advice are dealt with to the satisfaction of the caller, in accordance with departmental procedures and within limits of knowledge and capability, referring calls to qualified / senior staff as appropriate. To give out authorised results only, but only to appropriate staff as identified in the departmental Telephoning of Results procedure. To refer requests for technical advice to qualified Biomedical Scientists, as appropriate; to refer requests for clinical advice to Clinical Scientists / Consultants, as appropriate this is to ensure correct information is relayed to service users. To respond to any complaints that arise courteously, referring complainants to appropriate senior staff in all instances. To assist in the resolution of any discrepancies relating to reports issued by the department, addressing issues such as the sending of reports to incorrect locations, patients being unknown to staff at a given location or the inclusion of inaccurate / incomplete clinical details. In addition, to maintain appropriate and auditable records of all such occurences. To co-ordinate and participate in the scanning of request forms so that electronic images are readily available for the technical validation / clinical interpretation of results. To ensure the document scanner is maintained fit for use at all times and to work in conjunction with senior BMS staff to ensure that any malfunctions are addressed and rectified promptly. To ensure request forms, and any other documents containing confidential information, are retained and discarded in accordance with Trust and departmental procedures. To be familiar and practise in accordance with Data Protection regulations. To assist senior staff within the department with general office and laboratory duties. To take receipt of incoming mail and distribute throughout the department. To work in accordance with and maintain adherence to the safety standards outlined in the departmental Health and Safety Policy, thereby ensuring that the laboratory complies with regulatory requirements and is a safe, secure, clean and tidy working environment. To read, understand and practise in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all relevant tasks performed within the laboratory so as to ensure that such tasks are performed in a manner consistent with departmental policies. To respond appropriately to requests for laboratory consumables from wards, clinics and GP surgeries. To develop an understanding of the function and use of Information Technology and electronic communications. This includes the use of word processing packages, spreadsheets, databases and electronic communications. To work under the direct and indirect supervision of qualified staff within the department. To participate in mandatory training thus enabling the Trust to satisfy its regulatory requirements as an employer. To participate in and contribute to regular general departmental meetings that involve all staff to ensure that clear lines of communication are established and maintained To produce notes of the general departmental staff meetings, for authorisation by the Pre-Analytical Manager, within identified timescales. To participate in and contribute to regular Senior MLA meetings to help with departmental training, forward planning to ensure quality service provision, adequate staffing levels and to deal with any staffing issues. To assist the Pre-Analytics Manager in maintaining ESR records To assist the Pre-Analytical Manager with weekly rotas. To work in conjunction with all other staff, as directed, to achieve and maintain UKAS accreditation status. To participate in departmental Quality Management activities in a manner commensurate with the post. To be familiar with the Pathology Directorate Quality Policy and to ensure its consistent application to all departmental activities. To work under the direction of the departmental Quality Manager and/or Quality Leads in ensuring the effective implementation of the departmental Quality Management System (QMS). To maintain familiarity and practise in accordance with the SOPs for all relevant laboratory procedures. To participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives. To participate in scheduled audit activities. The programme of activities shall include horizontal, vertical and examination audits, in addition to internal audit of the QMS. To identify and alert senior staff to any non-conformances to optimal / required practice To participate in the implementation and review of appropriate remedial, corrective and/or preventative measures in response to reported non-conformances. To participate in training activities so that own competence to practise in the laboratory is demonstrably maintained through on-going assessment, as appropriate. To participate in the maintaining of records, for all staff of whatever grade, which indicate both training received and the outcome of any assessment(s) of competence, for all relevant laboratory procedures. To participate in training activities so that own competence to practice in the laboratory is demonstrably maintained through ongoing assessment, as appropriate. Duties associated within front Pathology Specimen Reception. To receive all patients and visitors to Pathology, promptly and with sympathy, politeness and courtesy. To assist with general clerical work as directed in the Pathology office or Specimen reception. To deal with telephone enquiries from doctors, nurses and other ward staff and for arrangement of tests with patients. The transfer of more involved queries to more senior laboratory staff. Issue various specimen containers to porters, ward staff and patients when requested. Package samples and arrange for them to be sent by taxi, courier or post as instructed. Put out items to be picked up by the courier for delivery to other hospitals or GP surgeries as required. To ensure that levels of stocks kept in specimen reception are adequate. Duties associated within the blood sciences department The reception of all patient samples into the laboratory checking, barcoding and use of Beckman DXA pre analytical automation for processing samples for analysis The fast tracking of all urgent sample through the pre-analytical section to enable fast turnaround times to be maintained. Patient and sample data entry into the laboratory computer system to the required set standard Use of Beckman DXA Perform daily/weekly maintenance Prepare all racks at the start of the day Check and load all consumables during the day Load patient samples Check all alarms / errors and correct as necessary Process any short samples and aliquots as necessary Stocktake all consumables and inform pre-analytics manager of any shortages Clean and disinfect pre-analytics work area, laboratory equipment including centrifuges and fume cupboards, on a regular basis according to maintenance logs. 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To provide administrative assistance and secretarial support to the Consultants and Senior medical staff. To prioritise workload as appropriate and to familiarize his / herself with all aspects of office procedures in order to facilitate the day to day running of the office. To type Oral/Maxillofacial/Ear, Nose and Throat clinical staff correspondence, e.g. transcribe digital dictation. To generate operation notes and letters, discharge summaries and other official correspondence, including self-generated non-routine correspondence if required. To deal with day-to-day incoming mail according to the office policy, assigning priority and/or taking any necessary action without reference to consultant staff if necessary. To input information on to computer systems as required. To assist in the management of waiting lists by :-Ensuring that patient details are entered correctly onto waiting lists. Liaising with admissions office staff to ensure patients are sent for to come into hospital. Ensuring information on the OASIS patient administration system is up to date at all times. Ensuring medical records are made available to the relevant departments. To assist with the validation of patients awaiting outpatient and inpatient attendance. To be familiar with the requirement for the recording of patient details in relation to the 18 week pathway. To be familiar with the National and Local 18 week initiative / objectives / requirements. To maintain patients records and track notes electronically in a manner acceptable to the trust. To ensure that patients case notes are maintained in good order, including appropriate filing of results and correspondence. To be responsible for the monitoring of investigation dates and results and bringing these to the attention of the relevant Consultant. To observe absolute confidentiality of all information obtained in the course of your work. To participate in the collection and transmission of information to enable the Directorate to meet its objectives. To familiarize his / herself with the Trust Information Systems and any changes in the facility of the systems. To undertake any other duties as required by the Directorate Support Manager in accordance with the needs of the service.

