Total 523 Others level Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in anoka minnesota usa

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A SUPPLY TECHNICIAN, GS-2005-6, (1) Incumbent is responsible to provide technical assistance to subordinate elements, the headquarters logistics section, and other staff sections concerning logistics and maintenance management. Assists in providing proficiency training for logistical personnel within the command. Reviews current and future equipment authorization documents and provides recommendations for modification. Performs random reviews of subordinate organization expendable/durable requisitions. Assists in monitoring funds availability in accordance with regulations and the commander's priorities. Verifies property listings to ensure non-expendable quantities are commensurate with authorized levels of current or future authorization documents. Reviews current due-in status of back orders and identifies issues or problems. Performs audits of shortage/overage annexes to ensure all non-expendable/ expendable/durable items are on hand, on valid requisitions, or turn-in actions have been initiated. Executes supply and maintenance discipline inspections and other like evaluations of subordinate logistical operations. Performs assistance visits in the areas of supply and maintenance. Ensures regulatory compliance concerning the proper storage and security of organizational equipment. Audits personal clothing records at subordinate elements. Examines organizational clothing and individual equipment (OCIE) reports to ensure the completion of supply actions of subordinate organizations.
(2) Provides input for the development of command logistics policies. Consolidates organization level logistics feeder information for the organizational readiness report. Assists in preparing logistics plans for scheduled training. Coordinates for the receipt and issue of billeting, equipment, and supplies for training. Reviews Reports of Survey, Cash Collections, and Statements of Charges for property loss or damage. Reviews and forwards adjustment documents. Assists in monitoring high priority requisitions, reviews on-hand levels of equipment, identifies equipment excess and shortages, and reviews and coordinates transfers of equipment. Monitors the execution of lateral transfers required to support deployment operations. Assists in the coordination and assures the receipt, inventory, and issue of new equipment fielded to the command. Prepares or reviews convoy requests, movement plans, and transportation requests for movement of equipment and personnel. Reviews and forwards the Army Unit Equipment List to higher headquarters. Inputs transportation data into supporting automation systems for the purpose of developing transportation plans for deployment operations. Prepares reports, schedules repair or maintenance, and requests replacement of GSA vehicles.
(3) Performs as a technical specialist in food service administration. Reviews and forwards subsistence requests and consumption reports. Adjusts scheduled meal menus based on training requirements. Reviews annual training (AT) and inactive duty training (IDT) food service records and provides guidance to logistical and food service personnel.
(4) Prepares requests and coordinates receipt of bulk and package petroleum, oil, and lubricants (POL). Coordinates and completes turn-in actions for POL. Prepares or assists in the preparation of ammunition requests. Coordinates and assists in the receipt, issue, and turn-in of ammunition and residue. Forwards reports of ammunition usage for reconciliation. Coordinates the request, issue, and turn-in of medical supplies. May be required to receive and issue billets, equipment, and supplies for training. Individual must hold current hazardous material (HAZMAT) certification for the purpose of hazardous materials handling/reporting and environmental safety.
(5) May be required to coordinate with local officials, service organizations, etc., for a variety of purposes: armory security coordination with police, rental of the armory, recruiting activities, and organizational participation in celebrations. May coordinate the equipment requirements to support school activities such as "career days" for the purpose of informing individuals and groups of the benefits of belonging to the National Guard.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Performance of a variety of duties required in the routine operation, maintenance and minor repairs of buildings and related facilities, including roads and trails, landscaping and grounds care. Janitorial work to include daily cleaning of restrooms, public areas and offices including washing, stripping and waxing floors; vacuuming carpets and washing windows and mirrors. Minor carpentry repairs to building and structure components such as roofs, walls, ceilings, doors and windows. Use electrical power tools to cut, router and sand informational signs. Minor plumbing repairs include replacing washers, valves and water supply lines. Painting and preparing surfaces; both interior and exterior wood, plaster and concrete. Minor electrical repairs and use of welding and metal cutting equipment are also frequently performed. Assist in concrete repairs to walks, trails and brick or wood structures. Use of riding lawn mowers is a part of the grounds care duties. Must be able to operate standard transmission vehicles including 4 x 4 pickup and garden tractor mower. The position will include exposure to difficult field conditions (high heat/humidity, biting insects). Incumbent must be in excellent physical condition, be able to do considerable walking, standing, bending, kneeling, stretching, climbing, crawling, working outdoors in high humidity, wind, dust and temperatures that can reach 100+ degrees. Employee will be required to complete a pre-employment background security check.

