https://careers.chpa.org Latest CHPA Career Center Jobs Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:16:56 Z https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22227334/research-health-science-specialist-without-compensation-woc https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22227334/research-health-science-specialist-without-compensation-woc Nashville, Tennessee, Summary This position serves as Without Compensation Research Health Science specialist within the Office of Research and Development (ORD). The VA Research Program strives to promote Veteran-centered care to improve patient experiences and outcomes across VA healthcare and community settings - and to advance value-driven care by providing Veterans the highest quality care at the lowest financial burden. Please note - there is no pay associated with this position. Qualifications To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 05/06/2026. You may qualify based on your education and experience: Education: You must possess a Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree in a major study in an academic field related to the medical field - health sciences - or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. Experience: You must possess general experience providing operational support and coordination for research projects which includes managing timelines and deliverables for successful completion of projects; writing research policies - guidelines and procedures; and facilitating the compliance with all regulatory and administrative research project requirements. 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. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The work primarily is sedentary. Some work may require periods of walking - standing - and bending in offices - laboratories - hospitals - treatment facilities - and other work areas. Employees frequently carry light items such as books - instruments - and other similar materials. The work does not require any special physical effort. For more information on these qualification standards - please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Duties Please note this is a without compensation appointment and no pay is associated with this position Provides operational support and coordination for the implementation of VA research and quality improvement projects Handles research project questions and problems independently in coordination with the PI Manages timelines and deliverables for successful completion of the projects Writes research policies - guidelines and procedures - and other documents Facilitating the compliance with all regulatory and administrative project requirements May be responsible for medical abstraction activities - including identifying and screening eligible candidates and validating appropriate data elements of the project Work Schedule: Intermittent Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22227401/supervisory-audiologist-chief https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22227401/supervisory-audiologist-chief Chicago, Illinois, Summary This position is located in the Audiology and Speech Pathology Service at the Jesse Brown VAMC. The duties and responsibilities are carried out throughout the medical center including all clinical and patient care areas involved with the service. Incumbent is the Service Chief for the Audiology and Speech Pathology Service. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: English Language Proficiency: Audiologist must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified candidates in accordance with chapter 3 - section A - paragraph 3g - this part.) Education: Doctor of Audiology (AUD) from an audiology program recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Audiology Education (ACAE) OR - Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) OR Other doctoral degree in hearing science or a directly related field from an institution accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education Foreign Education To be creditable - education completed outside the U.S. must have been submitted to a private organization specializing in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials Such education must have been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. programs Licensure: Individuals must hold a full - current - and unrestricted license to practice audiology at the doctoral level in a United States state - territory - commonwealth - or the District of Columbia Loss of Credential Management officials - in collaboration with HR Office staff must immediately relieve employees who fail to maintain the required 4 licensure of the duties and responsibilities associated with this occupation which may also result in separation from employment Grandfathering Provision Employees in VHA in this occupation - under a permanent - appropriate - and legal placement on the effective date of the qualification standard - are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade and/or assignment held - including positive education and licensure - where applicable For employees who do not meet all the basic or assignment specific requirements in this standard - but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed - the following provisions apply: Employees may be reassigned - promoted up to and including the full performance (journey) level - or be changed to a lower grade within the occupation - but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or be newly placed in supervisory or managerial positions 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 retained in this occupation under this provision who subsequently leave the occupation lose protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation Employees initially grandfathered into this occupation - who subsequently obtain additional licensure that meets all the basic or assignment specific qualification requirements of this standard must maintain the required credential as a condition of employment in the occupation NOTE: This grandfathering provision is not intended to regularize appointments/ placements Grade Determinations: In addition to basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining grade for GS-14 - Supervisory Audiologist Experience: At least three years of experience as a professional audiologist - with at least one year comparable to the next lower grade level Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to the KSAs required at the full performance level - the candidate must demonstrate the following professional KSAs identified below Skill in promoting collaboration to accomplish goals Skill in translating management goals and objectives into efficient service operations Skill in balancing operational resources to ensure appropriate delivery of service operations Ability to supervise staff Ability to effectively interact and collaborate with local - VISN and/or national leadership Ability to establish and monitor productivity standards - production and performance priorities to achieve management goals and objectives Assignments Supervisory audiologists spend 25% or more of their time providing technical and administrative supervision Supervisory GS-14 audiologist in this assignment serve as service chief Audiologist service chief at this level typically manage programs in Complexity Level 1 (high complexity) facilities The service or organizational entity is a major component of the medical center and the services or programs supervised are highly professional - technical - and complex They are responsible for all professional - management - and administrative aspects of the service or organizational entity They have broad and overall responsibility for a service-level organizational unit and have full responsibility for clinical practice - program management - education - human resources management and supervision for the service They autonomously manage substantive parts of specialized - complex - professional services that significantly impact Veterans' care They provide leadership with objective - independent assessments and recommendations for policy - operational and administrative issues and initiatives requiring decision and action They monitor work performance to ensure that requirements are satisfied interpret and process a wide variety of data related to program planning and specialized needs of the Veterans - the service and the medical center and ensure policies or issues have been fully coordinated - vetted and staffed Audiologist service chief advise executive leadership on implications - key issues - and relationships to interest groups (both internal and external) and recommend courses of action They coordinate and negotiate resolutions to complex problems They assure compliance with accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements and corrective action is initiated as needed They are responsible for professional and administrative management of an assigned area - including budget execution They maintain interdepartmental relationships with other services to accomplish medical center goals They may prepare special reports and responses - Congressional responses - briefing papers - issue briefs - and decision papers for the medical center leadership - which may be highly sensitive - confidential and of a complex nature They develop policies and procedures and may develop performance standards - position descriptions - and functional statements They monitor the clinical performance of staff - conduct performance appraisals - perform other clinical - and administrative responsibilities to ensure that the mission of the service and the medical center has been satisfied They may set training objectives for staff and delegate responsibilities to subordinate sections Preferred Experience: Experience as supervisory speech pathologist or audiologist Licensed Audiologist or Speech Pathologists Employee management experience Prior VA experience preferred Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-14 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. Duties Incumbent has overall responsibility for management and direction of large - geographically- separated - integrated health care facility Incumbent plans - coordinates - and evaluates complex interdisciplinary services across the full continuum of care including not only audiology and speech-language pathology but also other focused rehabilitation - ancillary - or other health care services The incumbent is responsible for oversight of clinical competence and performance of peers Incumbent has the responsibility for general supervision of clinical and/or training programs - and overall technical and administrative oversight for operations within the service EDUCATION Provides orientation/training of medical staff Assists in orientation and training of new staff Assists in the training and supervision of students - trainees - and fellows - providing feedback on progress toward established educational goals Keeps current with theory and practice through continuing education programs - journals - textbooks - and other literature - and in-service programs Provides patient and family education including informed consent ADMINISTRATIVE In carrying out the administrative duties and responsibilities of the position - incumbent: Develops - organizes - directs - manages - supervises - controls - and implements policies and procedures for complex service-level departments Demonstrates skill in managing and directing work to include setting priorities and delegating tasks - meeting multiple deadlines - analyzing complex organizational problems in order to develop and implement effective solutions Balances responsibilities applicable to a large service-level or multi-service organizational environment and to work with great autonomy Has skill in interpersonal relationships in dealing with employees - team leaders - and managers and shows potential ability to supervise - motivate - and manage effectively a diverse clinical staff applicable to a service-level department in a large - complex - or multi-division facility Has advanced knowledge of and ability to utilize evidence-based practices and clinical practice guidelines in multiple professional areas - and to guide the service staff in applying these tools Has skill in problem solving and conflict resolution - Shows potential ability to and knowledge of - and ability to budgets for a large - integrated services including not only speech-language pathology but also other focused rehabilitation - ancillary - or other health care services Has overall responsibility for planning - assessing - and evaluating programs to ensure proper coordination between care delivered by the service and the overall delivery of health care within the facility Delegates responsibilities to subordinate section or assistant chiefs (if applicable) - planning - and scheduling work assigning work to employees accepting - amending or rejecting completed work assuring that production and accuracy requirements are met appraising performance and recommending performance standards and ratings assigning delineated clinical privileges approving leave and effecting all levels of disciplinary measures Exercises supervision - administrative management and direction of both professional areas in a unified audiology and speech-language pathology service or equivalent service-level department - or administrative management and program direction of other rehabilitation-related areas Establishes and monitors productivity standards and production and performance priorities and accommodates to new and changing work conditions and contingencies - including staffing changes Translates management goals and objectives into well-coordinated and controlled service operations Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 04133F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22223916/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22223916/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist Salt Lake City, Utah, Summary This position is within the Audiology Service at the George E. Wahlen Medical Center in Slat Lake City - UT. The Health Technician supports clinical programs in Audiology. Primary responsibility is for patient care - supporting diagnostic and treatment procedures - patient charting & patient education - which does not require a full professional audiology education or knowledge and skills represented by audiology licensure. Support functions include both direct patient care & administrative duties. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency: Health Technician (HIS) candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Experience and Education: Completion of the Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for Hearing Aid Specialists OR Successful completion of two academic years above high school that includes coursework related to the field: hearing science - human anatomy and physiology - hearing instrument science - gerontology - psychology or other general healthcare areas Foreign Education: To be creditable - education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program by a private organization specializing in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials Licensure or Registration: Individuals must hold a full - current and unrestricted license or registration to practice as a HIS in a state - territory - commonwealth or the District of Columbia Board Certification: Individuals must hold active board certification from the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences (NBC-HIS) Exception for Non-Board Certified Health Technician (HIS): Non-board certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for appointment - may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate Health Technician (HIS) under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B) Non-board certified individuals shall only provide care under the supervision of a licensed audiologist Non-board certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level of GS-5 and may not be promoted/converted until board certification is obtained Temporary appointments of non-board certified Health Technician (HIS) may not be extended beyond two years or be converted to a new temporary appointment May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: GS-5 Health Technician (HIS) Experience: None beyond the basic requirements GS-5 Health Technician (HIS) Knowledge - Skills and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of basic anatomy of the head and neck Knowledge of basic infection control procedures and guidelines Skill in using basic computer software to complete tasks such as using email - creating spreadsheets and word processing Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to maintain stock and supply level inventories GS-6 Health Technician (HIS) Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level of GS-5. GS-6 Health Technician (HIS) Knowledge - Skills and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of normal and abnormal ear anatomy Knowledge of hearing aids - hearing assistive technology - hearing aid manufacturers and manufacturer software Skill in documenting patient procedures and patient devices Skill in providing patient education for hearing aid use - to include assisting patient with hearing aid insertion - removal and hygiene (cleaning and disinfection) Ability to provide patient education and training regarding hearing loss and communication strategies for various listening situations Ability to solve problems or make decisions regarding hearing aids - hearing assistive technology and patient care that is consistent with the documented and co-signed plan of care under the supervision of an audiologist Ability to prepare patient - equipment - and/or environment for audiology procedures Ability to provide triage of patient telephone calls or audiology requests Preferred Experience: Experience as a Hearing Instrument Specialist - Individuals must hold active board certification from the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences (NBC-HIS) Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-5 to GS-6. Physical Requirements: This position requires frequent bending and lifting - incumbent must be able to lift 50 pounds to the chest height and maintain good body mechanics - work in all different types of weather conditions - ability to push/pull a minimum of 200 pounds (wheelchair bound patients) - visual and dexterity capabilities to utilize otoscope. Duties *** This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until May 29 - 2026 The initial cutoff date for referral of eligible applications will be March 6 - 2026 Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as needed basis until positions are filled *** Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Hearing aid troubleshooting and repair Performing visual and auditory checks of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology including all hearing aid accessories as well as alerting devices (troubleshoots performance) Fabricating earmold impressions with proper (non diagnostic) otoscopy Ordering earmolds based on plan of care through prosthetics or DLC and fitting and modifying earmolds Providing basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers Assisting in set up and delivery of face to face and telehealth visits by preparing the equipment for patient evaluation and other audiology procedures including - but not limited to daily biologic listening calibration of audiometric equipment and calibration of real ear equipment Assisting patients with hearing aid connectivity - including - but not limited to downloading applications (or apps) - pairing devices in the app - Bluetooth pairing - and pairing hearing aid accessories Ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interactions in the medical records and that all encounters are correctly documented using electronic medical record and computerized tracking and ordering functions via ROES Completing documentation per medical center policy for timeliness for each episode of care and codes procedures as appropriate in the patient record in preparation for co signature by the audiologist Maintaining comprehensive supply and equipment tracking systems to include monitoring stock of RME and consumable items Ensuring proper inventory levels to complete the daily tasks Prioritizing the acquisition of all supplies and equipment regarding date of expiration and may maintain a loaner hearing aid inventory Assisting patients through triaging phone calls and audiology requests with regards to priority and urgency Work Schedule: 8AM to 4:30PM Monday-Friday Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 55743-0 55744-0 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22217856/heath-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22217856/heath-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist Johnson City, Tennessee, Summary This position is located in the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Service (ASPS) at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center (VAMC) in Mountain Home - TN. The duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in all clinical and other patient care areas involved with the ASPS service. The Health Technician (Hearing Instrument Specialist) [HIS] supports the function of the clinical programs in ASPS. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Experience and Education Experience Completion of the Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for Hearing Aid Specialists OR Education Successful completion of two academic years above high school that includes coursework related to the field: hearing science - human anatomy and physiology - hearing instrument science - gerontology - psychology or other general healthcare areas NOTE: There is no combination of education and experience which can be substituted for the basic requirements Licensure or Registration Individuals must hold a full - current and unrestricted license or registration to practice as a HIS in a state - territory - commonwealth or the District of Columbia Loss of Licensure or Registration A Health Technician (HIS) who fails to maintain the required licensure or registration must be removed from the occupation - which may also result in termination of employment Board Certification Individuals must hold active board certification from the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences (NBC-HIS) Exception for Non-Board Certified Health Technician (HIS) Non-board certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for appointment - may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate Health Technician (HIS) under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B) Non-board certified individuals shall only provide care under the supervision of a licensed audiologist Non-board certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level (GS-5) and may not be promoted/converted until board certification is obtained Temporary appointments of non-board certified Health Technician(HIS) may not be extended beyond two years or converted to a new temporary appointment Failure to Obtain Certification In all cases - Health Technician (HIS) must actively pursue meeting requirements for board certification starting from the date of their appointment At the time of appointment - the supervisor will provide the Health Technician (HIS) with the written requirements for board certification - including the time (i.e. - two years) by which the board certification must be obtained and the consequences for not becoming board certified by the deadline Failure to obtain board certification during the two-year period may result in termination of employment Loss of Certification A Health Technician (HIS) who fails to maintain the required board certification must be removed from the occupation - which may also result in termination of employment English Language Proficiency Health Technician (HIS) candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Grade Determinations: Health Technician (HIS) - GS-05 Experience None beyond the basic requirements Knowledge - Skills and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of basic anatomy of the head and neck Knowledge of basic infection control procedures and guidelines Skill in using basic computer software to complete tasks such as using email - creating spreadsheets and word processing Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to maintain stock and supply level inventories Health Technician (HIS) - GS-06 Experience One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade Knowledge - Skills and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of normal and abnormal ear anatomy Knowledge of hearing aids - hearing assistive technology - hearing aid manufacturers and manufacturer software Skill in documenting patient procedures and patient devices Skill in providing patient education for hearing aid use - to include assisting patient with hearing aid insertion - removal and hygiene (cleaning and disinfection) Ability to provide patient education and training regarding hearing loss and communication strategies for various listening situations Ability to solve problems or make decisions regarding hearing aids - hearing assistive technology and patient care that is consistent with the documented and co-signed plan of care under the supervision of an audiologist Ability to prepare patient - equipment - and/or environment for audiology procedures Ability to provide triage of patient telephone calls or audiology requests Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-5 to GS-6. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Service for requirements. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Primary responsibility is for patient care - supporting diagnostic and treatment procedures - patient charting and patient education - which do not require a full professional audiology education or knowledge and skills represented by audiology licensure Support functions include both direct patient care and administrative duties Direct patient care duties may include - but not limited to the following: Hearing aid troubleshooting and repair Performing visual and auditory checks of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology-including all hearing aid accessories as well as alerting devices (troubleshoots performance) Fabricating earmold impressions with proper (non-diagnostic) otoscopy Ordering earmolds based on plan of care through prosthetics or DLC and fitting and modifying earmolds - if necessary Providing basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers consistent with the audiologist's treatment plan - including but not limited to - realistic expectations - communication strategies - and/or aural rehabilitation Assisting in set up and delivery of face-to-face and telehealth visits by preparing the equipment for patient evaluation and other audiology procedures including - but not limited to daily biologic listening calibration of audiometric equipment and calibration of real-ear equipment Assisting patients with hearing aid connectivity including - but not limited to downloading applications (or apps) - pairing devices in the app - Bluetooth pairing - and pairing hearing aid accessories The incumbent is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interactions in the medical records and that all encounters are correctly documented using electronic medical record and computerized tracking and ordering functions via ROES The HIS completes documentation per medical center policy for timeliness for each episode of care and codes procedures as appropriate in the patient record in preparation for co-signature by the audiologist Administrative duties may include - but not limited to the following: Maintaining comprehensive supply and equipment tracking systems to include monitoring stock of RME and consumable items Ensuring proper inventory levels to complete the daily tasks Prioritizing the acquisition of all supplies and equipment regarding date of expiration and may maintain a loaner hearing aid inventory The HIS assists patients through triaging phone calls and audiology requests with regards to priority and urgency - following the audiologist's plan of care Work Schedule: Monday through Friday - 7:30am - 4:00pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized for highly qualified applicants Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 60800-F (GS-5) / 60801-F (GS-6) Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22214492/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22214492/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist Gaylord, Michigan, Summary NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information - refer to Required Documents below. The Health Technician - Hearing Instrument Specialist (HIS) - position is located in the Audiology Service at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) located in Gaylord or Indian River affiliated with Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw - Michigan. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Experience and Education: Experience Completion of the Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for Hearing Aid Specialists OR Education Successful completion of two academic years above high school that includes coursework related to the field: hearing science - human anatomy and physiology - hearing instrument science - gerontology - psychology or other general healthcare areas Licensure or Registration: Individuals must hold a full - current and unrestricted license or registration to practice as a Health Technician - Hearing Instrument Specialist (HIS) - in a state - territory - commonwealth or the District of Columbia Loss of Licensure or Registration A Health Technician (HIS) who fails to maintain the required licensure or registration must be removed from the occupation - which may also result in termination of employment Board Certification: Individuals must hold active board certification from the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences (NBC-HIS) Exception for Non-Board Certified Health Technician (HIS) Non-board certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for appointment - may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate Health Technician (HIS) under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405(c)(2)(B) Non-board certified individuals shall only provide care under the supervision of a licensed audiologist Non-board certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level and may not be promoted/converted until board certification is obtained Temporary appointments of non-board certified Health Technician (HIS) may not be extended beyond two years or converted to a new temporary appointment Failure to Obtain Certification In all cases - Health Technician (HIS) must actively pursue meeting requirements for board certification starting from the date of their appointment At the time of appointment - the supervisor will provide the Health Technician (HIS) with the written requirements for board certification - including the time (i.e. - two years) by which the board certification must be obtained and the consequences for not becoming board certified by the deadline Failure to obtain board certification during the two-year period may result in termination of employment Loss of Certification A Health Technician (HIS) who fails to maintain the required board certification must be removed from the occupation - which may also result in termination of employment Foreign Education: To be creditable - education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program by a private organization specializing in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials English Language Proficiency: Health Technician (HIS) candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements outlined above - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates Health Technician (HIS) - GS-05 Experience None beyond the basic requirements Knowledge - Skills and Abilities (KSAs) In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of basic anatomy of the head and neck Knowledge of basic infection control procedures and guidelines Skill in using basic computer software to complete tasks such as using email - creating spreadsheets and word processing Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to maintain stock and supply level inventories Health Technician (HIS) - GS-06 Experience One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade Knowledge - Skills and Abilities (KSAs) In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of normal and abnormal ear anatomy Knowledge of hearing aids - hearing assistive technology - hearing aid manufacturers and manufacturer software Skill in documenting patient procedures and patient devices Skill in providing patient education for hearing aid use - to include assisting patient with hearing aid insertion - removal and hygiene (cleaning and disinfection) Ability to provide patient education and training regarding hearing loss and communication strategies for various listening situations Ability to solve problems or make decisions regarding hearing aids - hearing assistive technology and patient care that is consistent with the documented and co-signed plan of care under the supervision of an audiologist Ability to prepare patient - equipment - and/or environment for audiology procedures Ability to provide triage of patient telephone calls or audiology requests Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-05 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-05 to GS-06 Physical Requirements: This position frequently requires light to moderate lifting Normally such lifting will involve - but not be limited to - boxes/packages of hearing aids - and hearing equipment for patients The majority of this position will involve sedentary work involving computers and communications. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties include but not limited to: Direct patient care duties may include - but not limited to the following: Hearing aid troubleshooting and repair Performing visual and auditory checks of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology-including all hearing aid accessories as well as alerting devices (troubleshoots performance) Fabricating earmold impressions with proper (non-diagnostic) otoscopy Ordering earmolds based on plan of care through prosthetics and fitting and modifying earmolds - if necessary Providing basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers consistent with the audiologist's treatment plan - including but not limited to - realistic expectations - communication strategies - and/or aural rehabilitation Assisting in set up and delivery of face-to-face and telehealth visits by preparing the equipment for patient evaluation and other audiology procedures including - but not limited to daily biologic listening calibration of audiometric equipment and calibration of real-ear equipment Assisting patients with hearing aid connectivity including - but not limited to downloading applications (or apps) - pairing devices in the app - Bluetooth pairing - and pairing hearing aid accessories Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interactions in the medical records and that all encounters are correctly documented using electronic medical record and computerized tracking and ordering functions Completes documentation per medical center policy for timeliness for each episode of care and codes procedures as appropriate in the patient record in preparation for co-signature by the audiologist Administrative duties may include - but not limited to the following: Maintaining comprehensive supply and equipment tracking systems to include monitoring stock of reusable medical equipment (RME) and consumable items Ensuring proper inventory levels to complete the daily tasks Prioritizing the acquisition of all supplies and equipment regarding date of expiration and may maintain a loaner hearing aid inventory Assists patients through triaging phone calls and audiology requests with regards to priority and urgency - following the audiologist's plan of care Work Schedule: Monday-Friday - 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 92015A and 92016A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22211299/supervisory-pharmacy-technician https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22211299/supervisory-pharmacy-technician Montgomery, Alabama, Summary This position is located within the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) Pharmacy. The certified GS-9 Pharmacy Technician Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of all Pharmacy non-pharmacist technical staff and volunteers. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education or Experience None required Certification Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) - Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) OR National Healthcareer Association (NHA) - Certified Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT) Grade Determinations: Experience One year of progressively complex experience equivalent to the lower grade level Certification For positions above the full performance level - the employee must pass a national certification exam and hold an active national certification through either: PTCB as a CPhT OR NHA as a ExCPT Knowledge - Skills and Abilities (KSAs) In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Expert knowledge serving as a key resource advising others in their particular specialty area or section of the pharmacy (such as procurement - sterile compounding (USP compounding standards) - controlled substances DEA - automation - clinical pharmacy - lead tech - contact center - etc.) Skill in analyzing data for self-driven (independent) performance improvement projects - workload analysis and statistical reports Skill in solving problems and implementing corrective actions to maximize outcomes in their program area Ability to maintain special accreditations and prepare for national reviews/inspections (e.g. - The Joint Commission - Inspector General - American Society of Health System Pharmacists® - controlled substance inspections) Ability to develop training programs and material for orientation - competency development and educational needs for regulatory requirements within the specialized pharmacy program area Skill in interpersonal relationships in dealing with employees - team leaders and managers Ability to utilize staffing methodology principles to determine adequate staffing to coordinate and manage workflow and work activities within pharmacy Preferred Experience: Inpatient - outpatient - and supervisory experience preferred Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-09 Physical Requirements: The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion - involving standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time - typing - walking distances within the medical center - lifting/ carrying (up to 40 pounds) of pharmaceutical supplies - and bending/stooping/stretching. Duties VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://youtube.