Medical Instrument Technologist (Ultrasound)

Summary

The Medical Instrument Technologist- Vascular Lab Ultrasound position is above the full performance level. The technologist is a specialist among a diverse group of diagnostic ultrasound professionals. These technologists are qualified by professional credentialing, academic and clinical experience to provide the most complex and non-routine procedures to obtain the results required for clinical diagnosis and documentation for the best possible patient care.

This job is open to

• Federal employees - Competitive service
  
  Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Federal employees - Excepted service
  
  Current excepted service federal employees.
• Internal to an agency
  
  Current federal employees of this agency.
• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

The first area of consideration for this announcement will be in this order:
-Current and permanent Tampa VA employees.
-Current and permanent VA employees nationwide
-Federal employees
-The public will then be considered.

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Duties

The GS-9 Vascular Technologist preforms the following:

a. Patient assessments involving, verifying patient identification and the requested procedure is appropriate for the patient history and complaints. The technologist is expected to take a history and review the patient medical record in addition to assessing the patient's ability to tolerate the procedure and determining if any contraindications to the procedure exist. These skills distinguish the Vascular MIT form a technician who preforms an examination by rote. Obtaining this highly specialized set of skills required adequate training and clinical experience.

b. Performs high quality ultrasound examinations and other diagnostic modalities to analyze the data of the neck, abdomen and extremities that will assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders.

c. Technologist is responsible for performing, but not limited to, the following specialized studies, and all examinations performed in the Vascular Lab require a pertinent examination:

• i. Peripheral arterial and digital artery evaluations, requiring segmental blood pressure measurements in the arms and legs as well as blood pressure measurements using both Doppler ultrasound and plethysmography in the toes and fingers. Exercise testing requiring use of treadmill with pre and post exercise measurements.
• ii. Venous Studies- Use of ultrasound Doppler velocity detector and the color imaging device to survey peripheral in both the upper and lower extremities, recording the flow signals as required. Distinguishing between normal and abnormal venous flow patterns in response to a variety of manipulations. Evaluate for both venous obstruction and venous insufficiency.
• iii. Non-invasive cerebrovascular evaluation including the recording and interpretation of pulse wave Doppler velocity waveforms from the cervical carotid arteries. Distinguishing between the internal and external carotid flow pattern and must be aware of how these patterns are altered in disease. This study also requires the use of the color flow Doppler to obtain non-invasive images of the cervical carotid vessels in normal and disease state, interpreting the images and wave forms generated as is required.
• iv. Temporal Artery-Use of duplex ultrasound to evaluate the temporal artery, recording flow signals and measurements a required. Distinguishing between normal and abnormal findings.
• v. Abdomen duplex-Evaluating abdominal arteries with Doppler and color flow to identify abnormalities, stenosis and/or occlusions.
• vi. Non-invasive surveillance of grafts (vein and PTFE), endovascular stents (iliac, EVAR, FEVAR, renal and cerebrovascular) assess flow hemodynamics and stent contour; dialysis access pre-operatively and pre-cannulation and mesenteric/splanchnic artery evaluation. Specialized requests for preop evaluations (ie forearm flap used in mandibular reconstruction, radial artery evaluation for CABG).
• vii. Operate vascular lab equipment and assists Vascular Surgeon during procedures or surgery cases. Technologist is knowledgeable in sterile technique and procedure. Assists the vascular and general surgeons in surgery for intra-op carotid endarterectomies, bypass grafts of the lower extremities and other necessary surgical cases.

d. Operates PACS and/or ISCV workstations for the purpose of making digital records of ultrasound examinations so that future ultrasound examinations may be compared.

e. Advises the vascular surgeons or referring physicians of significant abnormalities that would require their immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing examination.

f. Provide a summary of findings to the physician to aid in patient diagnosis and management. Generates a typed preliminary report in the digital archival and reporting system and ensures report is transferred to the patient's CPRS in Vista Imaging. Enters examination information into database.

g. Use independent judgment and systematic problem-solving methods to produce high quality diagnostic information optimizing patient care. To document changes over time, compares current images to previous study images.

h. Participates in the training of physicians, nurse practitioners and students so that these individuals may acquire an understanding of the principles of ultrasound and how it relates to other diagnostic exams.

i. Gathers other related information such as patient x-rays, etc. so that the correlation of examinations to other studies may be made by the vascular surgeons in the diagnosis and recommendation of treatment for medical disorders.