Cut-off Dates: This is an open continuous announcement, in which applications are collected over several months, and have multiple cut-off dates. Applications received by the initial cutoff date will be considered first. **INITIAL CUT OFF IS Friday December 13, 2024** Applications will be considered throughout the open period of the announcement however additional referral certificates will only be issued when a hiring official exhausts current certificate and/or additional vacancies need to be filled.

For more information about the park or the position please visit:
Pipestone National Monument: Point of contact: Lauren Blacik, lauren_blacik@nps.gov, 507-825-5464 x211

Performs entry level carpentry repairs using simple measures and hand tools on such tasks as replacing broken planks on picnic tables, repairing siding or wooden benches with nails, reapplying/repairing molding, or installing shelving, signage, or items like waysides. Repairs minor wood structures, such as park benches, waste baskets, and signs. Uses circular or hand saw to make straight and routine cuts. Work is supervised throughout completion. Assists with removing structures. In performing this work the incumbent typically uses simple measuring devices such as tape measures and squares; and hand and power tools such as hammers, bars, handsaws, screw drivers, and skill saws. Performs simple operational maintenance on heating, venting and air conditioning equipment by cleaning out condenser tubing, cleaning the cooling tower, inspecting, and replacing filters. Replaces toilet seats, installs soap and paper towel dispensers, unplugs sinks and toilets using a plunger. Assists in planting, transplanting, fertilizing, mulching, watering, and pruning under specific instructions and under supervision. Cleans and prepares buildings, walls, trim, and floor surfaces for painting by sanding, scraping, or wire brushing. Performs touch-up painting on tools and equipment, wood, or metal surfaces. Stains slats in park benches or on waste baskets. Paint's garbage cans, gates, signposts, and other features. Inspects, maintains, and replaces light bulbs in a variety of fixtures both inside and outside. Incumbent removes damaged portions of walls or other similar architectural features in preparation for repair of damage. Performs elementary patch work on small holes in buildings or walls. Under the direction of a higher graded worker, incumbent removes deteriorated roofing materials in preparation for reroofing. As directed and under supervision, applies new wood, asphalt, or other materials as appropriate to roof structure. Uses hand tools related to roofing repairs such as brooms, scrapers, ladders, and square shovels. Mow's lawns using large, complex industrial-type (walking and riding type) power mowers and a small domestic power mower. Performs routine maintenance and repair on equipment. Performs custodial services and laborer related task.

This is an open continuous vacancy announcement.Applicants will be referred periodically throughout the announcement period. Final application disposition will be completed once all positions have been filled or the announcement reaches the end of the open period stated in the announcement. The first cut-off date is 11:59 pm EST, DECEMBER 13, 2024.
Initial consideration will be given to candidates whose applications have been received before the first cut-off date. Qualification requirements must be met for those applications submitted by the first cut-off date.

Voyageurs National Park - Chad Nevalainen - (218) 240-4472 - chad_nevalainen@nps.gov or Steve Schultz, steve_schultz@nps.gov, 218-283-6600

Voyageurs National Park is located in northern Minnesota. The park encompasses over 218,000 acres of boreal forest and water along the Canadian border. The park is a class one air shed, and the lakes of the park are identified as outstanding resource value waters within the State. Lakes include Rainy, Kabetogama, Namakan and Sand Point; along with 26 smaller remote lakes.

The area made up a portion of the Voyageurs highway that opened the North American Continent to European settlement. The waterways of the park were integral to the growth and movement of the Ojibwe people of the region. The majority of work in the park requires access via boat in the summer or snowmobile in the winter. During winter operations the park maintains over 100 miles of snowmobile trails and 25 miles of ice roads.

