Total 88 job vacancies in Downers Grove, Illinois

The Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (ATSS) at this level is recognized as the subject matter expert in their field. All duties of an ATSS are tied to maintaining safe and efficient operating capacity of the vast and complex network of electronic systems required for the world's largest air traffic control and navigation system.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence. Incumbent provides the highest organizational level of technical support associated with analyzing, designing, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible.

Incumbent is recognized as the technical expert on legacy and newly developed systems within a large facility or multiple facilities over a large geographical area. Work requires maintaining technical expertise on complex systems and/or emerging technology, systems interrelationships and management of the NAS.

Responsibilities include the integration, restoration, testing and evaluation of new advanced service or service components, hardware/software systems and processes. Focus is on availability and reliability of the services and projects provided to the users of the NAS. Serves as the principal technical specialist and project manager on major projects and/or program areas, resolving unique technical problems without managerial intervention, providing coordination and suggesting solutions.

Works within established policies and procedures to select the most effective and efficient approach or to develop new solutions. Carries out work in accordance with overall plans and objectives of the organization, resolving problems as they arise and making adjustments as necessary to deal with unanticipated situations and organizational needs. This work includes responsibility for evaluating diagnostic data from multiple systems and are integrated to support a network of services or service products. Can be called upon to assist with repair and/or restore service or systems, providing guidance on the availability of backup systems, and to upward report the status of critical events.

Evaluation of this data is used for correcting deficiencies on Contractor Acceptance Inspection (CAI) or Joint Acceptance Inspection (JAI), FPIP, FSEP, Redline Drawings, Peabody and DMT reports dealing with LCMs, LADs, LEMs and resolving event based certification issues necessary for the timely restoration of equipment, systems/services with the NAS. Monitors other employees as a project or team leader.

Responsible for all aspects of SSC projects from initial planning, drawing and specifications review, implementation, Joint Acceptance Inspection, and disposition of assets. Acts as SSC point of contact for all projects completed locally or by outside contractors.

Identifies requirements (staffing funds, materials, and equipment) to accomplish projects and tracks the use of project resources. Uses technical expertise and understanding of user and stakeholder needs to prioritize SSC workload. Integrates Operational Risk Management (ORM) into all planned activities ensuring that all customers and users of services are included and involved in implementation and planning.

Fully understands and utilizes proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and personal safety practices when engaged in all restoration and maintenance activities helping to set the example of safe work practices for others in the organization.

Provides training, mentoring, guidance and advice to other employees, technicians, contractors and trainees regarding difficult technical or operational issues. Can be called upon to assist with repair and/or restore service or systems, providing guidance on the availability of backup systems, and to upward report the status of critical events. Focuses on overall NAS systems performance and causes of system degradation.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• As a Management Analyst, you will:
• Develop data analyses to evaluate alternative courses of action using sound judgment for addressing business problems and provides recommendations for solution.
• Provide recommendations for solutions to problems encountered.
• Represent the organization at various internal and external organizational/agency meetings to participate in/provide information on staff planning and decision-making processes.
• Advise superiors of the progress of various projects and any unusual complications or matters, with recommendations.
• Serve as a Management Analyst in the administration of accession and operations processes and initiatives.
• Collaborate with other staff to provide support and input for strategic planning efforts, governance, and transformation initiatives.
• Examine, evaluate, and implement projects executing project management.
• Plan and carry out projects, as assigned, and provide recommendations for solutions to problems encountered
• If filled at the GS-09 level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity under closer supervision.

As a PROGRAM ANALYST (TITLE 32), GS-0343-7/9, you will serve as the analyst and consultant for the management and administration of programs within the directorate or division.

Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list:

• Review, evaluate and analyze obligations and expenditures.
• Prepare directorate or division summaries from reports submitted by Major Subordinate Commands (MSC)*.
• Summarize and interpret significant data collected and relates this data to the organizations program actions; identifies and analyzes deficiencies in resource consumption, training, workload and scheduling, and evaluates deviations from standards, plans, and estimates to determine cause and impact on missions.
• Assist management in interpretation and utilization of reports and information provided.
• Develops various visual media to present trends, performance status, capability and related management information.
• Aid functional areas in identifying areas of record documentation and procedures that can be streamlined, combined or improved and initiates methods to operate under the new or revised system.
• Provide recommendations to subordinate organizations for proper management of programs.
• Recommend funding allocations and monitor expenditure to ensure allocations are being utilized as planned and are not being exceeded.