Role Details You will develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient. You will safeguard vulnerable children and young people. You will participate in preceptorship programmes as appropriate and act as a facilitator / mentor / preceptor / role model to less experienced staff. You will educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified, including information on adopting a healthier lifestyle You will complete patient documentation correctly. You will communicate effectively with patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team. You will be responsible for developing and sustaining your own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with NMC requirements and to maintain a professional portfolio with evidence of reflective practice. You will assist in the training and development of student nurses and health care assistants and complete assessors training as required. You will contribute to research and development programmes within the ward / department. You will contribute to the setting and monitoring of measurable standards of care and be accountable for maintaining standards. You will participate in handling complaints in accordance with Trust policy. You will maintain a safe clean ward environment and ensure all appropriate general risk assessments are carried out within 24 hours of admission and document and plan care accordingly e.g. manual handling, pressure risks, slips trips and falls, nutrition, safeguarding. You will show an awareness of budgeting, exercising care and economy in the ordering and use of equipment. You will assist in the assessment of staffing requirements, reporting problems to the appropriate manager. In the absence of a more senior member of staff and as part of your development programme, with support, will be able to undertake clinical / shift management within the department. Other Job Requirements Ability to undertake manual handling and movement tasks and wear appropriate protective equipment. Prepared and able to work variable shift patterns early, late, night shifts over 7 days of the week. Awareness of self-presentation to patients and relatives. You maybe asked to assist other departments where 0-17 year olds presents on an ad hoc basis and with support Will rotate to the Childrens Emergency Department. Paediatric Assessment Unit and Riverbank Ward

Duties include but not limited to:

Responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising the delivery of care to employees. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care based on age specific components. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex client care.