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A TRAINING TECHNICIAN, GS-1702-9, (1) Formulates, oversees and evaluates the overall training programs for the command. Develops yearly and longer training plans. Issues instructions and procedures to subordinate units for the conduct of training activities that meet the requirements of the Department of the Army, National Guard Bureau, major army headquarters and/or other higher headquarters. Establishes and conducts a training evaluation program for subordinate units. Creates or modifies the unit's mission essential task lists in accordance with critical wartime mission requirements. Reviews training evaluation and inspection reports to identify systemic problems and trends. Determines and formulates needed revisions or improvements to training activities. Reviews training plans and schedules of subordinate units for approval and revision as necessary. Provides guidance and assistance to unit commanders or other training personnel pertaining to scheduling and conducting training. Schedules and ensures the execution of special training courses on a variety of subjects (e.g., communications procedures, leadership courses, marksmanship training, etc). Prepares and submits annual budget requirements to higher headquarters based on yearly training guidance and training calendars. Sub-allocates funding to subordinate units for use in training activities. Monitors usage of mandays and funds designated for training. Prepares and provides guidance on training eligibility requirements. Maintains familiarity with training directives issued by all echelons of command to determine applications to local programs.
(2) Prepares plans and reports pertaining to readiness and mobilization. Provides guidance and assistance to units in preparation of readiness reports. Receives and consolidates unit readiness feeder reports. Evaluate the organizational readiness report and prepare recommendations for improvements/modifications of the battalion training program. Prepares command level mobilization and contingency operation plans. Provides technical guidance and assistance to subordinate units in the development of mobilization, alert and assembly plans for use in responding to local/national emergencies and homeland security missions.
(3) Directs scheduling and coordination for the use of training sites and facilities. Ensures the arrangement for equipment and supplies needed for training activities. Procures or directs the procurement of training aids, manuals, or other instructional material. Maintains liaison with personnel at local, state or federally operated training sites. Identifies the requirement for the coordination and maintenance of usage agreements for local/private training areas. May conduct environmental impact assessments for training sites/areas. Coordinates with external training, evaluation and assistance organizations for the conduct and evaluation of army training to include Field Training Exercises (FTX), Command Posts Exercises (CPX), etc.
(4) Develops and implements Risk Management plans and programs for the command. Provides guidance to subordinate units on the implementation of Risk Management plans and programs. Develops safety/accident prevention policies and supervises implementation. Conducts safety inspections and assistance visits to subordinate units. Conducts investigations of accidents and safety violations and recommends corrective actions.
(5) Serves as security coordinator for the command. Provides guidance and assistance in implementing and following security measures for such items as documents, arms and ammunition, and communication/automation equipment (COMSEC/COMPUSEC). May be designated as Custodian or Alternate Custodian of Classified Documents, COMSEC/COMPUSEC account Custodian/Alternate and/or Physical Security Manager as required by regulations and local situations. Functions as the primary advisor for anti-terrorism/force protection (AT/FP) measures and ensures all AT/FP requirements are accomplished.
(6) Identifies requirements and justifies requests for supplies and services such as ammunition, demolitions, rations, contract latrines, automation support, etc. Forecasts and approves ammunition requirements for subordinate units. Coordinates with maintenance and supply personnel to insure equipment and supplies are available and ready for training activities.
(7) Plans, organizes and assigns work to employees engaged in training and readiness at the command level. Revises assignments or details employees to other duties as necessary to meet changing work situations, deadlines, or priorities. Participates in the selection of subordinates from lists of eligibles. Establishes performance standards and evaluates employee performance. Prepares formal requests and recommendations for promotions, reassignments, etc.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Major Duties:

• Maintains knowledge in United States Pharmacopeia (USP) 800/797, pharmacy law, Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) regulations, VHA Directives, facility and departmental policies and procedures as they relate to practice within the VA Healthcare System and its organizational elements.
• Acts as a technician subject matter expert to staff compounding sterile products.
• Provides training and competency validation for technician and pharmacist work related to sterile compounding tasks including glove fingertip and media fill testing.
• Provides complete documentation of evaluations in a timely manner.
• Prepares and sends glove fingertip and media fill samples to outside vendor.
• Performs environmental sampling of ISO classified spaces as assigned. Records results for all types of sampling and testing for CSP program management team to review when requested.
• Collaborates with other IV lead technician team members to develop and adjust training plans for staff to provide consistent training information but individualized approaches and timelines. Document training progress and provides warm handoffs when multiple leads are involved in training.
• Maintains advance technical working knowledge of equipment and supplies used in the preparation of non-hazardous and hazardous admixtures.
• Serves as a technician team subject matter expert of specialized techniques and procedures required for safe handling of hazardous medications
• Provides support to pharmacy staff and other personnel regarding medication distribution and technology systems. Support includes monitoring, troubleshooting, performing quality assurance checks, and being a superuser resource for the inpatient pharmacy team.
• Assist the Compounded Sterile Preparation (CSP) pharmacy management teams in developing and updating procedures, job aids, training materials, and competencies for technician work related to sterile compounding tasks. Each IV leads acts as a subject matter expert for a subset of these areas.