The Marion VA Health Care System is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working and learning environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. We offer an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where we celebrate our individual differences and unite as a team toward a common goal of providing outstanding service to our Nation's Veterans.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
Places and receives local calls; places and receives regular and special long distance calls over commercial circuits, tie lines, or other systems and various networks, consisting of wide area commercial system, a civilian Federal system, and a Federal overseas exchange system; provides directory service assistance to callers by retrieving organizational information from computerized directory databases; keeps records of calls for computing charges; provides primary or alternate routing service for high precedence calls; handles calls of varying precedence and preempting circuits if necessary; keeps statistics on system use to inform management of trends concerning capacity and utilization, operates associated equipment. Places personal calls (LD) for senior employees, physicians, bed-restricted patients, and visiting dignitaries and other personnel at the facility.

Prepares and records long distance and local information regarding the facility's communications management system and other special telephone studies utilizing toll tickets and summary sheets, as required. Makes periodic peg counts of all types of traffic including incoming, outgoing, off-net, information, and other types. Totals monthly tickets and files with appropriate data at the end of the month.

Monitors vital circuits and incoming emergency type calls such as those to security, the police, the fire department, etc., to assure call completion and proper disposition. Responsible for issuing emergency keys and for the security of the Dial Central Office (DCO) after normal duty hours. Serves as telephone trouble desk operator after normal duty hours, reporting all emergency communication outages to the maintenance section. Responsible for retrieving and/or updating relevant information in computerized databases using detailed procedural instructions and established guidelines pertaining to customers assistance, record keeping, and call receiving, placing, and monitoring.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Various hours between 7:00AM - 6:00PM
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 adhoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Telephone Operator Comm Care/PD05207A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

• Responsible for the monitoring of HAS functions performed by HAS and Non-HAS staff.
• Participates in data validation activities which include the analysis of resource allocation data, extracting workload and funding information, which impacts the hospital as well as those areas supported by HAS software (e.g., outpatient clinics, bed services, etc.)
• Develops and implements ongoing monitors relative to RPM data validation to ascertain the accuracy of data provided to VA Headquarters for allocation purposes.
• Presents findings of these monitors to management, service chiefs, physicians, and others who would benefit from this information.
• Responsible for determining and granting access to HAS VISTA software applications.
• Coordinates granting of access to Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) databases for purpose of eligibility determination.
• Responsible for local support of National Enrollment software and activities.
• Coordinates workload capture and transmissions from all treatment locations and services, including remote Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) ensuring successful workload transmission prior to established close out dates.
• Assists staff in analyzing workload trends, projecting inpatient and outpatient activities, compares and contrasts current and historical budget and workload data.
• Reviews, verifies, and analyzes data submitted for consistency with financial and program objectives and assures adherence to VA and VISN directives.
• Responsible for generation and validation of data collected as it relates to HAS and makes statistical analyses of the data collected. Reliability of this function is key to VlSN in measurement of the Medical Center.
• Ensures that all HAS-related VISTA patches are installed in a timely manner, coordinating efforts with Information Management service.
• Serves as site administrator for the PRN system and is responsible for managing and updating the system.
• All other duties as assigned.

The Lead MSA is assigned to a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model within the Marion VA Health Care System. The Lead MSA monitors work assignments, provides input on performance, resolves daily workplace issues and maintains efficient workflow. Assignments at this level include, but are not limited to: assuring coverage of all areas of responsibility; conducting ongoing reviews to ensure quality of work and that staff are in compliance with applicable policies and procedures i.e., Scheduling Directive, Patient Information Collection Management (PICM), Insurance Capture, Pre-Registration, Open Encounter management, etc.; ensuring accurate and timely scheduling of appointments by conducting and documenting routine scheduling audits; providing guidance to staff members to include changes in policies and procedures; distributing and balancing workload; creating and maintaining employee work schedules; orienting and providing on-the-job training for new and current employees; ensuring all training requirements are met; organizing the work structure of his/her assigned areas; and acting as liaison between MSAs and staff in order to resolve day to day conflicts.