Work Schedule: 7:40am to 4pm

Functional Statement #:

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: not authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Citizenship. Citizenship of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g, thispart.)
• Education. There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels. See the grade requirements part of this standard for information regarding educational substitutions.
• Licensure or Certification. Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations". For all specialties identified in this standard, Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable. Training which does not result in official certification does not meet this definition.

Grandfathering Provision. The following is the standard grandfathering policy for all Title 38 Hybrid qualification standards. Some of these provisions may not apply to this occupation. Please carefully review the qualification standard to determine the specific education and/or licensure/certification/ registration requirements that apply to this occupation.

All persons employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including positive education and licensure/certification/registration that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements required in this standard, but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to it, the following provisions apply:

Such employees in an occupation that does not require a licensure/certification/registration, may be reassigned, promoted, or demoted within the occupation.

Such employees in an occupation that requires a licensure/certification/registration, may be reassigned, promoted up to and including the full performance (journey) level, or demoted within the occupation, but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions.

Such employees in an occupation that requires a licensure/certification/registration only at

higher grade levels must meet the licensure/certification/registration requirement before they

can be promoted to those higher grade levels.

Employees who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the

qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed,

on a temporary or permanent basis, until they fully meet the basic requirements of the

standard.

Employees initially grandfathered into this occupation, who subsequently obtain additional

education and/or licensure/certification/registration that meet all the basic requirements of this

qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in

the occupation.

If an employee who was retained in an occupation listed in 38 U.S.C. § 7401(3) under this

provision leaves that occupation, the employee loses protected status and must meet the full

VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation.

• Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
• English Language Proficiency. Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part.

Grade Determinations:

• GS-9. In addition to the core competencies defined at the GS-8 full performance level, positions at this grade may be lead, supervisory, or non-supervisory with specialized advanced knowledge and assignments.
  
  
  • Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level, which
  
  
  is directly related to the duties of the position to be filled, and must fully meet the KSAs at that
  
  level. This would be specialized experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge
  
  required in order to provide all aspects of diagnostic ultrasonography services. In addition, the
  
  candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the
  
  assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*):
  
  
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. KSAs 1, 2, and 3 are appropriate for all
  
  
  positions at this level. KSAs 4 and 5 are to be used in accordance with their appropriateness for
  
  the specific assignment.
  
  
  1. Knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques in order to provide training and supervision in these procedures, to evaluate and initiate performance improvement projects, and to write policies, procedures, and protocols that pertain to diagnostic ultrasonography.
  2. * Knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements.
  3. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels.
  4. * Ability to manage and supervise employees.
  5. * Ability to provide, or provide for, staff development and training.
  
  
  
  • Certification. Registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or by the
  
  
  American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) is highly desirable. Basic
  
  Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also
  
  desirable.
  
  
  • Assignments. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level
  
  
  duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be
  
  performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time.
  
  
  • Special Assignments. Non-supervisory diagnostic ultrasound technicians may have assignments that because of their nature substantially exceed the full performance level. The Professional Standards Board will review proposed non-supervisory special assignments for the GS-9 level and make a determination regarding their appropriateness. These assignments are expected to be relatively few in number and must represent substantial additional responsibility over the full performance level.

