Total 38 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Jackson, Mississippi

If you are not a current, permanent VA employee or Federal employee from another agency, you should apply to announcement # CBST-12590995-25-DAY. This is a RE-ADVERTISEMENT of Announcement Number: CBST-12508484-24-CG. Applicants that have previously applied NEED to re-apply to this announcement.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• All surgical, autopsy and biopsy specimens are submitted to the Histopathology Department where the incumbent records and prepares the specimens for gross examination by the pathologist.
• Must recognize and identify as to type and origin, pieces of wet tissue and to select those which will demonstrate the lesion known or suspected to be present.
• Will correctly and appropriately describe surgical specimens, grossly sectioning them if necessary, and submitting them, entirely if small enough or representative portions of common specimens, for routine histopathological processing.
• Incumbent coverslips slides using mounting medium.
• The incumbent prepares such complicated specimens as minute biopsies obtained by bronchoscopy, esophagoscopy, cystoscopy, peritoneoscopy and mediastinoscopy.
• Incumbent must apply to the total procedure the comprehensive knowledge necessary to recognize significant deviations in test patterns and, when applicable, recommend additional and/or new tests.
• Assists pathologist with post-mortem examinations.
• Must keep records of processed work in an orderly manner, which will allow accessed work to be easily retrievable.
• Maintains and calibrates the equipment necessary for the processing, preparation and staining of tissue specimens.
• Maintains and affixes labels designating chemical hazards, stores, and categorizes chemicals received into inventory.
• Incumbent is responsible for maintaining inventories of supplies and reagents and preparing and using the most cost-effective methods of providing such supplies and reagents for use within the department.
• The incumbent cuts, stains and mounts for immediate examination by the pathologist while the surgeon waits for the report.
• Incumbent prepares fresh stain and selects and obtains the control tissues.
• At times the incumbent must assume the responsibility of introducing a new stain, mastering the technique and/or experimenting with the method to produce a satisfactory result.
• Incumbent will research, investigate, and implement complicated immunohistochemical stains and introduce their utilization, at the direction of the pathologists, to the armamentarium of the facility's pathology department.
• Incumbent's responsibilities include the receiving of specimens for diagnostic cytology and cytology processing.
• Works with the pathologist to present to the Chief P&LMS, future plans for attainment of goals of this section regarding personnel, supplies and equipment.
• Assists medical photographer with preparation of tissues for photographic study. In the absence of the medical photographer, incumbent may perform the duties of photographing of gross and microscopic tissues.
• Technician must be able to assist in the preparation and performance of autopsies and be knowledgeable to instruct Medical Technicians in the performance of their required duties.

Current permanent VA employees and Federal employees from other federal agencies should apply under announcement # CBST-12590996-25-DAY. This is a RE-ADVERTISEMENT of Announcement Number: CBST-12508484-24-CG. Applicants that have previously applied NEED to re-apply to this announcement.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• All surgical, autopsy and biopsy specimens are submitted to the Histopathology Department where the incumbent records and prepares the specimens for gross examination by the pathologist.
• Must recognize and identify as to type and origin, pieces of wet tissue and to select those which will demonstrate the lesion known or suspected to be present.
• Will correctly and appropriately describe surgical specimens, grossly sectioning them if necessary, and submitting them, entirely if small enough or representative portions of common specimens, for routine histopathological processing.
• Incumbent coverslips slides using mounting medium.
• The incumbent prepares such complicated specimens as minute biopsies obtained by bronchoscopy, esophagoscopy, cystoscopy, peritoneoscopy and mediastinoscopy.
• Incumbent must apply to the total procedure the comprehensive knowledge necessary to recognize significant deviations in test patterns and, when applicable, recommend additional and/or new tests.
• Assists pathologist with post-mortem examinations.
• Must keep records of processed work in an orderly manner, which will allow accessed work to be easily retrievable.
• Maintains and calibrates the equipment necessary for the processing, preparation and staining of tissue specimens.
• Maintains and affixes labels designating chemical hazards, stores, and categorizes chemicals received into inventory.
• Incumbent is responsible for maintaining inventories of supplies and reagents and preparing and using the most cost-effective methods of providing such supplies and reagents for use within the department.
• The incumbent cuts, stains and mounts for immediate examination by the pathologist while the surgeon waits for the report.
• Incumbent prepares fresh stain and selects and obtains the control tissues.
• At times the incumbent must assume the responsibility of introducing a new stain, mastering the technique and/or experimenting with the method to produce a satisfactory result.
• Incumbent will research, investigate, and implement complicated immunohistochemical stains and introduce their utilization, at the direction of the pathologists, to the armamentarium of the facility's pathology department.
• Incumbent's responsibilities include the receiving of specimens for diagnostic cytology and cytology processing.
• Works with the pathologist to present to the Chief P&LMS, future plans for attainment of goals of this section regarding personnel, supplies and equipment.
• Assists medical photographer with preparation of tissues for photographic study. In the absence of the medical photographer, incumbent may perform the duties of photographing of gross and microscopic tissues.
• Technician must be able to assist in the preparation and performance of autopsies and be knowledgeable to instruct Medical Technicians in the performance of their required duties.