• Functions as facility Employee Occupational Health nurse, working in collaboration with EOH Clinicians and the Medical Director.
• Supports the delivery of Employee Occupational Health services, including triaging employees with illnesses and injuries, COVID testing and providing vaccinations.
• Functions as a consultant in health promotion and disease prevention and uses advanced clinical knowledge/judgment to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate programs to promote healthy behaviors among employees.
• Manages the annual Employee Influenza vaccination campaign.
• Maintains CWM EOH Sharepoint with current information for staff
• Performs data collection and analysis to determine employee health needs and expectations for the occupational health and employee wellness program. Based on this information, develops, implements, and evaluates activities for effectiveness.
• Facilitates the Employee Wellness Committee, working with interdisciplinary health professionals to develop mission, goals, and annual strategic action plan.
• Understands workman's compensation laws; local, state, and federal regulatory requirements; and systems for maintaining health records.
• Collaborates with appropriate human resource/administrative personnel as well as Safety and Infection Prevention.
• Will facilitate staff wellness offerings, and address AES outcomes along with Employee Whole Health committee
• Attends Whole Health executive committee monthly meetings and reports data on EWH.
• Maintains EWH intranet site current, and advertise offerings to staff as appropriate
• Attends and participates in the annual Whole Heath fair event, along with whole health staff*Attends New employee orientation and presents to new CWM staff on whole health principles, services and trainings as well as Occupational Health services

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Telework: Yes, Ad-Hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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

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

Starting at $80,698 Per Year (VN 00)

The incumbent in this position is responsible for all areas of canteen operations relating to retail, food, vending, sales, merchandising, accountability, misc. service of the canteen located in West Roxbury, MA. The incumbent is responsible for a full range of personnel management, administrative controls, reviews, & processes relative to canteen operations. e.g., POGs, RPOS, inventory controls, stock schedules, food safety, sanitation, promotional programs, etc. The incumbent is responsible for attaining financial goals & implementing program objectives as established by VCSCO and/or Region Manager.

Starting at $78,963 Per Year (VC 13)

Duties include but not limited to:

• Patient assessment and diagnosis: Conducting thorough physical exams and obtaining detailed medical histories to diagnose health conditions specific to women.
• Treatment Planning: Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, which may include prescribing medications, therapies and lifestyle modifications.
• Reproductive Healthcare: Providing care related to pregnancy, childbirth, contraception, and menopause.
• Gynecological Care: Performing routine exams such as Pap Smears, breast exams, and managing gynecological conditions like endometriosis, fibroids, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
• Patient Education: Educating patients on reproductive health, disease prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, and managing chronic conditions.
• Preventive Care: Performing screenings and vaccinations to prevent illness and maintain health.
• Care Coordination: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and continuous patient care.
• Health Promotion: Engaging in community health initiatives and wellness programs to promote public health among women.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Telework: Not Authorized
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact hannah.neilson@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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

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

Starting at $114,020 Per Year (VN 00)

The Lead AMSA performs a variety of administrative functions associated with the scheduling of patient care for the clinical programs at VA Medical Center. Some duties include, but are not limited too:

