https://careers.chpa.org Latest CHPA Career Center Jobs Mon, 26 Jul 2021 10:44:43 Z https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15173411/surgical-technician https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15173411/surgical-technician Chico, California, The Surgical Health Technician works under the supervision on the Chief of Podiatry and is assigned to the Podiatry Outpatient Clinic in Chico, California, which is part of Department of Surgery. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Position Description Title/PD#: Surgical Technician/00748A Promotion Potential GS-7: May be promoted to the full performance level without competition only when all regulatory/qualification/performance requirements are met. Promotion is not guaranteed. Provides direct patient care to a selected patient population requiring wound care dressing changes, casts, braces, and splints in the OPC treating locations (Surgical Clinics and Surgical Procedure rooms); Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15173452/medical-supply-tech-sterile-processing https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15173452/medical-supply-tech-sterile-processing Columbia, Missouri, Position is located in the Sterile Processing Services (SPS) Section of Patient Services. The incumbent will provide inventory support and physically maintain stock at primary and secondary inventory locations for SPS. Duties include but not limited to: - Provides inventory support and physically maintains stock at secondary inventory locations for SPS. - Provides sterilization, preparation, and decontamination support for the medical center. Properly disassembles supply items avoiding damage or unnecessary wear. - Utilizes Standard Operating Procedures and manufacturer instructions during required troubleshooting. - Uses seasoned judgment to ensure minimum potential for damage to equipment. - Removes gross contamination, pre-sterilizes biological contamination and decontaminates all reusable supplies and equipment. - Visually examines items for damage, deterioration, or imperfections such as rust, pitting and cracks. - Operates medical equipment to determine whether it operates correctly after reassembly. - Packages individual items or assembles items into sets or trays. - Determines appropriate method of sterilization and attaches chemical indicator tape to package. - Receives new supplies, checks deliveries for quality and quantity. - Stores items in accordance with inventory system. Work Schedule: Various Schedules. Overnights/Weekends/Holidays may be required. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15173429/pharmacy-visn-program-manager https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15173429/pharmacy-visn-program-manager Marion, Illinois, The VISN Pain Management, Opioid Safety, and Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PMOP) Coordinator supports VISN and Facility Pain POC/Clinical Leads in the coordination of pain management, opioid safety, and prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP)-related initiatives and implementation of VHA and the Joint Commission standards. The VISN PMOP Coordinators work in close collaboration with VISN and facility stakeholders. Working in close collaboration and supporting the VISN and Facility Pain POCs/Pain Leads, Primary Care (PACT) Pain Champions, Academic Detailing pharmacists, the Pain Management Team (PMT)/Pain Clinic team members, and other stakeholders. Supporting a high functioning VISN Pain Committee/Pain Community of Practice that includes stakeholders from across the VISN, and supporting subcommittees, task forces/work groups as indicated. Developing processes/procedures to ensure implementation and compliance with national policy related to pain management, opioid safety and risk mitigation strategies, Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution (OEND), management of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), initiatives in compliance with national policy, clinical practice guidelines, and regulatory requirements. Providing VISN-wide facility support for community provider opioid prescribing practice reviews as required by the MISSION Act Section 131. Providing VISN-wide facility support for Opioid Safety Initiative (OSI) and data-based risk reviews for opioid-exposed patients (including Stratification Tool for Opioid Risk Mitigation (STORM) data-based reviews), and other interdisciplinary pain care forums. Supporting and tracking full implementation of the Stepped Care Model for Pain Management (SCM-PM), including high functioning PMTs/Pain Clinics at all facilities. Supporting the implementation of at least one CARF-accredited interdisciplinary pain rehabilitation program in each VISN and expanding access to CARF pain programs VISN-wide. Supporting access to tertiary advanced diagnostic and therapeutic interventional pain care modalities. Supporting access to integrative health modalities. Supporting and facilitating veteran outreach events, inclusive of women's health initiatives for pain management. Facilitating VISN-wide implementation of the OUD stepped care model within facilities, in particular for Step 1 of the Stepped Care for Opioid Use Disorder Train-the-Trainer (SCOUTT) program expansion, e.g., within PMTs/Pain Clinics. Identifying opioid safety improvement and risk mitigation opportunities for facility leadership and developing strategic planning efforts in accordance with VA policy, inclusive of, but not limited to PDMP compliance, urine drug screening, and establishing population management processes for targeted risk mitigation. Collaborating to evaluate acute pain care prescribing and processes at the facility and leading improvement opportunities. Developing and tracking VISN and facility level dashboards regarding pain management, opioid safety, and PDMP, including key parameters such as access, productivity, workload, and staffing. Measuring and reporting quality and compliance outcomes related to pain management, opioid safety, and PDMP. Partnering with Academic Detailing and other stakeholders to monitor and disseminate best clinical practices related to PMOP initiatives. Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Telework: YES Virtual: This position can be filled virtually at any VISN 15 location listed in the job announcement and if selected for this position,(specific VISN 15 location of employment will be determined at time of selection). Note: Virtual is defined as work performed on a full-time basis using VA-leased space or at a VA facility other than the facility that hired the employee. Functional Statement #: PD000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: NOT Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): NOT Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15170146/supervisory-medical-instrument-technician-echocardiography https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15170146/supervisory-medical-instrument-technician-echocardiography Portland, Maine, The incumbent works in the Cardiology Section of Medical Service at the VA Maine Healthcare System, Togus campus, Augusta, Maine. The position is primarily located at the Portland CBOC of the VA Maine Healthcare System; the incumbent will also be required to provide cardiovascular ultrasonography services and supervision at the Togus campus, VA Maine. The incumbent will have full administrative and professional responsibility for planning and directing the work of subordinate technicians. These duties include assigning and evaluating the work of subordinate staff; providing echocardiography technician services in more complex cases; reviewing and making recommendations regarding new and emerging procedures; providing instruction and training to new staff; interviewing candidates for positions; recommending selections, advancements, promotions; evaluating performance; taking disciplinary action when necessary; and identifying educational or training needs. Additionally, this technician is responsible for performing echocardiography exams which range from routine to complex in all echocardiography modalities. Duties include varied administrative, and staff development functions, which may require problem solving, communication and writing skills, as well as knowledge of regulatory and industry compliance and accreditation issues. In addition, they will have knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques. They will provide training and supervision in these procedures, to evaluate and initiate performance improvement projects, and to write policies, procedures, and protocols, that pertain to Echocardiography. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00AM - 4:30PM or 7:30AM - 4:00PM Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PDF03393 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15169815/histopathology-technologist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15169815/histopathology-technologist New York, New York, The histopathology technologist independently performs a full range of routine and specialized tests. Utilize information technology systems to apply histopathology techniques and broad scientific principles from the fields of biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology. The histopathology technologist acts as a technical resource, troubleshooting a variety of specialized lab tests, identifying suboptimal issues, and uses independent judgment and resources to resolve concerns. MAJOR DUTIES Prepares Blocks and Slides - Prepares and processes surgically removed tissue, autopsy tissue and body fluids such as sputum, spinal fluid, bronchial washings and brushings, percutaneous lung aspirates, chest, abdominal cavity and joint fluids, cervical-vaginal smears, and urine and bladder washings for their ultimate slide preparations, staining and microscopic diagnosis by the pathologist. - Performs fixation, the stabilization of protein, on tissue and body fluids to penetrate the tissue and kill it quickly so as to preserve the tissue elements, particularly the nuclei, in the condition in which they are at the moment the fixing agent acts on them and to harden them so they will not be altered by the various processing procedures. - Processes tissue through dehydration in graded alcohols, clearing in various solvents and impregnating or infiltrating in a liquid paraffin-like solution. - Orients and embeds tissue into paraffin blocks. Performs decalcification on ossified tissue and bone marrow biopsies recognizing the correct degree of decalcification. Carefully processes preparations to preserve and maintain the delicate microscopic architecture of the tissue; avoiding damage by over-­decalcification while ensuring adequate decalcification to allow for proper cutting of the sections. - Prepares cytology specimens by Thin Prep technique and prepares spinal fluids by cyto-centrifugation technique. - As needed, prepares cell blocks from pleural and other bod fluids and cuts all cell blocks, prepares slides and stains them for cytology screening. - When necessary, performs the Papanicolaou stain and fungal stains such as the Grocott' s methenamine silver on cytology slides. - Cuts tissue paraffin blocks on the rotary microtome preparing slides for routine hematoxylin and eosin stain, for special stains, immunohistochemical stains, and immunoperoxidase stains; using a cryostat, cuts frozen tissue sections that have been sent from the operating room or a STAT or immediate diagnosis; also cuts frozen tissue for direct immunofluorescence stains, histochemical stains and fat or lipid stains. - Performs staining of the routine hematoxylin and eosin stain, and special stains that are necessary in many cases to enable the pathologist to arrive at a diagnosis. Performs approximately 40 or more of the routine special stains and as the occasion requires. The incumbent keeps a close check on the quality control to be sure that optimum results have been obtained. - If for any reason difficulties are encountered with special stains, it is the incumbent's responsibility to ascertain why it is not staining properly and to make the necessary corrections to attain the desired results - Performs a wide variety of histochemical stains, i.e. acid and alkaline phosphatase, esterase, etc., and performs immunohistochemical techniques, specifically the immunoperoxidase methods which permit the demonstration of a variety of antigens in routinely processed tissues. The morphological detail obtained by this procedure is comparable to orthodox hematoxylin and eosin stained sections and so offers the diagnostic pathologist the opportunity of simultaneously identifying normal and neoplastic cells both by their morphological characteristics and by their antigenic constitution. - Mounts all slides with glass cover slips and places labels on each slide with its complete and correct information. - Prepares chemical stains and solutions used in the histology laboratory and as necessary for the cytology laboratory, i.e. hematoxylin solution, according to directions from laboratory guidelines, buffering the solutions and checking the pH as necessary. These stains and solutions must be of excellent quality in order to ensure that the tissue will yield the maximum diagnostic information. Incumbent also maintains adequate fixing, dehydrating, clearing and staining solutions on hand at all times. - Performs special stains and immunohistological stains. - Prepares slides, fixatives, stains to attain an optimal cytological sample sufficient for diagnosis of CT guided FNA or bedside FNA (Fine Needle Aspiration) procedures. - Assists supervisor in evaluation of methodologies for use in the histology section. Applies knowledge of underlying principles and scientific knowledge in evaluating guidelines and approaches to problems and new techniques in predicting test performance. - Develops and validates and ensures that all procedures and policies are maintained and current. - Participates in the review and evaluation of histology's program objectives and compliance with regulatory agencies. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD21S95A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15170144/supervisory-medical-instrument-technician-echocardiography https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15170144/supervisory-medical-instrument-technician-echocardiography Portland, Maine, The incumbent works in the Cardiology Section of Medical Service at the VA Maine Healthcare System, Togus campus, Augusta, Maine. The position is primarily located at the Portland CBOC of the VA Maine Healthcare System; the incumbent will also be required to provide cardiovascular ultrasonography services and supervision at the Togus campus, VA Maine. The incumbent will have full administrative and professional responsibility for planning and directing the work of subordinate technicians. These duties include assigning and evaluating the work of subordinate staff; providing echocardiography technician services in more complex cases; reviewing and making recommendations regarding new and emerging procedures; providing instruction and training to new staff; interviewing candidates for positions; recommending selections, advancements, promotions; evaluating performance; taking disciplinary action when necessary; and identifying educational or training needs. Additionally, this technician is responsible for performing echocardiography exams which range from routine to complex in all echocardiography modalities. Duties include varied administrative, and staff development functions, which may require problem solving, communication and writing skills, as well as knowledge of regulatory and industry compliance and accreditation issues. In addition, they will have knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques. They will provide training and supervision in these procedures, to evaluate and initiate performance improvement projects, and to write policies, procedures, and protocols, that pertain to Echocardiography. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00AM - 4:30PM or 7:30AM - 4:00PM Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PDF03393 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15170154/medical-supply-technician https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15170154/medical-supply-technician San Juan, Puerto Rico, Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) for Veterans Health Administration (VHA). The incumbent performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspections of reusable medical equipment (RME) at the full performance level for Medical Supply Technician/Sterile Processing. Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical reusable medical equipment (RME) in the decontamination area and may receive noncritical equipment as well. Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rising and scrubbing. In addition, incumbent inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization, assembles basic sets and trays used throughout the medical center, including those used in the operating room. Responsible for reprocessing any RME following the local Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) drafted in accordance with manufacturer's written recommendations. Sterile Processing and Infection Control should be consulted when clarification of written instructions is needed. Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all processing equipment. MSTs receive guidance from Lead MSTs and SPS management. Work Schedule: Various shifts, weekends, holidays (Position requires rotation of tours or assignments, shift work, (weekend and holiday on-call). Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15169884/supervisory-medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15169884/supervisory-medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing Lexington, Kentucky, The Supervisory MST functions as a first-level supervisor responsible for the oversight of a group of MSTs, with administrative responsibility for planning and directing the work. This includes developing duty assignments based on staffing levels, workload and priorities within the department. Reviewing subordinates work to adjust assignments and to evaluate learning needs. Oversees attendance and leave, including approval of sick and annual leave and vacation schedules. The incumbent informs higher level management of anticipated vacancies or increases in workload. Recommends promotions, reassignments, recognition of superior performance, retention or release of probationary employees or other changes of assigned personnel. Holds corrective interviews with employees, referring disciplinary problems to higher levels of management. Resolves informal complaints of employees and deals with union representatives on personnel matters. Will address, investigate and resolve employee problems and complaints, provide instruction, guidance and direction to the SPS staff under their direct supervision. Provides technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the organizational unit. Will coordinate all operations, priorities and procedures on a daily basis within Service Processing Service. Will resolve informal customer complaints and follow up as necessary. The incumbent will have knowledge of the processes for Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) as required by this position. The incumbent will be required to maintain current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RME appropriate to this position. The incumbent will be able to demonstrate their ability to utilize an acceptable proficiency in the use of RME appropriate to this position. The employee works under the direct supervision of the Assistant Chief with supervision from the chief of SPS. The employee will work as team member with other Supervisory Medical Supply technicians of various experience to carry out the daily work utilizing the written standard operating procedures and/or manufactures written instructions in accordance with instructions, policies, previous training, or accepted/standard practices. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Various Tours of Duty based on the needs of the service. Potentially 0730-1600 or 1530-2400. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15170128/medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15170128/medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing Cape Coral, Florida, This is a Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) position within the Sterile Processing Service of Bay Pines VAHCS at the Lee County Health Care Center, Cape Coral, FL. The incumbent will provide decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of reusable medical equipment (RME). Individuals assigned as GS-6 level are considered to be at the Full Performance Level. ***PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a Supply/Purchasing/Logistics Position.*** Receives contaminated critical and semi-critical RME in the decontamination area and may receive noncritical equipment in the decontamination area as well. Disassembles complex RME and determines the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents, as determined by manufacturer instructions. Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids, and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing, and scrubbing. Assembles instruments; including the most complex sets, and other surgical items, by selecting appropriate items, trays, instruments, etc. and assembles them in the correct manner to ensure appropriate sterilization. Inspects, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization such as but not limited to steam, hydrogen peroxide, ETO, and high-level disinfecting scope re-processors. Labels all sterilized items correctly according to AAMI and VHA Directive 1116(2) standards. Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment. Builds the full complement of Operating Room case carts to include RME, implants, and disposable. Identifies suitable replacement if requested item is not available. Utilizes advanced functions of instrument tracking system. Provides guidance and training to staff members with less experience Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD000000 and PD20390F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15159511/laboratory-information-manager-cytotechnologist-medical-technologist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15159511/laboratory-information-manager-cytotechnologist-medical-technologist Las Vegas, Nevada, Medical Technologist Laboratory Information Manager at this level has full supervisory responsibility for staff of nonsupervisory personnel, including GS-09 and GS-11 MTs, and GS-07 MLTs. Recommends appointment, plans and assigns work, gives advice and counsel and evaluates work of subordinates. Assures corrective action is initiated. He/She assures orientation, training and competency assessment of assigned staff members. Ensures all staff and affiliate staff is in compliance with accrediting. The candidate must have the following to be considered for the position: Knowledge of concepts, principles and methodology of clinical laboratory technology in relation to laboratory information systems. Knowledge and understanding of laboratory operations and their relationship to the organization sufficient to provide advisory, inspection, training and problem-solving services on specific projects, programs or functions. Ability to adapt, implement, and integrate the use of software to specific laboratory applications and processes, including the use of office automation software. Knowledge of laboratory computer system analysis, program techniques, computer language, and program design sufficient to implement various laboratory associated packages and sustain operation of the laboratory system. Ability to independently plan, organize, set priorities, work as a team member and effectively complete assignments. Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements including Quality and QA Monitors for laboratory functions. Knowledge and experience with all rules and regulations that pertain to operating and maintaining a clinical laboratory (ex: CAP, CLIA, AABB). Knowledge and experience of participating in laboratory inspections and all regulations and criteria that the inspections must meet to be successful. Desire and ability to work with the other Laboratory Supervisors collaboratively. Desire and ability to be an "agent of change" to achieve goals. Knowledge and experience of writing SOPs (policies and procedures). Knowledge of, and ability to, provide the Supervisor duties for send out Knowledge and ability to manage fiscal matters of the functions supervised, forecast resource and equipment needs, and administer the allocated budget Knowledge of the laboratory information systems and programming techniques sufficient to develop, adapt, and maintain computer systems for accomplishing diagnostic laboratory work and quality assurance. Ability to adapt, implement, and integrate the use of software to specific laboratory applications and processes. Extensive knowledge of compliance requirements for laboratory functions. Knowledge of computer system analysis, computer language and program design sufficient to implement various laboratory associated packages and sustain operations of laboratory systems. These assignments require specialized training and experience. Employees must have advanced knowledge of specialized and complex subject matter extending beyond the duties of test performance. They have wide latitude for exercising independent judgment. 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 25% of the time. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15159478/medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15159478/medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing Little Rock, Arkansas, This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until December 31, 2021 or until all positions are filled. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be July 26, 2021, with subsequent cut-off dates of every Monday until all positions are filled. Current permanent VA employees should apply under CBST-11175385-21-HYC. The duties of the Medical Supply Technician include but are not limited to: Applies the processes for Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) as required by this position; Maintains current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which documents the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RME appropriate to this position; Provides sterilization, preparation, supply items and reusable medical equipment decontamination and distribution support for the medical center; Disassembles the RME and determines the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to, ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents as determined by manufactures instructions; Inspects, prepares, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization to include, but not limited to, steam, Sterrad, Steris, EtO and high-level disinfecting reprocessor; Prepares operating room case carts daily utilizing surgery schedule; Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing and scrubbing; Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization, assembles basic sets and trays used throughout the medical center including those used in the operating room; Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of reusable medical equipment (RME); Completes segments of work pertaining to the assembly of basic sets and trays for use in the medical center; Operates equipment involved in sterilization processes. May be required to prepare operating room case carts; Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment. Work Schedule: 3:30pm to 12:00 am (midnight) and available to cover weekends and holidays as required. Compressed/Flexible: Not available Telework: No Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: No Permanent Change of Station (PCS): No Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15159479/medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15159479/medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing Little Rock, Arkansas, This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until December 31, 2021 or until all positions are filled. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be July 26, 2021, with subsequent cut-off dates of every Monday until all positions are filled. If you are not a current, permanent VA employee, you should apply CBST-11175386-21-HYC. The duties of the Medical Supply Technician include but are not limited to: Applies the processes for Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) as required by this position; Maintains current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which documents the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RME appropriate to this position; Provides sterilization, preparation, supply items and reusable medical equipment decontamination and distribution support for the medical center; Disassembles the RME and determines the correct cleaning method, such as but not limited to, ultrasonic cleaners, mechanical washers, cart washers and chemical cleaning/decontamination agents as determined by manufactures instructions; Inspects, prepares, assembles and determines the correct method and packaging for sterilization to include, but not limited to, steam, Sterrad, Steris, EtO and high-level disinfecting reprocessor; Prepares operating room case carts daily utilizing surgery schedule; Removes soil, blood, tissue fragments, body fluids and other contaminants by wiping, soaking, rinsing and scrubbing; Inspects packages for indications of proper sterilization, assembles basic sets and trays used throughout the medical center including those used in the operating room; Performs segments of work pertaining to the decontamination, sterilization and inspection of reusable medical equipment (RME); Completes segments of work pertaining to the assembly of basic sets and trays for use in the medical center; Operates equipment involved in sterilization processes. May be required to prepare operating room case carts; Performs and documents daily operational checks and records for all sterilization equipment. Work Schedule: 3:30pm to 12:00 am (midnight) and available to cover weekends and holidays as required. Compressed/Flexible: Not available Telework: No Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: No Permanent Change of Station (PCS): No Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15153939/clinical-pharmacist-specialist-pmop https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15153939/clinical-pharmacist-specialist-pmop Columbus, Ohio, The Facility Pain Management, Opioid Safety, and Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PMOP) Coordinator will support Facility Pain POC/Clinical Leads in the coordination of pain management, opioid safety, and prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP)-related initiatives The PMOP Coordinator will work closely with the VISN PMOP Coordinator, Facility Pain POC/Clinical Lead, Facility Primary Care (PACT) Pain Champion, Academic Detailing pharmacists and other facility stakeholders. The duties for the Facility PMOP Coordinator include (but are not limited to): Program Management a) Working in close collaboration with the VISN PMOP Coordinator, Facility Pain POC, Primary Care (PACT) Pain Champion, Academic Detailing pharmacists, the Pain Management Team (PMT)/Pain Clinic team members, and other facility stakeholders. b) Supporting a high functioning Pain Committee that includes stakeholders from across the facility, and supporting subcommittees, task forces/work groups as indicated. c) Developing processes/procedures to ensure implementation and compliance with national policy related to pain management, opioid safety and risk mitigation strategies, Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution (OEND), management of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), initiatives in compliance with national policy, clinical practice guidelines, and regulatory requirements. d) Supporting review of community provider opioid prescribing practices as required by the MISSION Act Section 131. e) Supporting OSI reviews, data-based risk reviews for opioid-exposed patients (including Stratfication Tool for Opioid Risk Mitigation (STORM) data-based reviews), and other interdisciplinary pain care forums. f) Facilitating implementation of the OUD stepped care model within the facility, in particular for Step 1 of the Stepped Care for Opioid Use Disorder Train-the-Trainer (SCOUTT) program expansion, e.g., within PMTs/Pain Clinics. g) Supporting access to tertiary advanced diagnostic and therapeutic interventional pain care modalities. h) Supporting access to integrative health modalities. i) Supporting and facilitating veteran outreach events, inclusive of women's health initiatives for pain management. j) Identifying opioid safety improvement and risk mitigation opportunities for facility leadership and developing strategic planning efforts in accordance with VA policy, inclusive of, but not limited to PDMP compliance, urine drug screening, and establishing population management processes for targeted risk mitigation. k) Collaborating to evaluate acute pain care prescribing and processes at the facility and leading improvement opportunities. l) Tracking facility level dashboards regarding pain management, opioid safety, and PDMP, including key parameters such as access, productivity, workload, and staffing. Measuring and reporting quality and compliance outcomes related to pain management, opioid safety, and PDMP. m) Partnering with Academic Detailing and other stakeholders to monitor and disseminate best clinical practices related to PMOP initiatives. n) Participates in VISN Pain Committee/Community of Practice meetings and other VISN directed activies as appropriate. o) Reporting to the VISN PMOP Coordinator quarterly, with a formal written report at least twice per year describing progress in implementing PMOP office initiatives and status of pain management and opioid safety initiatives and mandates throughout the facility p) Facilitating facility responses to formal, sensitive inquiries related to pain and opioid safety per patient reported concerns as presented by Patient Advocacy, Executive Leadership, VISN, Congressional, or others. q) Preparing responses to formal inquiries from the PMOP office. r) Performing other related duties as assigned by PMOP and facility leadership. Patient Care and Clinical a) As assigned, evaluates a wide variety of patients assigned to the patient aligned care teams (PACT) and home-based primary care (HBPC) teams and in specialty clinics, makes appropriate recommendations on drug therapy; assesses for efficacy and toxicity, and develops pharmaceutical care plans, including establishment of outcome goals. Under a scope of practice, implements the pharmaceutical care plan, including disease state management, medication management, and incorporation of population health into clinical practice. Pharmacist will practice at the top of their licensure and will not be utilized in a "refill clinic" capacity. b) Serves as a liaison between Pharmacy Service and assigned clinical areas. c) Provides timely and accurate drug information to assist providers and other medical staff with the development of therapeutic plans and medication issues. d) Participates in the focused and ongoing professional practive evaluation (FPPE & OPPE) process. Training and Education a) Provide educational programs to pharmacy and non-pharmcy staff and trainees. b) Completes all assigned training by the due date and participates in pharmacy staff meetings routinely. c) Participates in self-development activities to maintain and improve professional competency. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 08:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142116/pharmacy-technician-outpatient https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142116/pharmacy-technician-outpatient Wilmington, Delaware, The Pharmacy Technician acts as a representative of the Pharmacy Service in a variety of pharmacy related functions within the Healthcare System. This position functions both in the Inpatient and Outpatient Pharmacy settings, as well as other areas throughout the VAMC as deemed appropriate for patient care and service needs. Although the primary assignment of work schedule and tours may be in either the Inpatient or the Outpatient Pharmacy service area, the incumbent will be trained and expected to function and maintain competency in both areas as needed and assigned. As deemed necessary by the Pharmacy Supervisor(s) in order to meet the needs of the service; the incumbent may be assigned to work in any Pharmacy service area, may be assigned any duties, and may be periodically asked to volunteer or be assigned to work irregular shifts, weekends, holidays, or be called back in for emergencies. The incumbent is responsible for providing a full range of pharmaceutical service functions including: Answers pharmacy phone calls timely and triages them appropriately. Collects, trends and reports drug use evaluation (DUE) data for quality improvement purposes as required. Actively assists in quality improvement activities by participating in Medical Center and service-level process assessment and action teams and continually seeks to improve services. Identifies basic therapeutic problems such as duplicate therapy with drugs in the same class and alerts the Clinical Pharmacist (CP) to the possible need for clinical intervention. Assists with inventory management and procurement of medicines, monitors inventory and relays information to the Pharmacy procurement staff. This also includes placing stock in proper storage areas, rotating stock on shelves as required, and removing/replacing outdated items and notifying procurement for replacement. Provides training to new or existing Pharmacy staff to ensure competencies are developed and maintained. Compounds and/or reconstitutes oral or external medications (non-sterile). This includes calculating and converting to proper weights and measurements for the amount of drug or solution to be used/dispensed. Possess an advanced technical knowledge of drug and medication brand names, generic/chemical names, general and special storage requirements, expiration date requirements, manufacturer and distributor sources, dosage forms, applicable systems of weights and measures. Conducts monthly ward inspections of patient care areas. Assists with adverse drug event reporting in VA Adverse Drug Event Reporting System (VAADERs). Performs all the duties of lower graded technicians, as required. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm; may require occasional holiday and weekend work Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142338/clinical-pharmacy-specialist-pact https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142338/clinical-pharmacy-specialist-pact Pike County, Georgia, The Pharmacy Department at the Atlanta Veterans Affairs Medical Center is actively recruiting for a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (CPS) to work with their Primary Care Service Line Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) at the Pike Outpatient Clinic. The clinical pharmacy specialists in primary care are the clinical experts and clinical leaders within the Pharmacy Department. In addition to maintaining an ongoing and outstanding knowledge base with regard to current literature and contemporary practice. their primary functions include spending the majority of his/her time in the following responsibilities: clinical leadership, internal and external environmental scanning, individual and team mentoring, clinical performance oversight, regulatory and quality monitor compliance, patient and provider therapeutic consultations, patient medication therapy monitoring (up to 30% anticoagulation monitoring based on assignment), direct patient medication therapy and disease state management, direct patient and provider education, pharmacist mentoring, and suppo1ting the pharmacy self ­management program and philosophy. Other duties include but are not limited to: Clinical Team Leadership: The clinical pharmacist shall routinely maintain an outstanding and up-to-date clinical knowledge base with regard to medication therapy, contemporary journal articles, and contemporary pharmacy practice. Incumbent will routinely provide and support leadership and management oversight as it relates to the clinical programs and clinical activities of assigned personnel. Responsibilities shall include: Scanning the internal and external environments to determine opportunities to enhance pharmacy services to support patient education, patient adherence, clinical outcomes. and team member growth and development. Monitor drug utilization (formulary, non-formulary, restricted) and intervene to ensure formulary adherence and optimal evidence-based clinical outcomes. Meet with new patients entering our system to reconcile medications. review formulary availability and options for conversion, and educate regarding VA policies. Monitor the educational needs of providers, pharmacists and patients. and make recommendations to address any deficiencies. Actively participate in supporting any defined educational programs and activities. Routinely benchmark with national contemporary programs and make recommendations for clinical pharmacy service and program changes. Act as a liaison between service line leadership, pharmacy management, medical staff and healthcare personnel, and assigned pharmacy team members. Clinical and Pharmacoeconomic Activities: The clinical pharmacy specialist shall routinely provide and support pharmacoeconomic and clinical pharmacy staff activities, and is directly responsible for monitoring and managing medication therapy for assigned patients. Clinical pharmacy and pharmacoeconomic activities shall be performed in accordance with the individual's approved scope of practice and shall include: Routine review of medical orders for appropriateness of the drug, dosage, schedule. duration, and directions. Objectively support adherence to the formulary and demonstrate the assertiveness and poise that is needed to handle any untoward situations. Support the review and adjudication of non-formulary medication orders consistent with departmental guidelines/policy. Routine polypharmacy reviews to identify opportunities to reduce medication and therapeutic duplications and enhance patient medication administration compliance. Routine provision of medication and therapeutic consultations for assigned patients. Drug Information Services: The clinical pharmacy specialist shall be responsible for providing medication information and drug literature analysis as requested. The incumbent shall: Routinely provide medication information to providers, assigned patients, and members of the clinical pharmacy team. Evaluate and synthesize infom1ation from primary and secondary sources of clinical drug literature as needed to support clinical decisions and patient / provider education. Order Verification: As a secondary function to support patient care, the incumbent will develop and maintain a working knowledge of our Pharmacy VIST A/CPRS software packages. When assigned. this activity shall include: Reviewing all medication order input fields and finishing the order to ensure both accuracy and appropriateness. Resolving all patient medication-related questions and clinical concerns prior to finishing the patient medication orders. Research: The incumbent shall help coordinate and participate in the conceptualization, development and implementation of all pharmacy-based medication and service-related studies and research projects as requested. Performs other duties as assigned by management. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD504860 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142118/pharmacy-technician-outpatient https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142118/pharmacy-technician-outpatient Wilmington, Delaware, The Pharmacy Technician acts as a representative of the Pharmacy Service in a variety of pharmacy related functions within the Healthcare System. This position functions both in the Inpatient and Outpatient Pharmacy settings, as well as other areas throughout the VAMC as deemed appropriate for patient care and service needs. Although the primary assignment of work schedule and tours may be in either the Inpatient or the Outpatient Pharmacy service area, the incumbent will be trained and expected to function and maintain competency in both areas as needed and assigned. As deemed necessary by the Pharmacy Supervisor(s) in order to meet the needs of the service; the incumbent may be assigned to work in any Pharmacy service area, may be assigned any duties, and may be periodically asked to volunteer or be assigned to work irregular shifts, weekends, holidays, or be called back in for emergencies. The incumbent is responsible for providing a full range of pharmaceutical service functions including: Answers pharmacy phone calls timely and triages them appropriately. Collects, trends and reports drug use evaluation (DUE) data for quality improvement purposes as required. Actively assists in quality improvement activities by participating in Medical Center and service-level process assessment and action teams and continually seeks to improve services. Identifies basic therapeutic problems such as duplicate therapy with drugs in the same class and alerts the Clinical Pharmacist (CP) to the possible need for clinical intervention. Assists with inventory management and procurement of medicines, monitors inventory and relays information to the Pharmacy procurement staff. This also includes placing stock in proper storage areas, rotating stock on shelves as required, and removing/replacing outdated items and notifying procurement for replacement. Provides training to new or existing Pharmacy staff to ensure competencies are developed and maintained. Compounds and/or reconstitutes oral or external medications (non-sterile). This includes calculating and converting to proper weights and measurements for the amount of drug or solution to be used/dispensed. Possess an advanced technical knowledge of drug and medication brand names, generic/chemical names, general and special storage requirements, expiration date requirements, manufacturer and distributor sources, dosage forms, applicable systems of weights and measures. Conducts monthly ward inspections of patient care areas. Assists with adverse drug event reporting in VA Adverse Drug Event Reporting System (VAADERs). Performs all the duties of lower graded technicians, as required. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm; may require occasional holiday and weekend work Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142251/pharmacy-technician-inpatient https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142251/pharmacy-technician-inpatient Atlanta, Georgia, The Atlanta VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for the position of a Pharmacy Technician to support for their Pike and Cobb Clinics. The inpatient technician assists the inpatient pharmacists in filling various inpatient medication orders and distributing these orders to various wards, clinics, and/ or automated/manual medication dispensing equipment. A pharmacy technician performs 100% of his/her time in a clinical, distributive, capacity. The primary function of the pharmacy technician is to assist the pharmacists in filling and distributing inpatient medications to wards and clinic areas. Other duties include but are not limited to... Unit Dose: 1) Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the unit dose packaging automation, including use of the automation, general service issues, quality assurance and appropriate servicing requirements. 2) Manually prepackages any medications not packaged by the unit dose automation with accuracy. 3) Ensures that all unit dosed liquids, tablets or dispense units are complete with Manufacturer, Lot #, Expiration date, according to policies, and have been verified by a pharmacist prior to dispensing. 4) Ensures that all medications have a readable barcode affixed prior to dispensing. 5) Prepares and documents non-sterile compounds complying with USP795 standards. 6) Responsible for filling cart fills in their entirety using every avenue to acquire medication needed and updating prior to exchange. 7) Communicates with pharmacist when unable to provide medication required. 10) Accurately fills orders and missing doses and labels with correct patient information and location. Ward Stock: 1) Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the automated dispensing equipment (i.e., pyxis, omnicell, etc) located on the wards and clinics, including accurate use of the automation, troubleshooting common issues, and required policies and procedures for stocking the automation. 2) Labels vials and IV bags accurately, e.g. High Alert, Single Dose Vial, etc. 3) Able to maintain a thorough working knowledge of narcotic handling procedures, and demonstrates the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in this area. IV Medications: 1) Maintains knowledge of appropriate aseptic technique for preparation of intravenous medications. 2) Fills IV orders with accuracy. 3) Fills IV orders in a timely manner.4) Complies with USP 797 standards.5) Complies with pharmacy hand hygiene policy. 6) Maintains competencies with chemotherapy preparation ensuring all policies and procedures are followed including, aseptic technique, safe handling, and appropriate chemotherapy documentation with each admixture. 8) Responsible for manufacturing uncomplicated parenteral admixtures to be delivered in the form of large volume and small volume bags up to high risk level sterile product preparation. Ward Inspections: 1) Responsible for completing and documenting ward inspections on a monthly basis. 2) Monitors medications in automated dispensing equipment (i.e., pyxis, omnicell, etc.) to assure that expiring medications are removed prior to the expiration date. He/she will also perform other duties as assigned by management. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm or 9:00am - 5:30pm. Telework: Not applicable Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD506560 and PD506560 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142252/pharmacy-technician-inpatient https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142252/pharmacy-technician-inpatient Atlanta, Georgia, The Atlanta VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for the position of a Pharmacy Technician to support their Pike and Cobb Clinics. The inpatient technician assists the inpatient pharmacists in filling various inpatient medication orders and distributing these orders to various wards, clinics, and/ or automated/manual medication dispensing equipment. A pharmacy technician performs 100% of his/her time in a clinical, distributive, capacity. The primary function of the pharmacy technician is to assist the pharmacists in filling and distributing inpatient medications to wards and clinic areas. Other duties include but are not limited to... Unit Dose: 1) Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the unit dose packaging automation, including use of the automation, general service issues, quality assurance and appropriate servicing requirements. 2) Manually prepackages any medications not packaged by the unit dose automation with accuracy. 3) Ensures that all unit dosed liquids, tablets or dispense units are complete with Manufacturer, Lot #, Expiration date, according to policies, and have been verified by a pharmacist prior to dispensing. 4) Ensures that all medications have a readable barcode affixed prior to dispensing. 5) Prepares and documents non-sterile compounds complying with USP795 standards. 6) Responsible for filling cart fills in their entirety using every avenue to acquire medication needed and updating prior to exchange. 7) Communicates with pharmacist when unable to provide medication required. 