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Medical Instrument Technician Hemodialysis
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Summary The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for a full-time Medical Instrument Technician Hemodialysis. This position serves within the Surgical-Perioperative section of Patient Care Nursing Service. The hemodialysis technician functions as a member of the dialysis team under the direction of the nurse manager and staff nurse.
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Summary The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for a full-time Medical Instrument Technician Hemodialysis. This position serves within the Surgical-Perioperative section of Patient Care Nursing Service. The hemodialysis technician functions as a member of the dialysis team under the direction of the nurse manager and staff nurse.
Learn more about this agency
Overview Help Accepting applications Location 1 vacancy in the following location Cleveland OH 1 vacancy No matching locations found.
Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Salary 58350 - 75852 per year
Pay scale & grade GS 8 Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series 0649 Medical Instrument Technician Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS Low Risk
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Background check type Credentialing Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure required No
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Announcement number CBSR-13089577-27-KRK Control number 890091200 This job is open to Help The public U.S. Citizens Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Veterans Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse widow widower or parent of a veteran who may be eligible for derived preference
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The Medical Instrument Technician Hemodialysis duties include but are not limited to Provides hemodialysis treatment to patients with renal failure. Initiates and terminates dialysis treatments following standard procedures. Monitors patients throughout treatment and in collaboration with the clinician makes necessary adjustments per the patients medical condition previous experience and accepted practices. Assembles all necessary supplies and equipment at chair side. Operates and monitors dialysis machinery in performance of dialysis procedures using prescribed standard procedures and the machine monitoring system. Documents and charts accurately on flow sheets and medical records. Assesses and records the results of the dialysis treatment plans for future care and reports program to the dialysis team. Recognizes medical complications or altered response to treatment and notifies RN or MD. Responds to equipment alarms adjusts alarm limits and corrects the cause of malfunction which triggered the alarm.
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule Monday-Friday alternating shifts 500 a.m.-530 p.m. and 500 a.m.-130 p.m. alternating Saturdays and holidays Recruitment Relocation Incentives 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 144000 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 healthvisiondentalterm lifelong-term care many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement Telework Not Available Virtual This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement 95241A Permanent Change of Station PCS Not Authorized
Requirements Help Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. This position is subject to random drug testing in accordance with agency policy. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12311959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to backgroundsecurity investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable forms of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements httpswww.uscis.govi-9-centralform-i-9-acceptable-documents. Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP. Complete all application requirements detailed in the Required Documents section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consideryour performance and conductthe needs and interests of the agencywhether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government andwhether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certificationlicensure 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. Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2 section D paragraph 5a this part. 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-8 Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge skills abilities and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. This would be experience which provided knowledge of the more complex procedures the pharmacology related to this occupation and knowledge of related acute disorders and diseases and their effects on organs and methods of treatment. In addition the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs
Education Note Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges universities schools or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here httpope.ed.govaccreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information visit httpssites.ed.govinternationalrecognition-of-foreign-qualifications.
Additional information Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual Vacation Leave Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate 4 6 or 8 hours per pay period which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38 and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio Indiana and Michigan VISN 10 advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care you will operate in a model with three core elements seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veterans community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration VHA Mission Statement to Honor Americas Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process visit Human Resources and AdministrationOperations Security and Preparedness HRAOSP at The Fair Chance Act. ExpandHide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application resume C.V. andor supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps and other organizations e.g. professional philanthropic religions spiritual community student social. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate e.g. on resume or during interview or hiring process gain additional knowledge regarding a candidates abilities and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA career development services for our existing Veterans and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
Benefits Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required documents Required Documents Help
To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes Resume when listing previous employment please include month and year. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application such as a copy of your transcript if using education to qualify SF-50s currentformer Federal employees etc.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance andor degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply Help All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 11062026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire13089577. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
Agency contact information Karrie Kole Phone269873-3563 EmailKarrie.Koleva.gov Address VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System 10701 East Boulevard Cleveland OH 44106 US
Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages including all required documents and the vacancy announcement closes we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. NOTE Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP. It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who during the influenza season work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include but are not limited to VA hospitals and associated clinics community living centers CLCs community-based outpatient clinics CBOCs domiciliary units Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed clinical and administrative remote and onsite paid and without compensation full- and part-time employees intermittent employees fee basis employees VA contractors researchers volunteers and health professions trainees HPTs who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents interns fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.
Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries
Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy
Financial suitability
New employee probationary period
Privacy Act
Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service
Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents Help
To apply for this position you must provide a complete Application Package which includes Resume when listing previous employment please include month and year. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application such as a copy of your transcript if using education to qualify SF-50s currentformer Federal employees etc.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore provide only the attendance andor degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply Help All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 1159 PM ET on 11062026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click httpsapply.usastaffing.govViewQuestionnaire13089577. To begin click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume andor other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. ExpandHide how to apply
Agency contact information Karrie Kole Phone269873-3563 EmailKarrie.Koleva.gov Address VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System 10701 East Boulevard Cleveland OH 44106 US
Next steps Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages including all required documents and the vacancy announcement closes we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete a referral certificates is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. NOTE Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel HCP. It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who during the influenza season work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include but are not limited to VA hospitals and associated clinics community living centers CLCs community-based outpatient clinics CBOCs domiciliary units Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed clinical and administrative remote and onsite paid and without compensation full- and part-time employees intermittent employees fee basis employees VA contractors researchers volunteers and health professions trainees HPTs who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents interns fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities. ExpandHide next steps
Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries
Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Policy
Financial suitability
New employee probationary period
Privacy Act
Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service
Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Veterans Health Administration
OUR MISSION To fulfill President Lincolns promise To care for those who have served in our nations military and for their families caregivers and survivors - by serving and honoring the men and women who are Americas Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans Focusing on treating the whole Veteran through health promotion and disease prevention VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System provides comprehensive seamless health care and social services for more than 124000 Veterans across Northeast Ohio. With 17 locations of care including a 594-bed tertiary medical center 12 VA clinics 2 community resource and referral centers a psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery center a chronic dialysis center and an outpatient surgery center VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare Systems quality services are easily accessible to Veterans in 21 counties. The healthcare systems hub Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center is a national and regional referral center providing a full range of patient care services with state-of-the-art technology medical education research and general acute and psychiatric emergency care. The medical center has several programs of excellence and is home to two VA research centers the Cleveland FES Center and the APT Center. With us you will find a challenging yet rewarding career experience.
Agency contact information Karrie Kole Phone269873-3563 EmailKarrie.Koleva.gov Address VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System 10701 East Boulevard Cleveland OH 44106 US
Visit our careers page Learn more about what its like to work at Veterans Health Administration what the agency does and about the types of careers this agency offers. httpwww.va.govjobs
Summary The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for a full-time Medical Instrument Technician Hemodialysis. This position serves within the Surgical-Perioperative section of Patient Care Nursing Service. The hemodialysis technician functions as a member of the dialysis team under the direction of the nurse manager and staff nurse.
Learn more about this agency
Overview Help Accepting applications Location 1 vacancy in the following location Cleveland OH 1 vacancy No matching locations found.
Work site options Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No
Salary 58350 - 75852 per year
Pay scale & grade GS 8 Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required Appointment type Permanent Occupations and job series 0649 Medical Instrument Technician Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive NS Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type Credentialing Suitability Fitness Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number CBSR-13089577-27-KRK Control number 890091200
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