• Provides educational sessions to train new employees in clerical process in an efficient and effective manner to ensure that clerical processes, functions and goals are understood and met.
• Utilizes knowledge of VA policies, regulations, guidelines and process as they relate to the scheduling of patient appointments, consults, NEAR, Electronic Wait Lists, and pre-appointment clinical requirements(i.e. labs, EKGs, x-rays) to ensure readiness for the patient visit.
• Monitors clinic's Access to care.
• Monitors ICB usage ensuring insurance is collected at time of appointments and captured appropriately by the incumbent and other scheduling staff. Must keep abreast of rapidly changing regulations, directives, software patches, programs, and processes involved in the delivery of the healthcare benefits package.
• Assists with the clean-up of the EARR (Encounter Action Required Report) and delinquent recall report; supports clinics regarding utilization and clinic profile management i.e. set-up of clinic grids, cancel and restore clinics.
• Screens/receive phone calls in a courteous and timely manner, determine the nature of request and provide the information desired using privacy rules and established clinic processes.
• Prepares correspondence and memos as needed.
• Promotes Veteran registration for and utilization of HealtheVet (MHV)
• Stocks basic office supplies for the executive suite.
• Enters Veterans seeking emergent/urgent care, scheduling appointments accurately.
• Utilizes call lists and telephones Veterans to pre-register them before their scheduled visits.
• Incumbent updates all patient demographics.
• Communicates and interacts with patients in a manner which is appropriate to cognitive, emotional, and chronological maturation needs of the adult and/or geriatric patient.
• Assures that all appropriate VA forms are used correctly, and regulations followed.
• Provide educational sessions to train new employees in AMSA positions to ensure they possess the skills and knowledge to utilize scheduling package and follow scheduling directives.
• Additional duties or tasks may be assigned by the supervisor to ensure efficient daily operations

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm
Telework: Ad-hoc available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: F01612
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

• Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.
• This position is a NAGE Bargaining Unit position.
• This position is covered by a special rate.
• Narrative responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) may be required from the selectee in order to proceed with the appointment.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.

Starting at $61,144 Per Year (GS 7)

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs a variety of support duties that facilitates the work of physicians, physician assistants, nurses, nursing assistants and other members of the medical facility who provide Veteran care.

• Assists with Veterans who commonly present with acute episodes of psychotic/behavioral issues associated with the DSM-V. Some of the patients may present with a concomitant substance use intoxication that may need detoxification while being treated for their presenting psychiatric disorder.
• The incumbent has the ability to work independently including setting priorities and coordinating work. Incumbent must be capable of exercising sound judgment in assigning a priority order to those requests which best serves the interest of the Veteran and the unit.
• The LPN must be flexible enough to adjust work plans to include the demands received in the form of an administrative problem to which they usually independently applies a solution. The employee decides what needs to be done by choosing from various options that require recognition of and differences among a few easily recognizable alternatives.
• Processes Veterans for admissions, transfer, or discharge following established written nursing program guidelines.
• Work affects the efficiency, accuracy, and acceptability of further processes or services including Veteran care.
• Work consists of personal nursing care duties, treatments, diagnostic support, recording, Veteran teaching and rehabilitation. Recurring duties are carried out independently and employee is able to vary basic procedures to meet the individual needs and capabilities of the Veteran.
• Work consists of several related processes such as compiling, recording, reviewing, selecting and interpreting medical data and information incidental to a variety of Veteran care and treatment activities.
• The purpose of the work is to provide basic nursing care and documentation which fosters the accomplishment of interdisciplinary goals identified on the interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Veteran care performed is of such a quality that it contributes to the total plan of care for the Veteran and aids in the completion of further ward routines.
• The scope of the Nursing Service involves an understanding of the Veteran treatment plan and history, as well as standards established by the nursing care team.
• Applies knowledge of human behavior, motivations and reactions to situations in the provision of nursing care for an aging population.
• Provides nursing care by observing, identifying and responding to the physical, emotional, and social needs of specific Veterans. These factors are considered in modifying nursing care plans to promote the well-being of the Veteran. f. Processes Veterans for admissions, transfer, or discharge following established written nursing program guidelines.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to provide nursing care to Veterans with a variety of physical problems in a timely manner as assigned by the Registered Nurse following nursing program guidelines.
• Demonstrates the knowledge, skill and ability to recognize emergency situations and initiates appropriate measures. Properly performs basic cardiac life support (BCLS).
• Utilizes techniques that insure safe, accurate administration of medications and treatments following nursing program guidelines.
• Performs and documents Veteran education appropriate to the scope of training and experience.
• Able to meet unit specific competencies identified in competency checklist.