10) Accurately fills orders and missing doses and labels with correct patient information and location. Ward Stock: 1) Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the automated dispensing equipment (i.e., pyxis, omnicell, etc) located on the wards and clinics, including accurate use of the automation, troubleshooting common issues, and required policies and procedures for stocking the automation. 2) Labels vials and IV bags accurately, e.g. High Alert, Single Dose Vial, etc. 3) Able to maintain a thorough working knowledge of narcotic handling procedures, and demonstrates the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in this area. IV Medications: 1) Maintains knowledge of appropriate aseptic technique for preparation of intravenous medications. 2) Fills IV orders with accuracy. 3) Fills IV orders in a timely manner.4) Complies with USP 797 standards.5) Complies with pharmacy hand hygiene policy. 6) Maintains competencies with chemotherapy preparation ensuring all policies and procedures are followed including, aseptic technique, safe handling, and appropriate chemotherapy documentation with each admixture. 8) Responsible for manufacturing uncomplicated parenteral admixtures to be delivered in the form of large volume and small volume bags up to high risk level sterile product preparation. Ward Inspections: 1) Responsible for completing and documenting ward inspections on a monthly basis. 2) Monitors medications in automated dispensing equipment (i.e., pyxis, omnicell, etc.) to assure that expiring medications are removed prior to the expiration date. He/she will also perform other duties as assigned by management. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm or 9:00am - 5:30pm. Telework: Not applicable Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD506560 and PD506560 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142354/food-service-worker https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142354/food-service-worker Marion, Indiana, This position will be filled at our Marion campus. The duties of a Food Service Worker include, but not limited to: They store sanitized dishes, glasses and silverware in proper holding area. Serve food cafeteria style by placing uniform portions of food on customers' plates, using proper utensils, menus. Follow establish procedures, accomplish repetitive assignments, and follow an establish sequence of work that require attention to work operation details. Set up and operate mechanical dish machine and may operate pan or cart ware washing machines. 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. Work Schedule: Multiple Work Schedule(s) To Be Determined Upon Service's Needs. Position Description Title/PD#: WG-02 FOOD SERVICE WORKER/99921-A Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142184/health-technician-audiology https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15142184/health-technician-audiology Boise, Idaho, This position is a Health Technician - Audiology located in the Audiology and Speech Pathology Service at the Boise VA Health Care System. The duties of the position include but are not limited to the following: Routine repairs of hearing aids delivered or mailed to the Audiology Clinic. Meets with veterans on a one-to-one basis to solve hearing aid problems. Provide primary level troubleshooting and repair for veterans who are experiencing problems. Effective communication with patients who are experiencing communication disorders. Evaluation of hearing aid function and fit through listening checks, electroacoustic evaluation, visual inspection, changing of batteries, cleaning of electrical contacts, removal of impacted cerumen from the aid, replacing earmold tubing, inspecting and replacing receivers, and counseling the veteran in optimal use and proper methods of care for the instruments. Independently resets the fitting parameters of programmable hearing aids that have been returned from the manufacturers for repairs. Uses the most advanced hearing aid fitting technology and software to prepare the repaired hearing aids for shipping to the patient. Independently makes minor programming adjustments, within clinic guidelines, to increase or decrease volume, run feedback manager, add or remove program options from the programming button, and consults the audiologists for any more detailed programming changes. Makes minor shell changes and external component repairs. Determines if shell or programming adjustments are needed to solve patient fit problems. Compares electroacoustic output curves to NOAH program, makes minor adjustments to bring within compliance or sends out for repair. Independently determines the patient's need for loaner hearing aids based on the patient's degree and nature of hearing loss, audiological profile and hearing aid fitting rationale data. Independently determines patient need for assistive devices, orders devices such as Pocket Talkers and TV devices from the Denver Acquisitions and Logistics Center and instructs patients in proper use and care. Troubleshoots assistive devices to determine if a replacement is needed. Work Schedule: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15136962/laundry-worker https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15136962/laundry-worker Sioux Falls, South Dakota, This position is located within the Laundry-Textile Care Section of the Environmental Management Service Line in the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System. The primary work of the position of Laundry Worker involves receiving, sorting, loading, pressing, steaming, processing, and issuing clean laundry. Major duties include, but are not limited to: Operate and maintain ironer/cross-folder, 50 lb. washers, 100 and 200 lb. dryers, single piece folder and steam finishing tunnel. Sort soiled and clean textiles according to linen type and manufacturer's care instructions. Fold all types of textiles. Load/unload carts. Select and use chemicals to clean a wide variety of surfaces per industry standards and manufacturer's recommendations. Maintain neat and clean work area. Monitor supplies, materials, and equipment notifying Lead or Supervisor of deficiencies, irregularities, or low stock. Assist with training of new Textile Care employees. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Worker/80266-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit position. FLSA Status: Non-exempt Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15136961/laundry-worker https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15136961/laundry-worker Sioux Falls, South Dakota, This position is located within the Laundry-Textile Care Section of the Environmental Management Service Line in the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System. The primary work of the position of Laundry Worker involves receiving, sorting, loading, pressing, steaming, processing, and issuing clean laundry. Major duties include, but are not limited to: Operate and maintain ironer/cross-folder, 50 lb. washers, 100 and 200 lb. dryers, single piece folder and steam finishing tunnel. Sort soiled and clean textiles according to linen type and manufacturer's care instructions. Fold all types of textiles. Load/unload carts. Select and use chemicals to clean a wide variety of surfaces per industry standards and manufacturer's recommendations. Maintain neat and clean work area. Monitor supplies, materials, and equipment notifying Lead or Supervisor of deficiencies, irregularities, or low stock. Assist with training of new Textile Care employees. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm. Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Worker/80266-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit position. FLSA Status: Non-exempt Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15131725/medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing-quality-assurance https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15131725/medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing-quality-assurance Columbia, South Carolina, Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Quality Assurance, GS-0622-07, for Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Sterile Processing Service, located with the Columbia VA Healthcare System in Columbia, SC. The Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing) Quality Assurance (QA) Technician serves as the monitoring specialist for all activities of Sterile Processing Service (SPS), which includes the operating room case cart management system. The incumbent will monitor all processes of cleaning/decontamination, sterilization, reprocessing, and distribution of critical, semi-critical, and non-critical Reusable Medical Equipment (RME). Duties for the position include but are not limited to: Follow the use of bacteriological controls, principles and methods of sterilization, packaging, and assembly of simple to more complex items for therapeutic and surgical procedures. Perform daily quality checks of all required documentation and report any discrepancies. Develop and maintain methods to evaluate the quality of work performance and outcomes as it relates to the quality assurance program. Maintain a system of internal and external reviews ensuring overall compliance of all critical, semi-critical and non­ critical RME used within the medical center. Track and analyze required documentation pertaining to critical, semi-critical and non-critical RME within the scope of SPS for quality control purposes. Utilize qualitative analysis tools to prepare reports for trending, evaluate operations and facilitate improvements in workflow and quality processes. Troubleshoot computer programs related to SPS operations and train staff on the inputting of data associated with the cleaning and sterilization of equipment, biological processing, and quality assurance programs. Collaborate with SPS management when deviations occur. Validate SPS policies on cleaning and sterilization as it relates to manufacturer information for use, standards and mandates. Updates the quality assurance program annually or when manufacturer information and guidelines are changed. Attend RME rounds, report, and develop an action plan for findings, doing follow-up until actions completed. Gather RME data and build report for VISN. Monitor for proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling biological indicators and in work areas. Track and respond to RME product alerts and report to SPS Leadership. Stores, issues, and maintains locator records on all SPS cycled equipment. Advises medical personnel on proper use of equipment. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Rotating Shifts to include nights and weekends; 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Tour of duty subject to change to meet the needs of the Agency Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15131713/supervisory-medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15131713/supervisory-medical-supply-technician-sterile-processing Lexington, Kentucky, The Supervisory MST functions as a first-level supervisor responsible for the oversight of a group of MSTs, with administrative responsibility for planning and directing the work. This includes developing duty assignments based on staffing levels, workload and priorities within the department. Reviewing subordinates work to adjust assignments and to evaluate learning needs. Oversees attendance and leave, including approval of sick and annual leave and vacation schedules. The incumbent informs higher level management of anticipated vacancies or increases in workload. Recommends promotions, reassignments, recognition of superior performance, retention or release of probationary employees or other changes of assigned personnel. Holds corrective interviews with employees, referring disciplinary problems to higher levels of management. Resolves informal complaints of employees and deals with union representatives on personnel matters. Will address, investigate and resolve employee problems and complaints, provide instruction, guidance and direction to the SPS staff under their direct supervision. Provides technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the organizational unit. Will coordinate all operations, priorities and procedures on a daily basis within Service Processing Service. Will resolve informal customer complaints and follow up as necessary. The incumbent will have knowledge of the processes for Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) as required by this position. The incumbent will be required to maintain current knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) which document the processes and procedures for cleaning, disinfection, sterilization and preparation of RME appropriate to this position. The incumbent will be able to demonstrate their ability to utilize an acceptable proficiency in the use of RME appropriate to this position. The employee works under the direct supervision of the Assistant Chief with supervision from the chief of SPS. The employee will work as team member with other Supervisory Medical Supply technicians of various experience to carry out the daily work utilizing the written standard operating procedures and/or manufactures written instructions in accordance with instructions, policies, previous training, or accepted/standard practices. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Various Tours of Duty based on the needs of the service. Potentially 0730-1600 or 1530-2400. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15131972/facility-program-manager-44-pharmacist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/15131972/facility-program-manager-44-pharmacist Bath, New York, The Facility Pain Management, Opioid Safety, and Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PMOP)Coordinator will support Facility Pain POC/Clinical Leads in the coordination of pain management, opioid safety, and prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP)-related initiatives and implementation of VHA and the Joint Commission standards. The PMOP Coordinators will work in close collaboration with the VISN PMOP Coordinator, Facility Pain POC/Clinical Lead, Facility Primary Care (PACT) Pain Champion, Academic Detailing pharmacists and other facility stakeholders to ensure implementation of PMOP initiatives in compliance with national policy, clinical practice guidelines, and regulatory requirements. The PMOP Coordinators will also support review of community provider opioid prescribing practices as required by the MISSION Act Section 131. The Facility PMOP Coordinator will provide professional consultation to VA medical facility management concerning planning and coordination of the programmatic responsibilities related to policy and services in pain management, opioid safety, and prescription drug monitoring programs(PDMPs). The duties for the Facility PMOP Coordinator include (but are not limited to): (A) Working in close collaboration with the VISN PMOP Coordinator, Facility Pain POC, Primary Care (PACT)Pain Champion, Academic Detailing pharmacists, the Pain Management Team (PMT)/ Pain Clinic team members, and other facility stakeholders. (B) Supporting a high functioning Pain Committee that includes stakeholders from across the facility, and supporting subcommittees, task forces/work groups as indicated. (C) Developing processes/procedures to ensure implementation and compliance with national policy related to pain management, opioid safety and risk mitigation strategies, Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution(OEND), management of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), initiatives in compliance with national policy, clinical practice guidelines, and regulatory requirements. (D) Supporting review of community provider opioid prescribing practices as required by the MISSION Act Section 131. (E) Supporting OSI reviews, data-based risk reviews for opioid-exposed patients (including Stratification Tool for Opioid Risk Mitigation (STORM) data-based reviews), and other interdisciplinary pain care forums. (F) Supporting and tracking full implementation of the Stepped Care Model for Pain Management (SCM-PM), including a high functioning PMT/Pain Clinic at the facility, and access to tertiary pain center within the VISN including a CARF-accredited interdisciplinary pain rehabilitation program. (G) Facilitating implementation of the OUD stepped care model within the facility, in particular for Step 1 of the Stepped Care for Opioid Use Disorder Train-the-Trainer (SCOUTT) program expansion, e.g., within PMTs/Pain Clinics. (H) Supporting access to tertiary advanced diagnostic and therapeutic interventional pain care modalities. (I) Supporting access to integrative health modalities. (J) Supporting and facilitating veteran outreach events, inclusive of women's health initiatives for pain management. (K) Identifying opioid safety improvement and risk mitigation opportunities for facility leadership and developing strategic planning efforts in accordance with VA policy, inclusive of, but not limited to PDMP compliance, urine drug screening, and establishing population management processes for targeted risk mitigation. (L) Collaborating to evaluate acute pain care prescribing and processes at the facility and leading improvement opportunities. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Mon, 26 Jul 2021 03:59:27 -0400