Preferred Experience:

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• 3 years vascular ultrasound experience in an IAC accredited vascular lab in a hospital setting. Performing Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform all vascular ultrasound procedures, routine to the most complex.
• Must have complete and thorough knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and of the arterial and venous system.
• Possess the knowledge, skill, and abilities to organize all exam images and data in a detailed typed preliminary report in the PACS system and Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
• Responsible for providing preliminary findings and critical/acute results to ordering providers or reading provider.
• Maintains effective control of the ultrasound area by coordinating, planning, organizing, and executing the daily work potential to expedite workflow patterns within the department. Schedules patients for exams.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS9. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS9/

Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.

Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

RESUME REMINDER-

PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE A PHOTO IN YOUR RESUME

Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:

***Job title Duties: be as detailed as possible

***Month & year start/end dates: (e.g. June 2017 to April 2021)

***Full-time or part-time status: (include hours worked per week)

Series and Grade: for all Federal positions you have held.

Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.

Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy.

***We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.***

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Review our benefits
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
  
  
  • Resume
  
  
  The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
  
  
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • Registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
  • Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript
  
  
  SF-50 Reminder for Federal Employee Applicants- If your most recent SF-50 has an effective date (shown in box 4) within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess the 1 full year of specialized experience in your present grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50, prior to your most recent one. The yearly Cost of Living Adjustment SF-50, issued in January, does not prove a full year of specialized experience. Monetary or time off award SF-50's do not provide sufficient information and will not be accepted.
  
  Examples of appropriate SF-50's include:
  
  • Within grade increases at the highest grade held; or
  • Promotions with an effective date more than one year old; or
  • SF-50's at the highest grade held with an effective date more than one year old
  
  
  Vet Pref Waiver notice
  
  Although hybrid title 38 occupations follow title 5 Veterans' preference rules, as required by the Merit Systems Protection Board (Graves v. VA, 117 M.S.P.R. 697 (2012)), 38 U.S.C. § 7412 waives the requirement to apply Veterans' preference to external applicants for appointments made during the fiscal year to hybrid title 38 occupations among those reported to have the largest staffing shortages.
  
  This occupational series currently falls under this waiver. While veterans will still have first opportunity for public announcements, this waiver does not guarantee a veteran being selected if qualified.
  
  Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
  All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/28/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12514637.
  
  1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
  2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
  
  
  NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
  
  To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Karen McKee
  
  Phone
  
  352-548-6000 X105242
  
  Email
  
  karen.mckee@va.gov
  
  Address
  
  James A Haley Veterans Hospital
  
  13000 Bruce B. Downs Boulevard
  
  Tampa, FL 33612
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
  
  You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
  
  NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• Resume

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (VA)
• Registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

SF-50 Reminder for Federal Employee Applicants- If your most recent SF-50 has an effective date (shown in box 4) within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess the 1 full year of specialized experience in your present grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50, prior to your most recent one. The yearly Cost of Living Adjustment SF-50, issued in January, does not prove a full year of specialized experience. Monetary or time off award SF-50's do not provide sufficient information and will not be accepted.

Examples of appropriate SF-50's include:

• Within grade increases at the highest grade held; or
• Promotions with an effective date more than one year old; or
• SF-50's at the highest grade held with an effective date more than one year old

Vet Pref Waiver notice

Although hybrid title 38 occupations follow title 5 Veterans' preference rules, as required by the Merit Systems Protection Board (Graves v. VA, 117 M.S.P.R. 697 (2012)), 38 U.S.C. § 7412 waives the requirement to apply Veterans' preference to external applicants for appointments made during the fiscal year to hybrid title 38 occupations among those reported to have the largest staffing shortages.

This occupational series currently falls under this waiver. While veterans will still have first opportunity for public announcements, this waiver does not guarantee a veteran being selected if qualified.

Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.


If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 08/28/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12514637.

1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

Karen McKee

Phone

352-548-6000 X105242

Email

karen.mckee@va.gov

Address

James A Haley Veterans Hospital

13000 Bruce B. Downs Boulevard

Tampa, FL 33612

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request