Work Schedule: Midnight to 8am with rotating days off and weekends.
Telework: Not Available.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: F1830
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact EDRP Coordinator at VISN1EDRPSupport@va.gov for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.

Starting at $51,253 Per Year (GS 3-6)

The Health System Specialist serves as the VA Bedford Healthcare System Space Planner for all projects within the operating plan, working directly as an advisor to the responsible team, and providing consultative services. Assists in the planning, development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of milestones for each plan. Responsible for obtaining and maintaining the OCAMES and VISN corporate commitment to the management plan. Manages and coordinates the development and execution of capital project space and phasing constraints while working with the Project Managers and Engineering staff to finalize scope, budget and schedule and maintaining the Capital Asset Inventory (CAI) and SCIP for designated programs/projects. Participates in station programming decisions through committee participation and direct discussions with the Strategic Planner affecting long and short-range courses of action for assigned projects.

Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serves as space planner for all projects within the operating plan, working directly as an advisor to the responsible team, and providing consultative services.
• Assists in the planning, development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of milestones for each plan.
• Coordinates the development and execution of capital project space and phasing constraints while working with the Project Managers and Engineering staff.
• Participates in station programming decisions affecting long and short-range courses of action for assigned projects.
• Develops and maintains a set of master site phasing diagrams of all capital portfolio projects for each site.
• Provides detailed analysis of project phasing and move schedules from project inception through the design phases to construction groundbreaking through completion and activation.
• Performs risk assessment, plan sequencing, timeline duration and resource requirements needed to successfully track through construction to activation and transition planning.
• Provides data and analysis of space needs as they relate to gaps in clinical, operational and facility programs.
• Performs or directs surveys and investigations to establish baseline data necessary to initiate design.
• Develops executive level reports and presentations.
• Reports project efficiencies, lags, and areas of improvement.
• Provides guidance, development and coordination for the planning, design, and oversight of assigned projects/programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm.
Compressed/Flexible: Not Available.
Telework: Available for Ad-hoc.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Health System Specialist/PD030360
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized.
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.
PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized.

Notifications

• This position is in the Competitive Service.
• Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.
• Interchange Agreements with Other Merit System: Employees who occupy medical or medical-related positions and were appointed under 38 U.S.C. 4701(1) or (3) [formerly 38 U.S.C. 4104 (1) and (3)] must be serving in a full-time position without time limit and have served continuously for at least one year in this other merit system to be eligible to convert to the Title 5 System. Some exceptions to this rule may apply if you have previously acquired tenure under a Title 5 appointment.
• This position is a NAGE Bargaining Unit position.
• This position is covered by locality-based comparability pay.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.

Starting at $98,240 Per Year (GS 12)

• The primary responsibilities of the incumbent will be to conduct behavioral, neuroimaging, and neurophysiological data collection; and behavioral, neuroimaging, and neurophysiological data analysis for Human Studies.
• The incumbent will provide operational support and coordination for the implementation of VA research and quality improvement projects as directed, handles project questions and problem independently
• Manage timelines and deliverables for successful completion of the projects, writes research policies, guidelines and procedures, and other documents, facilitating the compliance with all regulatory and administrative project requirements.
• Responsible for medical abstraction activities, including identifying and screening eligible candidates and validating appropriate data elements of the project.
• The incumbent will provide operational support and coordination for the implementation of VA research and quality improvement projects as directed, handles project questions and problem independently in coordination with the PI. Manages timelines and deliverables for successful completion of the projects, writes research policies, guidelines and procedures, and other documents, facilitating the compliance with all regulatory and administrative project requirements. May be responsible for medical abstraction activities, including identifying and screening eligible candidates and validating appropriate data elements of the project.
• In all activities, adhere to Good Research Practice guidelines.