• The two positions with both HD and non-HD responsibilities will work mostly day shift coverage but does include evenings and occasional night shift coverage. Includes weekends and Holidays.
• The position with a focus on HD responsibilities will work day shift with occasional evening coverage. Includes weekends and holidays.

TIME LIMITED POSITION: This is a time-limited position, not-to-exceed 1 year from the date of appointment.

Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Ensure the facility successfully meets all nationally mandated goals for the Connected Health Program.
• Monitor goals/activity status for the local My HealtheVet (MHV) program.
• Manage communication plans that identify target audiences, appropriate messages, activities, and resources needed for effective communication.
• Assist in the development of documentation of MHV internal and control policies and procedures.
• Collect data to assist management with MHV operational decisions.
• Ensure initial and follow-up training/education for staff, patients, and Veteran Service Organizations.
• Identify significant changes in the way employees will integrate Connected Health programs into the fabric of VA care and the Patient Aligned Care Team.
• Manage multiple projects by planning and organizing activities for all Connected Health modalities.
• Develop and deliver presentations to all levels of the medical center/health care system, service organizations, and veterans, family members, and caregivers.
• Assist in the development of multimedia campaign materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list

A SURFACE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC, WG-5801-11, (1) Performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and major repair on heavy-duty mobile equipment, combat, tactical, and automotive vehicles. This may include self-propelled artillery, tracked cargo and personnel carriers, road graders, mobile cranes, front loaders, bulldozers, power shovels, tanks, tracked combat vehicles, all terrain vehicles, semi trailers, forklifts, tractors, and accessory equipment. Troubleshoots, repairs and/or overhauls, as a regular and recurring duty, a variety of the mechanically complex major systems to include internal combustion engines, turbine engines, automatic and nonautomatic transmissions, heavy duty drive line systems, and hydraulic utility systems and controls, cross drive or similar multi-system transmissions and a variety of intricate fuel injection systems. Makes repairs and modifications to assemblies and components such as voltage regulators, generators/alternators, brake cylinders, etc., for use or placement in systems for which they were not specifically designed. Improvises work when standard procedures do not apply.
(2) Troubleshoots equipment with a variety of the mechanically complex major systems and diagnoses difficult performance problems and the cause of mechanical failures by means of visual and auditory checks, uses test equipment such as engine analyzers, compression testers, voltmeters, ohmmeters, pressure gauges and computer diagnostic tools. Utilizes embedded diagnostics in equipment and a wide variety of specialized original equipment manufacturer system analyzers in order to determine the exact nature or extent of repair. Determines what adjustments may be necessary to complete work orders, and whether any additional repairs other than those specified or indicated on the work order are necessary.
(3) Removes and disassembles engines and complex major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, and fuel, hydraulic, and oil pressure systems. Makes the appropriate repairs, overhaul, or modifications in accordance with the proper repair specifications and procedures, and improvises repair techniques when standard procedures are not available. Reassembles engines and other systems, and adjusts, tests, and reinstalls in vehicles and equipment as necessary. Makes adjustments and repairs to electrical and suspension systems. Repairs equipment with a variety of interconnected systems to include state of the art electrical and electronic, fuel injection, interconnected gear reduction, multiple engine, and similarly complex systems. Improvises, substitutes, or alters components or parts to fit into systems for which the items were not specially designed or finds other ways to correct defects when existing methods and procedures do not give desired results.
(4) Independently performs repairs and maintenance functions with little or no supervision in remote locations. Provides technical guidance and specialized team leadership to lower grade employees within the team. Assists lower grade mechanics in performing major repair work on interconnected complex systems such as electrical, air and hydraulic systems, complex state of the art electrical and electronic systems that use specialized diagnostic equipment to identify problems, complex fuel injection systems and other similar complex systems. May provide Field and limited Sustainment maintenance at unit locations as part of a "contact team."
(5) Conducts readiness and repair inspections on vehicles and associated equipment supported by the activity. Performs operational inspections and ensures vehicles and equipment are properly serviced, including brake adjustments, replacing hydraulic fluids, greasing, cleaning, etc., and performs other preventive maintenance operations as required. Inspects supported equipment prior to use during Inactive Duty Training (IDT) and Annual Training (AT), to ensure that it is functioning properly. May inspect in-process repair work of lower graded repairer to ensure equipment is being repaired in accordance with pertinent requirements. May serve as a commodity inspector during Command Maintenance Management evaluations (COMET) or as a member of a Maintenance Assistance Instruction Team (MAIT). Instructs operator/crew in the maintenance of equipment and provides technical advice and assistance to supported units when requested.
(6) Performs electrical repairs on complex state of the art electrical and electronic systems requiring extensive training on specialized diagnostic equipment to identify problems.
(7) Assists in the maintenance of production reports and records, and makes recommendations to the supervisor. Plans, organizes, and performs technical analyses as required or assigned. Makes recommendations to the supervisor as to adjustments necessary to effectively, efficiently and economically accomplish the work and maximize production.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Medical Supply Aide and Technician: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Medical-Supply-Aide-Career-Flyer.pdf