Other assignments include, but are not limited to:

• Provide training, mentoring and coaching to other frontline MSAs
• Assist with cancelling, rescheduling and notifying patients as requested
• Ensure coverage for PACT MSAs when on scheduled or unscheduled leave
• Maintain and assist with clinic access contingency plans by adjusting appointment times, location or dates
• Maintain and assist with cancelling and rescheduling patients for various clinics in supervisor's absence.

The Marion VA Health Care System is actively recruiting a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Medicine Specialty Clinics within Nursing Service located in Marion, IL.

The incumbent will primarily be assigned to the Medical Specialty Department administering nursing care to adult and geriatric patients. This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments, as this is a 24/7 hospital. The incumbent may be required to rotate tours and duties during low/high census or complete administrative tasks established by the immediate supervisor.

Not all duties may be listed, so other duties may be assigned.

The incumbent is responsible to ensure the highest possible quality of care is achieved and that a safe therapeutic environment is provided.

The incumbent provides care that is in accordance with established standards, hospital policies and procedures.

The incumbent communicates with patients, family members, internal and external co-workers and customers in a courteous, tactful, helpful, and understanding manner. He/she is administratively responsible to the Nurse Manager.

PLEASE NOTE: These positions require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. If selected, Applicants will provide proof of current certifications prior to employment. Only BLS certification which included Automated External Defibrillator (AED) obtained from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Treatment Training Network (MTN) will be accepted.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding Federal holidays.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact VISN15EDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Functions of the Position:
The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, will be involved in the independent professional practice of pharmacy in accordance with the guidance set forth in FHCC policies and procedures, VA/DoD regulations, and state and federal laws governing the practice of pharmacy. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, may be scheduled and assigned to all areas of pharmacy practice and must possess the required knowledge and skills in order to perform the required functions. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, is responsible for both direct and indirect patient care, patient education, drug therapy monitoring, quality assurance, staff education, and consultation, and acts as pharmacy liaison with physicians and other health practitioners. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, promotes and manages drug therapy based on current clinical knowledge that is consistent with policies established at the National, VISN, and local levels.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
A. Program Manager

• Ensures compliance with USP<797> Pharmaceutical Compounding Preparations, USP<800> Hazardous Drugs - Handling in Healthcare Settings, USP<795> Pharmaceutical Compounding - Nonsterile Preparations, VHA Inpatient Services Directives, Policies, and Handbooks relating to CSPs, VHA Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) Guidance for CSPs, Guidelines for Safe Preparation of Sterile Compounding (2013) published by Institute of Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), American Society of Heath-System Pharmacists(ASHP), and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, or any other accrediting bodies or best practices recommends are require for safe compounding of CSP and handling of hazardous drugs (HD)for all activities and functions for the CSPs. Ensures the pharmacy service has written procedures for compliance with these standards.
• Ensures that the decision to outsource CSP prescriptions or to prepare CSPs in the medical facility pharmacy follows the VHA PBM decision-making hierarchy
• Ensures the competency of Pharmacy personnel in the preparation and handling of sterile and non-sterile compounded products as required by USP <795>, <797>, and <800>standards. Monitors pharmacy staff trainings are maintained and documented with acceptable skills & competency and assists with training all incoming pharmacy personnel on all matters related to the compounding CSPs, HDs, and IV room procedures.
• Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the Inpatient Pharmacy (and Outpatient Pharmacies, when applicable) for the IV room, compounding CSPs and non-sterile preparations, develops policies and procedures for the Hospital for safe handling of HD, conducts training, and provides educational in-services

• Is directly involved in the design, implementation, and monitoring of therapeutic drug plans to achieve definite outcomes through direct interactions with patients and providers in assigned areas.
• Obtains medication histories from patients and summarizes significant findings in the patient medical record and/or to the provider as appropriate.
• Actively involved in reviewing patient medication regimens for clinical effectiveness, drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects, potential drug interactions, and therapeutic outcomes as required. Communicates findings with prescribers and provides appropriate alternatives to current treatment plans as needed.

• Provide annual training for all pharmacy staff in aseptic technique, pharmaceutical calculations, position specific competencies, and reviews modules and updates as needed.
• Provides accurate and adequate orientation and explanation of policies and procedures regarding sterile and non-sterile compounded preparations, IV admixture program, and performance improvement to pharmacy employees.
• Conduct and/or participate in an ongoing in-service education program for pharmacy personnel and other medical personnel as required.
• Provide training for incoming pharmacy personnel, and assure competency prior to full assignment.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in pharmacy practice and drug therapy by reading the pharmacy and medical literature and participating in continuing education programs.
• Responsible for providing the FHCC staff with accurate, comprehensive information about drugs and their use and shall serve as the FHCC primary resource for meeting its drug information responsibilities.
• Serves as a preceptor and role model for pharmacy resident and or students during their rotations and in accordance with established protocols.