Work Schedule: Full-Time (Without Compensation)
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Position Description: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $0 Without Compensation (ZZ 00)

• Inspecting, repairing, and installing all types and lock functions.
• Installing and maintaining electronic locks and keying devices.
• Installing and maintaining high security mechanical locking devices.
• Installing and maintaining window and door lock mechanisms.
• Determining and installing the correct door closer for a door size, weight, swing, and operation.
• Cutting new keys for a variety of locks.
• Keying, pinning, and changing mechanical locking devices (removable core, interchangeable core, key in knob, key in lever, cylindrical/mortise locks and deadbolts).
• Removing foreign objects from locks.
• Generating master key systems and maintaining master key records.
• Servicing and changing combinations on safes and vaults.
• Maintaining security and locks for narcotic and/or medication storage.
• Planning and laying out work.
• Preparing diagrams to identify dimensions or special parts requirements.
• Re-working and finishing substitute parts and fabricating parts to close fits.
• Using simple shop and trade mathematics.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and sketches, manufacturer's literature, installation diagrams, and templates.
• Understanding and maintaining complex lock combination and keying matrices, charts, and records.
• Reading and interpreting local and national safety codes.
• Adjusting, maintaining, and using small hand tools such as files, tweezers, and tension wrenches.
• Using powered tools such as key duplicating and coding machines, grinders, and stamping machines.
• Using electric drills, acetylene torches, soldering irons, brazing torches, bench lathes and drill presses.
• Troubleshooting and repairing electronic locks and keying devices using electronic test and repair equipment.
• Troubleshooting and repairing or overhauling door closures of various manufacturers.
• Picking or otherwise defeating or bypassing locks when keys are lost or lock is inoperable.
• Improvising and applying neutralization techniques that do not damage the locking devices and security containers or doors during lockout situations.
• Performing visual and operations tests to locate trouble and determine method for opening and repairing malfunctioning devices.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved

Starting at $30.98 Per Hour (WG 9)

The work consists of various duties, projects or assignments sometimes involving different and unrelated program analysis technical processes and procedures. Assignments or projects involve various types and sources of information, nonrecurring problems, trends and issues. The purpose of the work is to plan and carry out assignments, which affect and improve the efficiency and productivity of the organization's operations.

Some duties may include:

• Obtains relevant information regarding requests for repairs or replacement of equipment that is under warranty, covered by a service or commodity contract, and coordinates all the appropriate actions for service, maintenance or repair as needed.
• Performs the duties of Contracting Officers Representative (COR) for all TJC, EC, and LS service contracts, such as fire alarm testing & inspection ,etc.
• Performs inspections & trainings. Ensures all records are up to date, all-inclusive, organized and immediately available to inspectors both electronically and in hard copy.
• Knowledge of OSHA, VA Safety and Health regulations, policies and procedures regarding personal protection, fire safety, hot work, accident reporting, and infection control on construction projects.
• Serves as the FMS section OSHA training coordinator which includes preparing the yearly training plan, tracking training in a database, and submitting necessary reports to the Chief of FMS.
• Serves as manager regarding The Joint Commission (TJC) compliance; Life Safety(LS); Environment of Care (EC) & Annual Workplace Evaluation (AWE). Performs all TJC, EC, and LS inspections.
• Maintains current and accurate database on facility information resources for Capital Asset Management Systems (CAMS) program
• Develops & maintains computerized spreadsheets in order to effectively operate and utilize computerized maintenance management system.
• Computer literate and fully knowledgeable of how to effectively utilize a computerized maintenance management system. Knowledge and skill in use of office automation software.
• Performs some tasks on short notice and must produce accurate results in order to ensure the orderly progress of complex and highly time-sensitive construction projects. Research, survey work, self-study, and education are at times required to keep up to date with various programs.
• Maintains effective working relationships with professional, technical and management elements within the Medical Center, the Department of Veterans Affairs and outside the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Knowledge of project maintenance; organization; planning; control; staffing and funding, NFPA and VA requirements, as well as, acquisition and contract activities, procedures, and relationships.
• Ensures personal safety while visiting construction sites and the ability to recognize unsafe situations associated with construction contractor's work. Familiarization with CADD, within a minimal ability to edit existing drawings, create and print sketches for reports and to document inspections, etc. Knowledge of construction contract requirements, general construction procedures, processes, construction trades, and organization.
• Skill in using office automation software (Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, Light-scribe Burner/CD and DVD copier hardware/software) in order to create and/or update and revise existing databases and/or spreadsheets to produce a wide range of documents. Skill in operation of office equipment (copiers, scanners, large plotters for engineering drawings, and fax machines).