Major duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Adheres to VA and Nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
• Participates in selected Continuous Improvement (Cl) activities as directed.
• Knowledge of Basic electrocardiography (EKG) and basic Hemodynamic monitoring.
• Technical expert in calibration, maintenance, operation and troubleshooting of a wide spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic medical instruments/equipment.
• Has advanced knowledge of equipment, supplies and common medications used in Anesthesia; anticipates needs for equipment and supplies; restocks anesthesia cart daily and between cases; orders supplies as needed.
• Disinfects/cleans specialized equipment as per the approved Standard Operating Procedure for each piece of equipment; disinfects equipment per the appropriate SOP for the type of equipment.
• Assists anesthesia personnel in procedures.
• Ability to recognize or be trained in abnormalities in patient responses to treatment, lab results or equipment function.
• Assists anesthesia staff with room turnover.
• Orders, maintains, and arranges allocation and distribution of anesthesia equipment/supplies, to ensure timely availability for providers in or out of the Operating Room Suite.
• Knowledge of pharmacology, including the classification and administration of anesthetic agents.
• Works safely with any hazardous materials using all safety equipment and procedures.
• Responsible for restocking of the anesthesia workroom and the OR's.
• Competent to perform the following procedures/functions: draws blood samples from arterial, pulmonary artery and central venous lines; draws blood specimens for type and screen or type and cross and signs specimen label, hooks up, performs routine maintenance of, and trouble-shoots invasive monitoring systems such as arterial lines, left atrial lines, intraventricular and intra-cranial pressure monitoring systems, calibrates and trouble shoots continuous cardiac output swan-ganz catheters and competent in recognizing cardiac arrhythmias.
• Utilizes standard precautions for all patients which includes following hand hygiene practices.
• Follows appropriate procedures in environmental emergencies.
• Follows correct moving and transferring techniques, including use of devices for safe patient handling and patient lifting devices.
• Responsible for the training, mentoring and orientation of new staff members.
• Has a working knowledge of standard medical terminology.
• A high degree of independent judgement is exercised.
• Capacity to be trained to manage daily workflow, assign work assignments, and manage work schedules.

• Assists in one or more phases of the research process by performing a variety of standardized or routine duties, in a laboratory, field, or greenhouse environment, common to the assigned area of work.
• Maintains inventory of chemicals.
• Prepares solutions and reagents for use in the laboratory, field, or greenhouse.
• Safely disposes of waste material (both chemical and biological).
• Records instrument readings, collects samples, and takes measurements.
• Keeps detailed records of experimental data.
• Tabulates, analyzes, and summarizes data using personal computers and software packages.
• Performs routine and recurring techniques and studies using a variety of specialized equipment.

• Plant, cultivate, and inoculate plants with diverse plant pathogens.
• Maintain, calibrate, or modify equipment for test and evaluation procedures.
• Collect, prepare, evaluate, or analyze plant and plant pathogen samples.
• Perform plant disease surveys.