Functions of the Position:
The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, will be involved in the independent professional practice of pharmacy in accordance with the guidance set forth in FHCC policies and procedures, VA/DoD regulations, and state and federal laws governing the practice of pharmacy. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, may be scheduled and assigned to all areas of pharmacy practice and must possess the required knowledge and skills in order to perform the required functions. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, is responsible for both direct and indirect patient care, patient education, drug therapy monitoring, quality assurance, staff education, and consultation, and acts as pharmacy liaison with physicians and other health practitioners. The Pharmacy Program Manager, IV Room, promotes and manages drug therapy based on current clinical knowledge that is consistent with policies established at the National, VISN, and local levels.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:
A. Program Manager

• Ensures compliance with USP<797> Pharmaceutical Compounding Preparations, USP<800> Hazardous Drugs - Handling in Healthcare Settings, USP<795> Pharmaceutical Compounding - Nonsterile Preparations, VHA Inpatient Services Directives, Policies, and Handbooks relating to CSPs, VHA Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) Guidance for CSPs, Guidelines for Safe Preparation of Sterile Compounding (2013) published by Institute of Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), American Society of Heath-System Pharmacists(ASHP), and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, or any other accrediting bodies or best practices recommends are require for safe compounding of CSP and handling of hazardous drugs (HD)for all activities and functions for the CSPs. Ensures the pharmacy service has written procedures for compliance with these standards.
• Ensures that the decision to outsource CSP prescriptions or to prepare CSPs in the medical facility pharmacy follows the VHA PBM decision-making hierarchy
• Ensures the competency of Pharmacy personnel in the preparation and handling of sterile and non-sterile compounded products as required by USP <795>, <797>, and <800>standards. Monitors pharmacy staff trainings are maintained and documented with acceptable skills & competency and assists with training all incoming pharmacy personnel on all matters related to the compounding CSPs, HDs, and IV room procedures.
• Develops Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the Inpatient Pharmacy (and Outpatient Pharmacies, when applicable) for the IV room, compounding CSPs and non-sterile preparations, develops policies and procedures for the Hospital for safe handling of HD, conducts training, and provides educational in-services

• Is directly involved in the design, implementation, and monitoring of therapeutic drug plans to achieve definite outcomes through direct interactions with patients and providers in assigned areas.
• Obtains medication histories from patients and summarizes significant findings in the patient medical record and/or to the provider as appropriate.
• Actively involved in reviewing patient medication regimens for clinical effectiveness, drug selection, dosing, contraindications, side effects, potential drug interactions, and therapeutic outcomes as required. Communicates findings with prescribers and provides appropriate alternatives to current treatment plans as needed.

• Provide annual training for all pharmacy staff in aseptic technique, pharmaceutical calculations, position specific competencies, and reviews modules and updates as needed.
• Provides accurate and adequate orientation and explanation of policies and procedures regarding sterile and non-sterile compounded preparations, IV admixture program, and performance improvement to pharmacy employees.
• Conduct and/or participate in an ongoing in-service education program for pharmacy personnel and other medical personnel as required.
• Provide training for incoming pharmacy personnel, and assure competency prior to full assignment.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in pharmacy practice and drug therapy by reading the pharmacy and medical literature and participating in continuing education programs.
• Responsible for providing the FHCC staff with accurate, comprehensive information about drugs and their use and shall serve as the FHCC primary resource for meeting its drug information responsibilities.
• Serves as a preceptor and role model for pharmacy resident and or students during their rotations and in accordance with established protocols.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To serve as special advisor to the AMC/A3 and Mobility Guardian planning and execution staffs with responsibility for planning, directing, organizing and exercising control over Mobility Guardian planning and execution.