Work Schedule: 40 Hours a week, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm, EST.
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#: Facility Operations Specialist/PD022910
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Note:

• This is a Bargaining Unit Position.
• Position is in the Competitive Service.
• This position is covered by locality-based comparability pay.
• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Starting at $67,563 Per Year (GS 9)

VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU
VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w

Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

Social Work: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Social-Worker-Career-Flyer.pdf

Services include provision of highquality case management, clinical treatment, advocacy, and coordination of linkages to other appropriate VA or community service providers and/or agencies as needed by the client. Accomplished in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Develops an assessment of the Veteran in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Veteran, family members and significant others;
• Demonstrates an understanding of the range of treatment and skills needed for all adult patients including geriatric patients related to their physical limitations, psychological needs and age associated illnesses and conditions;
• Understands problems of advancing age and respect for the diversification of the aging Veteran population;
• Works within the interdisciplinary treatment team to develop a treatment plan with the Veteran based on this assessment;
• Functions as a primary point of contact and information to Veterans and family members who are seeking information about VA Extended Care Services provided at this facility;
• Serves as a primary back up for the Social Work GEC Supervisor, thus providing an additional source of knowledge in this increasingly specialized and complex area of VA services;
• Provides education related to VA and community resources, entitlements, Advance Directives/Living Will;
• Refers Veterans/families to the appropriate interdisciplinary team member for identified health education needs;
• Provides the Veterans and their caregivers with ongoing supportive counseling; and
• Other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 7:30am-4:00pm OR 8:00am-4:30pm
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized
EDRP: Not Authorized
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay, higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience.
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
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)Telework: Ad Hoc Only
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 518-F05202/F03385
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Notifications:

• This position is in the Excepted Service.
• Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.
• Due to a critical staffing shortage, 38 U.S.C. § 7412 waives the requirement to apply Veterans' preference for this job announcement.
• Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held.
• This position is a NAGE Bargaining Unit position.
• This position is covered by a special rate.
• Narrative responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) may be required from the selectee in order to proceed with the appointment.

Starting at $70,633 Per Year (GS 00-11)

As a Health Systems Specialist, responsible for directing, leading and guiding the service lines or services in any projects that may involve management support. Duties include, but may not be limited to the following:

• Develop policies and plans for the organization;
• Provide active and well informed administrative participation in planning for the delivery of health care;
• Develop, evaluate, and modify organizational structure and systems to achieve program goals;
• Participate in the analysis and interpretation of workload and other data used in resource planning;
• Direct service lines/ services throughout the hospital through the medical center planning activities;
• Conduct and direct special studies and analyses of complex problems relating to manpower requirements, space and equipment utilization, organizational alignment and other areas;
• Participate in the formulation and implementation of policies necessary to support the administrative functions of the medical center;
• Support in his/her role as the one of the senior leaders responsible for the identification of root causes and corrective actions for deficiencies identified by external organizations;
• Participate in the implementation of VISN 1 special emphasis programs which crosses administrative and clinical boundaries and affects all levels of the organization;
• Assist in any projects assigned;
• Make recommendations to senior leaders in all aspects of operations within the hospital; and
• Assist senior leaders in various areas related to construction, contracting, space utilization, and move coordination.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized
Telework: Authorized
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Health System Specialist (Temporary Promotion NTE 120 Days)/PD00507-00 and PD00418-0
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Starting at $81,745 Per Year (GS 11-12)