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEws Duties include but not limited to: Assess workload volume throughout the day - identify backlogs - and makes staffing adjustments as needed to meet organizational goals Identify areas of duplication of efforts and develop solutions to streamline processes - reduce waste - cost savings - and improve patient care Responsible for organizing and assisting the pharmacy technician team to ensure assigned tasks are timely and accurately completed for their program area Assists in training and orientating new and existing pharmacy technicians and students on policy and procedures Develops training schedules and assists in maintaining documentation for all pharmacy technicians and students Effectively evaluates pharmacy activities to assist management to obtain short- and long-range objectives and goals Serves as on-line back up to other pharmacy technicians within the designated area of pharmacy Assists in preparation of national - local - and special accreditations of pharmacy service (Joint Commission - Inspector General - Controlled Substance Inspections - Drug Enforcement Agency) which includes documentation record updates - development of specific training and preparation of staff and compliance of policy and procedures Performs other duties as assigned Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Tours varies Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 61264F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22208272/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22208272/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist Fort Meade, South Dakota, Summary Incumbent is a Staff Health Technician (HIS) under the supervision of a Supervisory Audiologist or above. The duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in all clinical and other patient care areas involved with the Audiology service. The health technician supports the function of the clinical programs in Audiology. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency: Health Technician (HIS) candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Experience and Education: Experience: Completion of the Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for Hearing Aid Specialists OR Education: Successful completion of two academic years above high school that includes coursework related to the field: hearing science - human anatomy and physiology - hearing instrument science - gerontology - psychology or other general healthcare areas NOTE: There is no combination of education and experience which can be substituted for the basic requirements Licensure or Registration: Individuals must hold a full - current and unrestricted license or registration to practice as a HIS in a state - territory - commonwealth or the District of Columbia Board Certification: Individuals must hold active board certification from the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences (NBC-HIS) Exception for Non-Board Certified Health Technician (HIS) Non-board certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for appointment - may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate Health Technician (HIS) under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B) Non-board certified individuals shall only provide care under the supervision of a licensed audiologist Non-board certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level and may not be promoted/converted until board certification is obtained Temporary appointments of non-board certified Health Technician (HIS) may not be extended beyond two years or converted to a new temporary appointment Grade Determinations: Health Technician (HIS) - GS-05: Experience: None beyond the basic requirements Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of basic anatomy of the head and neck Knowledge of basic infection control procedures and guidelines Skill in using basic computer software to complete tasks such as using email - creating spreadsheets and word processing Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to maintain stock and supply level inventories Health Technician (HIS) - GS-06: Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-5) Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of normal and abnormal ear anatomy Knowledge of hearing aids - hearing assistive technology - hearing aid manufacturers and manufacturer software Skill in documenting patient procedures and patient devices Skill in providing patient education for hearing aid use - to include assisting patient with hearing aid insertion - removal and hygiene (cleaning and disinfection) Ability to provide patient education and training regarding hearing loss and communication strategies for various listening situations Ability to solve problems or make decisions regarding hearing aids - hearing assistive technology and patient care that is consistent with the documented and co-signed plan of care under the supervision of an audiologist Ability to prepare patient - equipment - and/or environment for audiology procedures Ability to provide triage of patient telephone calls or audiology requests References: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-5 to GS-6. Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties include - but are not limited to - the following: Primary responsibility is for patient care - supporting diagnostic and treatment procedures - patient charting and patient education Support functions include both direct patient care and administrative duties Direct patient care duties may include - but not limited to the following: Hearing aid troubleshooting and repair performing visual and auditory checks of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology-including all hearing aid accessories as well as alerting devices (troubleshoots performance);fabricating earmold impressions with proper (non-diagnostic) otoscopy ordering earmolds based on plan of care through prosthetics or DLC and fitting and modifying earmolds - if necessary providing basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers consistent with the audiologist's treatment plan - including but not limited to - realistic expectations - communication strategies - and/or aural rehabilitation assisting in set up and delivery of face-to-face and telehealth visits by preparing the equipment for patient evaluation and other audiology procedures including - but not limited to daily biologic listening calibration of audiometric equipment and calibration of real-ear equipment assisting patients with hearing aid connectivity including - but not limited to downloading applications (or apps) - pairing devices in the app - Bluetooth pairing - and pairing hearing aid accessories The incumbent is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interactions in the medical records and that all encounters are correctly documented using electronic medical record and computerized tracking and ordering functions via ROES The Health Technician (HIS) completes documentation per medical center policy for timeliness for each episode of care and codes procedures as appropriate in the patient record in preparation for co-signature by the audiologist Administrative duties may include - but not limited to the following: Maintaining comprehensive supply and equipment tracking systems to include monitoring stock of RME and consumable items ensuring proper inventory levels to complete the daily tasks prioritizing the acquisition of all supplies and equipment regarding date of expiration and may maintain a loaner hearing aid inventory The Health Technician (HIS) assists patients through triaging phone calls and audiology requests with regards to priority and urgency - following the audiologist's plan of care Work Schedule: Monday-Friday - 7:30am-4:00pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22208157/health-science-specialist-not-to-exceed-2-years https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22208157/health-science-specialist-not-to-exceed-2-years Leavenworth, Kansas, Summary This position serves as Health Science Specialist - Research Study Coordinator within the Research and Development (R&D) Service. The VA Research Program strives to promote Veteran-centered care to improve patient experiences and outcomes across VA healthcare and community settings - and to advance value-driven care by providing Veterans the highest quality care at the lowest financial burden. Qualifications To qualify for this position - applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement - 04/27/2026. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-09. The grade may have been in any occupation - but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year - it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade - as required by the announcement. In this instance - you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. Basic Education Requirement: Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree: major study in an academic field related to the medical field - health sciences or allied sciences appropriate to the work of the position. This degree must be from an educational program from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (external link) at the time the degree was obtained. A transcript is required at the time of application. To qualify at the GS-11 level you must one of the following minimum qualification requirements in addition to the basic education requirement above. Specialized Experience: You must possess at least one (1) full year of specialized experience that equipped you with the knowledge - skills - and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Research Study Coordinator and provided you with knowledge of the full scope of activities required in conducting single and/or multi-site clinical research including study/project management - human subjects' protection - and regulatory and policy compliance. To be creditable - specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-9) in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience includes: Performing a variety of tasks related to the conducting of the clinical/healthcare related research such as participant recruitment and enrollment - protocol execution - data reporting and management - and regulatory compliance Screening and evaluating the recruitment of candidates for clinical research studies Analyzing processes and documentation to ensure compliance with all technical - regulatory requirements - and information safety regulations Utilizing software used for project management - data collection - and regulatory compliance to extract - organize - track - and analyze data - produce letters and memorandums - and prepare a variety of documents and presentations Conducting telephone and in-person interviews of human study subjects using various methods of data collection - OR - Education: You may substitute the specialized experience with education if you possess a Master's or equivalent graduate degree that provided the knowledge - skills - and abilities necessary to do the work. Such education must demonstrate the knowledge - skills - and abilities necessary to do the work of this. NOTE: Copies of transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. - OR - Combination: A combination of successfully completed graduate level education (beyond two years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree) and specialized experience may also be used to meet total experience requirements. The education portion must include graduate courses that demonstrate the knowledge - skills - and abilities necessary to do to the work of this position. NOTE: Copies of transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. 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. Preferred Experience: Research grant writing and submission. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary with occasional walking - standing - and handling and carrying items such as paper and books. There may be occasion needs to assist study participants with mobility to study location(s). Some travel will be required. The work is performed in a research setting requiring no special considerations beyond accepted standards of safety. The work area is adequately lighted - heated - and ventilated. There may be occasional exposure to moderate risks or during program/project and country visits. For more information on these qualification standards - please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Duties This position serves as Health Science Specialist - Research Study Coordinator within the Research and Development (R&D) Service The VA Research Program strives to promote Veteran-centered care to improve patient experiences and outcomes across VA healthcare and community settings - and to advance value-driven care by providing Veterans the highest quality care at the lowest financial burden The Research Study Coordinator manages clinical tests - collects data - and recruits and manages subjects for clinical trials while providing high-level technical support of projects in a comprehensive research setting Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Manages Clinical Tests and Collects Data Collects and analyzes data - educates - and interacts with study participants and leadership Provides detailed and summary information and recommendations for further actions based on the data analysis Manages implementation - control and reporting on clinical tests Implements data collection and monitors protocols for difficult clinical research studies Administers or monitors administration of tests and measurements required by project design Records data from samples and specimens to ensure that all tracking data is organized and is monitored during the progress of the study Identifies test results and trends requiring further analysis Maintains all study and regulatory records Prepares project and statistical reports for review process Recruits and Manages Candidates for Clinical Trials Oversees - screens - and evaluates recruitment of candidates for clinical research studies via telephone and/or in person Uses objective rating techniques to identify potential candidates for participation in study where project design is complex Performs informed consent process throughout the study and continuously educates participants on study processes and procedures Performs day-to-day activities related to conducting and overseeing participant interviews and follow-up Coordinates study participant randomization to treatment - works closely with the Research Pharmacy on study drug provision Research Project Support Assists supervisor with managing the routine - day-to-day activities - and administration of the project Plans - develops - completes - and submits on time all required documentation/ paperwork/forms for initial and continuing human subject's review Analyzes processes and documentation to ensure compliance with all technical - regulatory requirements - and information safety regulations Conducts quality assurance evaluations for project data and clinical research instruments - as applicable Establishes and monitors remediation plans to correct deficiencies Drafts detailed and summary reports for presentation at meetings and conferences and for publication in peer reviewed journals Compiles and produces educational and training materials determines contents needed for training binders and tools Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service - increase worker productivity - and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies This position may be authorized for ad hoc telework Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process Virtual: This is not a virtual position Position Description/PD#: Health Science Specialist - Not To Exceed 2 years/PD99718S Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22198287/health-technician-hearing-instrument https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22198287/health-technician-hearing-instrument Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Summary This position is located in the Audiology and Speech Pathology Service at VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System. The duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in all clinical and other patient care areas involved with the Audiology service. The health technician supports the function of the clinical programs in Audiology. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Be a citizen of the United States (U.S.) Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Experience and Education: Experience Completion of the Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for Hearing Aid Specialists OR Education Successful completion of two academic years above high school that includes coursework related to the field: hearing science - human anatomy and physiology - hearing instrument science - gerontology - psychology or other general healthcare areas NOTE: There is no combination of education and experience which can be substituted for the basic requirements Licensure or Registration: Individuals must hold a full - current and unrestricted license or registration to practice as a HIS in a state - territory - commonwealth or the District of Columbia Loss of Licensure or Registration A Health Technician (HIS) who fails to maintain the required licensure or registration must be removed from the occupation - which may also result in termination of employment Board Certification: Individuals must hold active board certification from the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences (NBC-HIS) Loss of Certification A Health Technician (HIS) who fails to maintain the required board certification must be removed from the occupation - which may also result in termination of employment Foreign Education: To be creditable - education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program by a private organization specializing in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials English Language Proficiency: Health Technician (HIS) candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Grade Determinations: Health Technician - Hearing Instrument Specialist (HIS) - GS-06 Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade of GS-05 Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of normal and abnormal ear anatomy Knowledge of hearing aids - hearing assistive technology - hearing aid manufacturers and manufacturer software Skill in documenting patient procedures and patient devices Skill in providing patient education for hearing aid use - to include assisting patient with hearing aid insertion - removal - and hygiene (cleaning and disinfection) Ability to provide patient education and training regarding hearing loss and communication strategies for various listening situations Ability to solve problems or make decisions regarding hearing aids - hearing assistive technology and patient care that is consistent with the documented and co-signed plan of care under the supervision of an audiologist Ability to prepare patient - equipment - and/or environment for audiology procedures Ability to provide triage of patient telephone calls or audiology requests Assignment Employees at this level are at the full performance level and work under the supervision and direction of a licensed audiologist Assignments associated with this level include - but are not limited to: completing visual and auditory checks of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology-including all hearing aid accessories - as well as - alerting devices (troubleshoots performance) registering - certifying and tracking prosthetic devices (hearing aids - hearing aid accessories and assistive devices) and assisting in set up and delivery of face-to-face and telehealth visits by preparing the equipment for patient evaluation and other audiology procedures - including - but not limited to daily biologic listening calibration of audiometric equipment and calibration of real-ear equipment The Health Technician (HIS) fabricates earmold impressions with proper otoscopy - orders earmolds based on plan of care through prosthetics or DLC and fits and modifies earmolds - if necessary The Health Technician (HIS) provides patient care in hearing aid repair appointments consistent with the audiologist's treatment plan and provides counselling including - but not limited to realistic expectations - communication strategies and/or aural rehabilitation The Health Technician (HIS) maintains a comprehensive supply and equipment tracking systems to include: monitoring stock of RME and consumable items ensuring proper inventory levels to complete the daily tasks prioritizing the acquisition of all supplies and equipment with regard to date of expiration and may maintain a loaner hearing aid inventory The Health Technician (HIS) assists patients with hearing aid connectivity including - but not limited to downloading applications (or apps) - pairing devices in the app - Bluetooth ® pairing and pairing hearing aid accessories The Health Technician (HIS) assists patients through triaging phone calls and audiology requests with regards to priority and urgency following the audiologist's plan of care Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-06 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected is GS-06 Preferred Experience: 2-5 years experience working as a hearing instrument specialist (HIS) with an active HIS license Physical Requirements: Light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds) use of fingers and both hands required Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4 Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other Mental and Emotional Stability works outside and inside works closely with others ability to distinguish basic colors ability to distinguish shades of colors hearing (aid permitted). Duties This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until June 30 - 2026 or until the position is filled The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 02/19/2026 - with subsequent cut-off dates every two weeks thereafter As members of the audiology service and hearing health care team - the Health Technician (HIS) possesses knowledge of basic ear anatomy and a broad knowledge of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology The Health Technician (HIS) possesses the skills necessary to assist patients with concerns related to their hearing aids and/or hearing assistive technology - consistent with the treatment plan of the audiologist This work may include the provision of a wide array of clinical rehabilitation services to support Veterans with disabilities reintegrate into community - employment and independent living Direct patient care duties may include - but not limited to the following: Hearing aid troubleshooting and repair Performing visual and auditory checks of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology-including all hearing aid accessories as well as alerting devices (troubleshoots performance) Fabricating earmold impressions with proper (non-diagnostic) otoscopy Ordering earmolds based on plan of care through prosthetics or DLC and fitting and modifying earmolds - if necessary Providing basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers consistent with the audiologist's treatment plan - including - but not limited to - realistic expectations - communication strategies - and/or aural rehabilitation Assisting in set up and delivery of face-to-face and telehealth visits by preparing the equipment for patient evaluation and other audiology procedures including - but not limited to daily biologic listening calibration of audiometric equipment and calibration of real-ear equipment Assisting patients with hearing aid connectivity including - but not limited to - downloading applications (or apps) - pairing devices in the app - Bluetooth pairing - and pairing hearing aid accessories Ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interactions in the medical records and that all encounters are correctly documented using electronic medical record and computerized tracking and ordering functions Maintaining comprehensive supply and equipment tracking systems to include monitoring stock of RME and consumable items Ensuring proper inventory levels to complete the daily tasks Prioritizing the acquisition of all supplies and equipment regarding date of expiration and may maintain a loaner hearing aid inventory Assists patients through triaging phone calls and audiology requests with regards to priority and urgency - following the audiologist's plan of care Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 70793-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Duty Location: will be discussed upon selection Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22196062/physical-therapy-assistant https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22196062/physical-therapy-assistant Memphis, Tennessee, Summary This position is aligned under the Physical Therapy section of the Memphis Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services (PM&RS). This position requires an individual who is highly skilled and competent in order to function. The Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) provides treatment that promotes the prevention - remediation - and rehabilitation of acute and chronic physical and psychosocial dysfunction. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency PTA candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Education: Individuals must meet at least one of the requirements below: (Must provide copy of transcript) Associate degree from an accredited community college - junior college - college or university in a physical therapy assistant education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education ~OR~ Graduate of foreign physical therapy assistant degree programs that meet the educational requirement and have successfully passed the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) for PTAs ~OR~ Graduate of military physical therapy assistant programs that meet the educational requirement and have successfully passed the NPTE for PTAs Licensure: Current - full - active and unrestricted license as a PTA in a State - Territory or Commonwealth (i.e Puerto Rico) of the United States - or District of Columbia Exceptions for Non-Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant- (a) Non-licensed applicants who otherwise meet the minimum qualification requirements - but who do not possess state licensure - may be appointed - pending licensure - as a graduate PTA on a full-time temporary appointment under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7401(a)(1)(B) and not to exceed two years in accordance with the timeframe in 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B) (b) Non-licensed individuals shall only provide care under the direct supervision of a licensed PTA or PT who meets all state regulatory requirements (c) Non-licensed individuals may only be appointed at the entry level and may not be promoted/converted until licensure is obtained (e) Failure to Obtain Licensure Failure to obtain licensure during this time period may result in termination of employment May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Experience Grade Determinations: Physical Therapy Assistant - GS-08-One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade GS-7.Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills and Abilities [In addition to the basic requirements - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:(a) Ability to independently implement treatment plan using knowledge of techniques related to the patient's disability and needs.(b) Ability to independently provide varied and multifaceted physical therapy interventions based on the established care plan (e.g. - therapeutic exercise - balance - body mechanics - flexibility - strength - gait training - neuromotor development - physical agents - functional training - etc.).(c) Knowledge of physical therapy data collection and assessment techniques in order to perform specific interventions and to monitor and capture progress of the patient/client.(d) Ability to instruct patient on varied interventions to provide materials to enhance compliance with home programs.(e) Ability to modify treatment techniques based on the learning needs and perceptions of the patient.(f) Ability to identify critical changes (e.g vital signs - pain - mobility and alertness) in patient conditions to determine their medical and functional status (g) Ability to work with PTs and other interdisciplinary healthcare team members to evaluate patient information for planning - modifying and coordinating treatment programs and discharge planning Grade Determinations: GS-08 Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-08 Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (45 pounds and over) Straight pulling ( Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both hands required Walking (4 hours) Standing (3 hours) Kneeling ( Repeated bending ( Climbing - legs only ( Both legs required Operation of crane - truck - tractor - or motor vehicle Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4 Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other Hearing (aid permitted) Mental & emotional stability. Duties The PTA administers and monitors therapeutic interventions based on goals formulated by a Physical Therapist The PTA also conducts educational programs to support the needs of patients in both rehabilitation and various other programs within the facility The duties and responsibilities of the position are carried out within the facility including clinical - administrative and patient care areas associated with PM&RS the incumbent's duties include - but are not limited to: Performs appropriate cleansing and re-processing of reusable medical equipment in compliance with VHA directives and SOPs Receives and interprets requests or instructions for procedures from the Physical Therapist Plans and implements specialized treatment programs and applies physical therapy procedures to patients under the general supervision of a physical therapist Completes a preliminary review/examination of patient data (including medical history) - compiles and organizes pertinent information - and develops/presents a patient profile to be used in assessing patient's status Assists with or renders a course of treatment based on the assessed needs of the patient - developing progressive types of physical therapy treatment programs This is done in consultation with a Physical Therapist Assists therapist in development of a comprehensive specialized treatment plan that includes long- and short-term goals Persuades and motivates veterans and family members to participate in treatment plans and comply with indicated regimens and post-discharge activities Interacts with the patient and family regarding goals for treatment Assists in the performance of - or independently performs - highly specialized and diversified treatment procedures Utilizes the full range of modalities Administers non-complex active and passive therapeutic exercise Fits - adjusts and instructs patients in use of orthoses - prostheses - and mobility devices Instructs - motivates - and assists patients to learn activities of daily living and improve functional activities Prepares and maintains appropriate equipment and supplies required for these treatments Varies procedures or positions to adjust for veterans' medical conditions Modifies intervention environment - tools - materials - and activities in response to each veteran's response to treatment With prior approval of the Physical Therapist - adapts the technical procedures and approaches involving new and unusual treatment and rehabilitation objectives to meet the individual veteran's needs Modifies or adapts specialized treatment approaches within the scope of the established treatment plan to reflect the changing needs of the veteran Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday - 8:00am to 4:30pm Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 51163-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22180383/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22180383/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist Marion, Illinois, Summary The VA Heartland Network is currently recruiting for one Health Technician (Hearing Instrument Specialist) at each facility within the network: Leavenworth - KS Topeka - KS Marion - IL (Evansville - IN CBOC) Wichita - KS Columbia - MO Poplar Bluff - MO (West Plains CBOC) Saint Louis - MO Kansas City - MO This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Experience and Education Experience Completion of the Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for Hearing Aid Specialists OR - Education Successful completion of two academic years above high school that includes coursework related to the field: hearing science - human anatomy and physiology - hearing instrument science - gerontology - psychology or other general healthcare areas Licensure or Registration Individuals must hold a full - current and unrestricted license or registration to practice as a HIS in a state - territory - commonwealth or the District of Columbia Certification Individuals must hold active board certification from the National for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences (NBC-HIS) Exceptions for Non-Board-Certified Health Technician (HIS) Non-board-certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for appointment - may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate Health Technician (HIS) under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B) Non-board-certified individuals shall only provide care under the supervision of a licensed audiologist Non-board-certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level and may not be promoted/converted until board certification is obtained Temporary appointments of non-board-certified Health Technician (HIS) may not be extended beyond two years or converted to a new temporary appointment Foreign Education To be creditable - education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program by a private organization specializing in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials Language Proficiency Health Technician (HIS) candidates must be proficient in spoken and written in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Grade Determinations: GS-5 Health Technician (HIS) Experience None beyond the basic requirements Knowledge Skills and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of basic anatomy of the head and neck Knowledge of basic infection control procedures and guidelines Skill in using basic computer software to complete tasks such as using email - creating spreadsheets and word processing Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to maintain stock and supply level inventories GS-6 Health Technician (HIS) Experience One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade Knowledge - Skills and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSA Knowledge of normal and abnormal ear anatomy Knowledge of hearing aids - hearing assistive technology - hearing aid manufacturers and manufacturer software Skill in documenting patient procedures and patient devices Skill in providing patient education for hearing aid use - to include assisting patient with hearing aid insertion - removal and hygiene (cleaning and disinfection) Ability to provide patient education and training regarding hearing loss and communication strategies for various listening situations Ability to solve problems or make decisions regarding hearing aids - hearing assistive technology and patient care that is consistent with the documented and co-signed plan of care under the supervision of an audiologist Ability to prepare patient - equipment - and/or environment for audiology procedures Ability to provide triage of patient telephone calls or audiology request Reference: VA Handbook 5005 Part II - Health Technician (Hearing Instrument Specialist) For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-5 to GS-6. Physical Requirements: Able to meet the physical demands for the position - reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions Must have a good manual dexterity Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written word Must be able to view and read information on computer screens. Duties Hearing aid troubleshooting and repair performing visual and auditory checks of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology-including all hearing aid accessories as well as alerting devices (troubleshoots performance);fabricating earmold impressions with proper (non-diagnostic) otoscopy ordering earmolds based on plan of care through prosthetics or DLC and fitting and modifying earmolds - if necessary providing basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers consistent with the audiologist's treatment plan - including but not limited to - realistic expectations - communication strategies - and/or aural rehabilitation assisting in set up and delivery of face-to-face and telehealth visits by preparing the equipment for patient evaluation and other audiology procedures including - but not limited to daily biologic listening calibration of audiometric equipment and calibration of real-ear equipment assisting patients with hearing aid connectivity including - but not limited to downloading applications (or apps) - pairing devices in the app - Bluetooth pairing - and pairing hearing aid accessories The incumbent is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interactions in the medical records and that all encounters are correctly documented using electronic medical record and computerized tracking and ordering functions via ROES The Health Technician (HIS) completes documentation per medical center policy for timeliness for each episode of care and codes procedures as appropriate in the patient record in preparation for co-signature by the audiologist Administrative duties may include - but not limited to the following: Maintaining comprehensive supply and equipment tracking systems to include monitoring stock of RME and consumable items ensuring proper inventory levels to complete the daily tasks prioritizing the acquisition of all supplies and equipment regarding date of expiration and may maintain a loaner hearing aid inventory The Health Technician (HIS) assists patients through triaging phone calls and audiology requests with regards to priority and urgency - following the audiologist's plan of care Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm CST (Schedule may be adjusted based on the need of the facility) Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22179367/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22179367/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist Pensacola, Florida, Summary The Health Technician (Hearing Instrument Specialist - HIS) position is located in the Audiology Service at the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care system (GCVHCS) at the Pensacola - FL Outpatient Clinic and serves as a member of the audiology service and hearing health care team. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency Health Technician (HIS) candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Experience: Completion of the Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for Hearing Aid Specialists Copy of document verifying program completion required OR Education: Successful completion of two academic years above high school that includes course work related to the field such as hearing science - human anatomy and physiology - hearing instrument science - gerontology - psychology or other general healthcare areas Foreign Education To be creditable - education completed outside the U.S. must be deemed at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. program by a private organization specializing in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials Transcripts Required NOTE: There is no combination of education and experience which can be substituted for the basic requirements Licensure or Registration Individuals must hold a full - current and unrestricted license or registration to practice as a HIS in a state - territory - commonwealth or the District of Columbia Copy of licensure or registration required Board Certification: Individuals must hold active board certification from the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences (NBC-HIS) Copy of board certification required Exception for Non-Board-Certified Health Technician (HIS) 1 Non-Board-Certified Applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for appointment - may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate Health Technician (HIS) under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 (c)(2)(B) 2 Non-board-certified individuals shall only provide care under the supervision of a licensed audiologist 3 Non-board-certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level of a GS-5 and may not be promoted/converted until board certification is obtained 4 Temporary appointments of non-board-certified Health Technician (HIS) may not be extended beyond two (2) years or converted to a new temporary appointment May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements above the following is the criteria that must be met when determining the grade of candidates GS-5 Entry Level: Experience: None beyond the basic requirements above.Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of basic anatomy of the head and neck (b) Knowledge of basic infection control procedures and guidelines (c) Skill in using basic computer software to complete tasks such as using email - creating spreadsheets and word processing (d) Ability to communicate orally and in writing (e) Ability to follow verbal and written instructions (f)Ability to maintain stock and supply level inventories GS-06 - Full Performance Level: Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-05).Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of normal and abnormal ear anatomy (b) Knowledge of hearing aids - hearing assistive technology - hearing aid manufacturers and manufacturer software (c) Skill in documenting patient procedures and patient devices (d) Skill in providing patient education for hearing aid use - to include assisting patient with hearing aid insertion - removal and hygiene (cleaning and disinfection) (e) Ability to provide patient education and training regarding hearing loss and communication strategies for various listening situations (f) Ability to solve problems or make decisions regarding hearing aids - hearing assistive technology and patient care that is consistent with the documented and co-signed plan of care under the supervision of an audiologist (g) Ability to prepare patient - equipment - and/or environment for audiology procedures (h) Ability to provide triage of patient telephone calls or audiology requests Preferred Experience: Clinical Experience: Experience in conducting hearing tests and assessments Hands-on experience fitting - adjusting - and repairing hearing aids Proficiency in taking ear impressions and modifying earmolds Technical Skills: Knowledge of audiometric equipment and software used for hearing evaluations Familiarity with different types and brands of hearing aids and assistive listening devices Competence in troubleshooting and maintaining hearing aid devices Patient Care Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction Ability to explain complex hearing device technology in understandable terms Experience in counseling patients on hearing loss and hearing aid use Administrative Skills: Experience in maintaining patient records and handling documentation related to hearing assessments and hearing aid fittings Knowledge of insurance and third-party billing procedures specific to audiology services Continuing Education: Commitment to staying updated with the latest advancements and technologies in hearing instruments Participation in ongoing professional development or continuing education courses Other General Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is 6 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-05 to GS-06 Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation - see Duties section for essential job duties of the position May require standing - lifting - carrying - sitting - stooping - bending - puling - and pushing May be required to wear personal protective equipment and undergo annual TB screening or testing as conditions of employment Work Environment: Work is performed in an office/clinic setting with minimal risks that requires normal safety precautions the area is adequately lighted - heated - and ventilated However - the work environment requires someone with the ability to handle several tasks at once in sometimes stressful situations. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30 - 2026 The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be 2 weeks after the Announcement Open Date Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals as-needed until the position is filled Major duties include - but are not limited to: Hearing aid troubleshooting and repair Performing visual and auditory checks of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology-including all hearing aid accessories as well as alerting devices (troubleshoots performance) Fabricating earmold impressions with proper (non-diagnostic) otoscopy ordering earmolds based on plan of care through prosthetics or DLC and fitting and modifying earmolds - if necessary Providing basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers consistent with the audiologist's treatment plan - including but not limited to - realistic expectations - communication strategies - and/or aural rehabilitation Assisting in set up and delivery of face-to-face and telehealth visits by preparing the equipment for patient evaluation and other audiology procedures including - but not limited to daily biologic listening calibration of audiometric equipment and calibration of real-ear equipment Assisting patients with hearing aid connectivity including - but not limited to downloading applications (or apps) - pairing devices in the app - Bluetooth pairing - and pairing hearing aid accessories The incumbent is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interactions in the medical records and that all encounters are correctly documented using electronic medical record and computerized tracking and ordering functions via ROES The Health Technician (HIS) completes documentation per medical center policy for timeliness for each episode of care and codes procedures as appropriate in the patient record in preparation for co-signature by the audiologist Work Schedule: Monday -Friday - 8:00am - 4:30pm Subject to change based on the needs of the facility Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior work experience or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 00709F - 00708F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22171652/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22171652/health-technician-hearing-instrument-specialist Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Summary Incumbent is a staff health technician (HIS) under the supervision of a staff audiologist or above. This position is located in the Audiology Service at Sioux Falls VA in Sioux Falls - SD. The duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in all clinical and other patient care areas involved with the Audiology service. The health technician supports the function of the clinical programs in Audiology. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency: Health Technician (HIS) candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Experience and Education: Experience: Completion of the Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for Hearing Aid Specialists OR Education: Successful completion of two academic years above high school that includes coursework related to the field: hearing science - human anatomy and physiology - hearing instrument science - gerontology - psychology or other general healthcare areas NOTE: There is no combination of education and experience which can be substituted for the basic requirements Licensure or Registration: Individuals must hold a full - current and unrestricted license or registration to practice as a HIS in a state - territory - commonwealth or the District of Columbia Board Certification: Individuals must hold active board certification from the National Board for Certification in Hearing Instrument Sciences (NBC-HIS) Exception for Non-Board Certified Health Technician (HIS) Non-board certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for appointment - may be given a temporary appointment as a graduate Health Technician (HIS) under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2)(B) Non-board certified individuals shall only provide care under the supervision of a licensed audiologist Non-board certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level and may not be promoted/converted until board certification is obtained Temporary appointments of non-board certified Health Technician (HIS) may not be extended beyond two years or converted to a new temporary appointment Grade Determinations: Health Technician (HIS) - GS-05: Experience: None beyond the basic requirements Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of basic anatomy of the head and neck Knowledge of basic infection control procedures and guidelines Skill in using basic computer software to complete tasks such as using email - creating spreadsheets and word processing Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to maintain stock and supply level inventories Health Technician (HIS) - GS-06: Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-5) Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge of normal and abnormal ear anatomy Knowledge of hearing aids - hearing assistive technology - hearing aid manufacturers and manufacturer software Skill in documenting patient procedures and patient devices Skill in providing patient education for hearing aid use - to include assisting patient with hearing aid insertion - removal and hygiene (cleaning and disinfection) Ability to provide patient education and training regarding hearing loss and communication strategies for various listening situations Ability to solve problems or make decisions regarding hearing aids - hearing assistive technology and patient care that is consistent with the documented and co-signed plan of care under the supervision of an audiologist Ability to prepare patient - equipment - and/or environment for audiology procedures Ability to provide triage of patient telephone calls or audiology requests References: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-6. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-5 to GS-6. Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Duties This is an OPEN CONTINOUS ANNOUNCEMENT Applicants in USA Staffing will be qualified based on the resume submitted and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager every 1-2 weeks until the announcement is closed - cancelled - or filled Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties include - but are not limited to: Primary responsibility is for patient care - supporting diagnostic and treatment procedures - patient charting and patient education - which do not require a full professional audiology education or knowledge and skills represented by audiology licensure Support functions include both direct patient care and administrative duties Direct patient care duties may include - but not limited to the following: Hearing aid troubleshooting and repair performing visual and auditory checks of hearing aids and hearing assistive technology-including all hearing aid accessories as well as alerting devices (troubleshoots performance);fabricating earmold impressions with proper (non-diagnostic) otoscopy ordering earmolds based on plan of care through prosthetics or DLC and fitting and modifying earmolds - if necessary providing basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers consistent with the audiologist's treatment plan - including but not limited to - realistic expectations - communication strategies - and/or aural rehabilitation assisting in set up and delivery of face-to-face and telehealth visits by preparing the equipment for patient evaluation and other audiology procedures including - but not limited to daily biologic listening calibration of audiometric equipment and calibration of real-ear equipment assisting patients with hearing aid connectivity including - but not limited to downloading applications (or apps) - pairing devices in the app - Bluetooth pairing - and pairing hearing aid accessories The incumbent is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all interactions in the medical records and that all encounters are correctly documented using electronic medical record and computerized tracking and ordering functions via ROES The Health Technician (HIS) completes documentation per medical center policy for timeliness for each episode of care and codes procedures as appropriate in the patient record in preparation for co-signature by the audiologist Administrative duties may include - but not limited to the following: Maintaining comprehensive supply and equipment tracking systems to include monitoring stock of RME and consumable items ensuring proper inventory levels to complete the daily tasks prioritizing the acquisition of all supplies and equipment regarding date of expiration and may maintain a loaner hearing aid inventory The Health Technician (HIS) assists patients through triaging phone calls and audiology requests with regards to priority and urgency - following the audiologist's plan of care Driver's License required Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm CST Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22168772/supervisory-orthotist-prosthetist https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22168772/supervisory-orthotist-prosthetist Louisville, Kentucky, Summary The Supervisory Orthotist-Prosthetist will have the exciting opportunity to open a new VA medical center and start on a new lab in a VA outpatient Clinic. The incumbent oversees - manages - and carries out clinical and laboratory work related to providing prosthetic and orthotic care to patients with disabilities in the Prosthetics and Sensory Aids at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center in Louisville - KY. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency Orthotists - prosthetists - or orthotist/prosthetists must be proficient in spoken and written as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Education: A bachelor's degree or higher in orthotics and prosthetics from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited program -OR- A bachelor's degree or higher in any major along with a post-graduate orthotics or prosthetics certificate from a CAAHEP accredited program -OR- A Foreign Education Graduates of foreign degree programs must have proof of a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or foreign equivalent - as verified through an independent credential evaluation company) - with a specialization in orthotics and prosthetics Board Certification Candidates must be board certified by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) or the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC) as an orthotist - prosthetist - or orthotist/prosthetist May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements above - you must meet the grade determinations below GS-13: Experience: You must have completed one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level as an GS-12 Orthotist/Prosthetist functioning as a full member of the clinical team which includes significant involvement in treatment plan development for the most complex types of condition Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSA's: Knowledge of regulatory requirements established by ABC - BOC - NCOPE - IAOP - AAOP - JCAHO - Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMMS) - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - etc. - in order to provide advice to VISN management of the implementation of those requirements Knowledge of administrative functions including budget development and management - inventory management - space and workload planning - as well as knowledge of the National Prosthetic Patient Database - a knowledge of the Prosthetic National Software package - CPRS - DSS and knowledge of accreditation requirements for orthotic and prosthetic laboratories and knowledge of certification requirements for clinical staff in order to develop VISN guidelines and policies - allocate resources within the VISN - and project future workload for the VISN Ability to analyze data and provide reports using HCPC codes and other patient database information from VISN orthotic and prosthetic laboratories and to provide such reports to VISN management Ability to serve as a consultant to orthotists/prosthetists within the VISN on emerging technologies - the most difficult and complex cases - changes in policy - etc Ability to supervise (To be used if the assignment is supervisory in nature.) Preferred Experience: Accredited by the American Board of Opticianry (ABOC) Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-13 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the GS-13 Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary - with occasional standing and stooping required to assist patients The incumbent must be able to lift and handle prosthetic and orthotic devices as needed. Duties This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30 - 2026 The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be April 15 - 2026 - with subsequent reviews as needed Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled VA Careers - Prosthetics: https://youtube.com/embed/3NUvF5jjErQ Duties includes but are not limited to: Applies expert knowledge of medical and psychological conditions related to prosthetic use Oversees the design - fabrication - and fitting of custom prosthetic and orthotic devices Interviews patients to determine expectations - lifestyle - home/work environment - ability to use the device Navigates complex or high-pressure situations with professionalism and strong interpersonal skills Demonstrates advanced clinical expertise in prosthetics and orthotics Attends professional and manufacturer's training seminars Follows environmental and occupational safety guidelines Work Schedule: Monday-Friday - 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 41141-F Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22148610/lead-medical-technician https://careers.chpa.org/jobs/rss/22148610/lead-medical-technician Dallas, Texas, Summary The Lead Medical Laboratory Technician performs the full range of higher-level laboratory duties and procedures ranging from routine to complex; and provides technical support to the laboratory section staff - entire facility - and clients from other agencies. Acts as a liaison to other sections of the laboratory and the medical center. The location of the position is Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service - VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS) - Dallas - Bonham - and Fort Worth - Texas. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education Candidates must meet the applicable educational requirements for certification Certification (1) Candidates must currently possess one of the appropriate certifications as an MLT granted by the following organizations (a) American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) ASCP - Board of Certification OR ASCP - Board of Registry (b) American Medical Technologists OR (c) American Association of Bioanalysts Foreign Education Graduates of foreign MLT programs are considered to meet the basic education requirements if they have a current certification May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: Lead Medical Laboratory Technician - GS-07 (a) Experience In addition to meeting the basic requirements - one year of progressively complex experience equivalent to the GS-06 grade level (b) Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of techniques to instruct students and newly hired staff to properly perform tests and application of laboratory procedures Skill in conducting laboratory procurement procedures to maintain appropriate levels of reagent and supply inventories Ability to provide technical oversight to manage personnel and work assignments in a manner that assures completion of the laboratory workload Ability to plan staff training to address needs (c) Assignments For all assignments above the full performance level - the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope - complexity and range of variety and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time Lead MLTs independently perform duties of significant scope and complexity and assist with technician oversight Lead MLTs lead three or more lab support positions - provide direction to the daily operations and assume responsibility for integrating and monitoring standard laboratory protocols to maintain continuous workflow and quality within the unit Lead MLTs must do a combination of at least three of the following duties: prepare work schedules and assign tasks to ensure timely completion of duties ensure laboratory resources are in optimal working condition and address workflow needs provide guidance and support of the work unit in supervisory absence train personnel (including students) in methods - procedures and use of equipment and instruments specific to the assigned area provide input to supervisor on performance and training needs of employees adjust work assignments due to absences or changes in priorities resolve simple - informal complaints of employees and patients - refer more difficult problems to the supervisor and recommend approval and/or disapproval of leave requests Preferred Experience: One year credible experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician at the GS-06 level or higher Training past entry level Associates Degree 4 years experience processing laboratory specimens including clinical - surgical and anatomic specimens 4 years of experience processing - shipping - and resulting reference lab specimens Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-07 Physical Requirements: Light lifting - under 15 pounds Light carrying - under 15 pounds - Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both hands required Walking (1 -2 hours) Standing (1 hours) Depth perception Ability to distinguish colors Hearing (aid permitted) Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties include but are not limited to: A Lead Medical Laboratory Technician has specialized training and experience The Lead MLT independently perform duties of significant scope and complexity and assist with technician oversight Individual provides direction to the daily operations and assume responsibility for integrating and monitoring standard laboratory protocols to maintain continuous workflow and quality within the section Incumbent performs the below duties at least 25 percent of the time Facilitates team or unit processes by working in collaboration with team members to ensure that tasks - priorities - goals - and achievements are coordinated with management.- Responsible for all aspects of operation in their area of specialty - including assignment of work responsibilities - workload management - and completion of assignments for staff Prepares and maintains records and reports - training - and compliance Acts as a liaison to other departments of the medical center for the appropriate laboratory specialty Serves as an expert providing authoritative advice and consultation for more markedly difficult - complex - unique - and/or emerging tests requiring special knowledge.- Identifies - defines - and resolves issues associated with complex aspects of data or unique controversial aspects of the testing where no direct precedent exists Maintains process control through a multifaceted quality assurance program Prepares and presents work-related information to the supervisor and upper management Performs quality assurance monitors - and research data in the appropriate laboratory specialty area Modifies or writes technical procedures - providing technical instruction ensuring that policies - procedures - and regulatory requirements are followed Evaluates the competency of assigned staff including identification or continuing education and training needs Is responsible as a primary source of information for maintaining current instrumentation Is responsible for evaluation of new and evolving developments in laboratory instrumentation and automation Ensures compliance with rules and regulations of assorted regulatory agencies such as CAP - TJC - OSHA - and the National Enforcement Office Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 6:00am to 5:00pm - Rotating weekends and Holidays Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 55082-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400