DUTIES:

1. Leads, plans, organizes, administers and directs the activities of the Mobility Guardian Staff, ensuring that financial management, budget, computer support, personnel management and manpower activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet security and developmentally needs of the population served.
2. Exercise supervisory personnel responsibilities.
3. Provides advice and assistance to HQ AMC leaders and international officials regarding manpower, financial management, budget, real estate and computer support to effectively meet current and long-range program goals and objectives.
4. Participates in community activities, conducts and attends briefings, meetings and conferences with local organizations (i.e. Chambers of Commerce, Kiwanis, etc.) to support the exercise.
5. Provides overall management and direction of facilities for Mobility Guardian and any other assigned special events in support of the exercise.

• Direct the accomplishment of analyses, design studies, layouts, and designs on features for navigation, flood control, vertical construction and related projects.
• Provide technical advice on structural, electrical and mechanical engineering design and supervisor design computations.
• Plan and assign work of subordinates, set and adjust short term priorities and prepares schedule for work completion.
• Evaluate work performances and counsels employees on work and administrative matters.
• Coordinate development of structural, mechanical, and electrical designs and drawings required for projects.
• Oversee development of designs, plans and specifications for difficult mechanical and electrical systems containing unusual features.
• Advise others concerning electrical and mechanical design problems.
• Function as an authority on structural, electrical, mechanical engineering and architectural design matters within the agency.

• Direct the accomplishment of analyses, design studies, layouts, and designs on features for navigation, flood control, vertical construction and related projects.
• Provide technical advice on structural, electrical and mechanical engineering design and supervisor design computations.
• Plan and assign work of subordinates, set and adjust short term priorities and prepares schedule for work completion.
• Evaluate work performances and counsels employees on work and administrative matters.
• Coordinate development of structural, mechanical, and electrical designs and drawings required for projects.
• Oversee development of designs, plans and specifications for difficult mechanical and electrical systems containing unusual features.
• Advise others concerning electrical and mechanical design problems.
• Function as an authority on structural, electrical, mechanical engineering and architectural design matters within the agency.

The Marion VA Health Care System is actively recruiting a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Medicine Specialty Clinics within Nursing Service located in Marion, IL.

The incumbent will primarily be assigned to the Medical Specialty Department administering nursing care to adult and geriatric patients. This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments, as this is a 24/7 hospital. The incumbent may be required to rotate tours and duties during low/high census or complete administrative tasks established by the immediate supervisor.

Not all duties may be listed, so other duties may be assigned.

The incumbent is responsible to ensure the highest possible quality of care is achieved and that a safe therapeutic environment is provided.

The incumbent provides care that is in accordance with established standards, hospital policies and procedures.

The incumbent communicates with patients, family members, internal and external co-workers and customers in a courteous, tactful, helpful, and understanding manner. He/she is administratively responsible to the Nurse Manager.

PLEASE NOTE: These positions require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. If selected, Applicants will provide proof of current certifications prior to employment. Only BLS certification which included Automated External Defibrillator (AED) obtained from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Treatment Training Network (MTN) will be accepted.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding Federal holidays.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact VISN15EDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

The Marion VA Health Care System is actively recruiting a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Medicine Specialty Clinics within Nursing Service located in Marion, IL.

The incumbent will primarily be assigned to the Medical Specialty Department administering nursing care to adult and geriatric patients. This position potentially requires flexibility in schedule and assignments, as this is a 24/7 hospital. The incumbent may be required to rotate tours and duties during low/high census or complete administrative tasks established by the immediate supervisor.

Not all duties may be listed, so other duties may be assigned.

The incumbent is responsible to ensure the highest possible quality of care is achieved and that a safe therapeutic environment is provided.

The incumbent provides care that is in accordance with established standards, hospital policies and procedures.

The incumbent communicates with patients, family members, internal and external co-workers and customers in a courteous, tactful, helpful, and understanding manner. He/she is administratively responsible to the Nurse Manager.

PLEASE NOTE: These positions require Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. If selected, Applicants will provide proof of current certifications prior to employment. Only BLS certification which included Automated External Defibrillator (AED) obtained from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Treatment Training Network (MTN) will be accepted.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding Federal holidays.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 000000
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact VISN15EDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

• Research the validity and accuracy of transportation and/or financial data contained in invoices submitted for payment.
• Compile and/or verify the accuracy of accounting data to prepare statements, reports, schedules, and/or comparative analyses of accounting transactions.
• Utilize a variety of systems and/or reports in order to evaluate errors and/or recommend solutions to management and/or customers.
• Resolve financial data or documentation errors by working with internal staff, other agencies or commands or other major subordinate commands.