Major duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• The technician is trained to work in a strictly operator dependent modality (sonography).
• Performs diagnostic ultrasonic scans of internal organs and body structures. These scans are performed on multiple areas of the body, including, but not limited to, vascular, abdomen, and small parts.
• The technician performs vascular ultrasound examinations (aortic, extracranial, extremities, etc.) and must have complete and thorough knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy of the carotid arterial, peripheral arterial and venous system.
• Possesses the knowledge and skills needed to access the patient electronic health record, review diagnosis and laboratory results to assess order(s) for appropriateness of exam or procedure (i.e. arterial vs. venous, etc.)
• The technician operates a complex ultrasound automated system and auxiliary components, e.g. A-mode, B- mode, Doppler, real-time modalities (sector and linear scanners), transducers, etc. Proper transducer selection and equipment control manipulation of amplitude will be varied by the technologist in accordance with the body part, pathology, and structure under study and is solely recognized and manipulated by the technologist as an impending factor upon the validity of the study. Accurately annotates images (i.e. correct organ, correct plane, right vs left, etc.). Interprets the exam results to provide the radiologist with a preliminary diagnosis evaluation. Alerts the physician of any significant scans requiring their immediate attention.
• Demonstrates ability to provide all measurements of various parameters of the studies performed including stenosis measurements, percent of degree of stenosis measurements, pathological volume and size, vessel motion, and any other measurements required, relevant to the successful interpretation of the diagnostic examination by the radiologist.
• Consults with radiologist to establish requirements for non-standard examinations. Independent of over-the-shoulder supervision.
• The technician exercises judgment in making various oblique, transverse and/or sagittal scans; scans and searches organs for abnormalities, interprets sonographic image while it is being generated. Independently determines technical factors, positioning, and number of images.
• Independently operates computer-based equipment (i.e. Parks Flo-lab analyzer, Picture Archive Communications System (PACS), computer, etc.)
• Reviews and prepares ultrasound requests and works collaboratively with schedulers to schedule appointments for efficient patient flow and equipment utilization. Inputs pertinent information into computer. Registers, requests, cancels, and edits exams via the computer radiology information system (RIS).
• Responsible for explaining exams to competent patients in terms the patient will comprehend and understand. Explains any requirements of the patient in order for an adequate study to be performed. May be required by procedure or patient's condition to monitor vital signs, recognize allergic reactions, and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Assesses each patient's limitations (i.e. vent patient, nursing home care, psychiatric, etc.) modifying procedure to meet patient's needs while obtaining images needed for diagnostic interpretation.
• Performs Quality Control procedures and tests for diagnostic ultrasound, as needed. Troubleshoots equipment used in ultrasound procedures. Performs minor routine preventative maintenance as required. Recognizes and reports major equipment malfunctions within a timely manner to supervisor and/or Biomed service representative. Monitors equipment repair process and performs operational check prior to patient use.

