Lead Gastroenterology Medical Instrument Technician

The Gastroenterology (GI) MIT assists the practitioner in endoscopic procedures, such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGO), colonoscopy, endoscopic ultrasounds, and other necessary endoscopic procedures. The GI technician maintains a high level of knowledge regarding endoscopic instruments, patient monitoring equipment, patient positioning and comfort, peripheral venous access, and proper handling of anatomical lab specimens.

Functions independently on all GI Endoscopy procedures, managing supplies and complex equipment. Maintains established competencies for the area of assignment. Participates in the education and evaluation of competencies for other assigned GI Endoscopy technicians, providing input to the GI Nurse Manager. Actively participates in and promotes educational opportunities for the service. Updates personal knowledge regarding current trends in GI procedural technology through continuing education courses. Implements in-services related to inter-service needs i.e., collaborates with SPS and external customers (company representatives) to coordinate educational programs. The Lead GI MIT will Collaborate with Nurse Manager on unit goals. Train and sign off new MITs on checkoffs and competencies. Ensure daily that all scopes are processed in SPS, received back in Endoscopy, and placed in scope cabinets with the proper tags and expiration dates. Collaborate with EMS, SPS, Biomed, etc., to ensure equipment is maintained, cleaned, and/or repaired. Maintain assignments/duties for techs weekly i.e., room rotation, float, travel cases. Maintain all scope cabinet logs, MIT call schedule, and late rotation of the section. Coordinate and maintain scope competency checkoffs annually. Create and maintain Instructions for Use (IFU) binders. Coordinate with vendors to ensure that the MIT-required and requested trainings are scheduled and completed. Collaborate with Charge Nurse to submit Maximo and Your IT work orders for equipment needs. Monitors clinical functions, equipment management, communication/customer service, and safety and environment performance for all MITs. Functions independently and assist the practitioner in endoscopic procedures, such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGO), colonoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), and endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). Also functions independently with other procedures such as Pill Cam, Fine Needle Aspirations, liver biopsies, paracentesis, banding varices, enteroscopy, endoscopic mucosal resections, stent placement, PEG tube placement, and other complex procedures. Ensure proper performance of equipment prior to procedures, set up equipment, and reprocess endoscopic reusable medical equipment (RME). Plans and discusses each procedure with the GI team and assures that all supplies and equipment are available prior to the start of the GI procedure. Assists that provider by performing such procedures as obtaining specimen, cytology, injecting solutions, and suctioning. Correctly obtains, handles, labels, and submits specimen. Ensure supplies are all reviewed weekly, tracked, and replaced when necessary (kept at Par levels), with daily collaboration with the Logistics team. Practices principles of sterile and aseptic techniques, preparing instruments independently and without direct supervision. Utilizes universal precautions and follows all infection control policies and procedures when handing specimens, supplies, and equipment. Follows all Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) protocols for high-level disinfection. Observes, identifies, and corrects a break in procedure and/ or technique by any member of the GI Endoscopy Team. Identifies and/or takes action to correct actual or potential safety hazards concerning infection control, emergent malfunctions. Ensures MIT can identify and take appropriate action to correct safety hazards. Meets the needs of customers while supporting VA missions and ensures MIT staff complies. Ensure that self and MIT staff consistently communicate and treat customers (Veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff) in a courteous, tactful and respectful manner. Ensure that self and MIT staff provide the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures and handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately. Follows and monitors goals for Life Safety Management, health, and environment procedures that align with governing bodies. Reports safety hazards, accidents, and injuries. Follows, monitors, and reviews hazardous materials/Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)/waste management, fire protection, and follows emergency preparedness plan. Follows and monitors security policies/procedures. Complies with federal, state, and local environmental and other requirements preventing pollution, minimizing waste, and conserving cultural and natural resources. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 6:30am-3:00pm, 7:30-4:00pm, 8:00am-4:30pm and on call during WHEN hours. (Subject to change based on the needs of the facility.) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 629-01511-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. 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 consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether 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.