• Responsible for evaluating the adequacy of each completed authorization form. Screens each request for information to determine urgency and assures that most urgent requests are completed fist using established priority systems. Personally greets veterans/visitors and assists them in determining the exact nature of the request and whether the information requested can be released.
• Applies public laws, rules, regulations and exclusions governing confidentiality of the medical record, including the Privacy Act, Freedom of Information Act and 38 U.S.C. 7332 governing the release of records containing information.
• Processes all incoming requests to the facility for Release of Information (ROI) long with information required by the VA Regional Office through the Automated Medical Information Exchange (AMIE).
• Evaluates validity of each request. Determines which information is to be released in compliance with existing laws. Ensures that proper authorization exists before release is made. Processes the request to the requesting agency or individual. Inputs all requests into the ROI computer package for logging and tracking of these requests.
• Receives and directs callers and visitors. Receives and/or gives out forms and assists visitors and/or callers with the completion of forms or documents. Responds to questions from patients concerning services. Provides advisory and technical assistance to patients, administrative staff and professional staff regarding release of information. Inquiries vary widely and information given requires explanation of office functions, describing specific requirements, providing basic instructions, or a similar degree of detail.
• Searches records or files to compose responses, including electronic searches to retrieve and summarize hard-to-locate data. Locates materials that would verify information given. Reviews paper and computerized health records to identify material to be photocopied/printed/written to electronic media and released.
• Responds to routine requests for release of patient information. Selects and compiles information from health records and prepares correspondence, typically using standard form or standard formats for letters. Ensures the information released is limited to what is specifically authorized and to the person or agency designated to receive it.
• Composes detailed explanations in response to correspondence received, arranging information into logical sequence and appropriate format and choosing appropriate words and expressions to convey the desired tone. Determines extent and tone of replies independently.
• Resolves conflicting or inconsistent information found on initial requests. This involves dealing with patients and/or third parties to resolve discrepancies, sorting out errors and reconstructing past transactions, cases or events, or finding alternative sources of information.
• Replies to vague, incomplete, or ambiguous inquires by independently recognizing issues, topics or problems. Inquiries are usually presented by patients or third parties who are not sure what information they are looking for or do not know how to identify it by title. Finds alternative sources of information on which to base a reply when correspondent has provided sketchy or inaccurate information.
• Processes Social Security requests for health information using ROI software. Downloads VistA Imaging documents and ROI software documents onto a secure Network Drive. Accesses the secured Social Security Web page and uploads the documents to the Web portal. Transfers the confirmation codes to the ROI software package and closes the requests in both the ROI and Social Security packages.
• Completes and processes routine releases of information to other VA and Federal Agencies and when requested, to patients and their families, insurance representatives, physicians, hospitals, and city and state health agencies according to VA directives. Processing must be accomplished within established time standards. Accurately enters all requests into the ROI software with necessary information for each request for health information. Completes necessary transactions for deposit of money collected from subpoenas, legal fees, and processing fees for release of information to individuals and insurance companies.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs housekeeping duties to include cleaning of corridors, lobbies, offices, bathrooms, stairways, clinics, waiting rooms, etc.
• Operates heavy duty, technical equipment such as battery operated, self-propelled floor scrubbers, self-propelled vacuum sweeper, hot water/steam extraction carpet cleaning machines, etc.
• Maintains all horizontal and vertical surfaces throughout the Medical Center at a high appearance and sanitation level.
• Ensures that all floor, wall, and ceiling surfaces are cleaned properly with the proper product to provide the maximum results without damage to the surface.
• Monitors the work of Housekeeping Aides while work is in progress to observe that proper work methods, procedures, and safety practices are being followed.
• Provides coordination for requested chair set-ups/take-downs, and other possible special assignments within the scope of EMS.
• Occasionally operates vehicles (approximately 4% of time or less on a periodic basis) with approximate gross vehicle weight up to 10,000 pounds.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Serves as a Medication Technician in a Federal Bureau of Prisons Institution.

Responsible for the administration and distribution of medication to inmates in various locations, including the Health Services Unit, Special Housing Units, or other designated areas within the institution.

Administers medications to include but not limited to Oral, Topical, Nebulized, Meter Dose Inhaler, and Insulin, in a manner consistent with nationally recognized safe medical practices, to include accurate identification of the patient, medication, dosage, time, and route.

Reports and records adverse medication reactions.

Assists Pharmacist or other appropriate staff member in a variety of pharmacy related activities, including, but not limited to, entry of physician orders into a computerized pharmacy information system, preparation of medications for Pharmacist review, preparation of medication administration records, storage and inventory of pharmacy supplies, etc.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Major Duties:

Administrative and Clerical

• Assigns, analyzes, and evaluates necessary daily workflow and workload
• Evaluates problems and provides an appropriate solution or refers the problem expeditiously to a pharmacist when the problem is beyond the technician's level of knowledge or expertise
• Independently gathers, evaluates, and analyzes data and generates reports pertinent to inpatient pharmacy daily rosters and patients needing medication histories.

• Triages medication information requests from patients, family members, caregivers, and other healthcare team members through appropriate modality (phone, secure messaging, etc) and refers to other clinical staff when indicated
• Conducts routine patient medication history interviews via appropriate modalities (ie: VVC, telephone, in person, etc) to obtain and assess pertinent medical information and medication history
• Completes accurate and timely documentation of patient interaction in EHR using the appropriate note title and template, in compliance with business rules

• Assists in identifying areas for improvement within the workflow of Clinical Inpatient Pharmacy where appropriate to facilitate the delivery of care to Veterans
• Assists in the development and updating of Minneapolis VA HCS Pharmacy policies and procedures

• Completes annual mandatory training, competencies, and education as required
• Maintains courteous and collaborative communication with other members of the healthcare team
• Supports the Inpatient Pharmacy Care team through a combination of independent and interdependent tasks. Supports, participates, and contributes to the team's efforts and effectiveness.