• Develops and implements plans, operating procedures and policies to improve and enhance public communication efforts.
• Develops and disseminates management reports.
• Establishes and maintains contact with high level officials such as the White House, agencies of the Executive Branch, Members of Congress and their staffs, officials in State and local governments and individuals in private industry.
• Creates interpretive content for social media accounts, including official internal and external blogs, Twitter accounts, Facebook pages, YouTube channels, Flickr accounts, and other third-party sites to educate and inspire.
• Initiates and develops liaison with representatives of newspapers, magazines and other news ·media to assess media needs in understanding and conveying to the public the relevance and impact of agency research.
• Serves as a key member of a designated teams during emergencies or critical operations, managing emergency communications at both local and regional levels.
• Provides public relations, stakeholder, Congressional relations, voluntary service, and patient advocate program oversight.
• Oversees development of various initiatives to include training and integration into applicable systems.
• Develops and reviews emergency operations.
• Writes or supervises the writing of speeches and talking points for special events hosted on and off the health care system.
• Develops, coordinates and provides oversight for various high level briefings.
• Provides briefing for all employees before each media interview and is directly responsible for managing all media representatives.
• Responsible for the production of the employee newsletter, patient newsletter, and annual report.
• Develops and maintains interactive internet and intranet website

The Transportation Assistant will serve as a primary contact for Veterans, doctors, nurses and administrative staff to arrange travel for eligible Veterans to appointments and residence when appropriate, using laws and regulations to distinguish/ensure reimbursements are legitimate or if fraudulent activity is being conducted by the beneficiary. The Transportation Assistant must also possess some knowledge of clinical services, related software, and programs as they relate to computing and office automation.
Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Independently manages the Beneficiary Travel Program.
• Correctly determines eligibility for the Beneficiary Travel Program and process requests.
• Correctly determines which of several fund control points to utilize.
• Maintaining manual and electronic accounting records.
• Responsible for determining method of payment for authorized and unauthorized ambulance claims submitted for consideration.
• Reconciling vouchers against authorizations for accuracy prior to preparing certifications for payment.
• Receiving invoices for payment of transportation services and submitting documents for payment.
• Assisting fellow team members during peak workload times and when there are staffing shortages.
• Assigned to different work areas to maximize customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Performs a variety of clerical, administrative and technical duties/responsibilities in support of the ADPCD with the intent of accomplishing the administrative requirements for the service.
• Assists in the development of internal administrative standard operating procedures by researching prior publications, regulations, and recommending new policies and/or changes.
• Interprets such material and determines the extent to which the organization is affected and advises operating officials.
• Maintains control of action correspondence; performs follow-up action to ensure timely reply/action.
• Receives and logs outgoing correspondence, reviewing it for correct format, punctuation, spelling, grammatical accuracy, factual correctness, enclosures, dates, signatures, complete addresses, etc.
• Formulates and recommends changes in administrative policies/procedures with a view toward obtaining maximum effectiveness in the coordination and control of recurring reports.
• Assists in resolving administrative problems by researching office files, historical data, etc.; withdrawing material for use in preparation of typed material and/or furnishes administrative advice on the adequacy and feasibility of proposals and recommendations.
• Maintains a continual accumulation of all types of data for use in preparation of a variety of reports.
• Compiles and prepares a wide variety of continuing or one-time special statistical and narrative reports from records maintained.
• Identifies and recommends performance indicators/goals such as performance awards, leave, equal employment opportunity, suggestions, value engineering, etc.
• Effectively enhances the ability of the office to support overall mission requirements through developing methods for automating administrative data collection requirements and reports considering the interrelationships of reports and multiple uses of data.
• Coordinates with staff administrative officer on personnel management matters and with other staff organizations on various administrative activities to obtain information for accomplishment of own assignments or to provide to others.
• Collaborates with other PENTAD Program Specialist to ensure minimal requirements of executive support are maintained through covering equivalent administrative duties to ensure executive-level support during teammate vacancies.

Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

Medical Support Assistant: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-MSA-VA-Career-Flyer.pdf

The Medical Support Assistant works at the Biloxi VAMC Office of Community Care. The duties of the Medical Support Assistant may include but are not limited to:

• Participates in team huddles to manage, plan, problem solve, and follow-up with Veteran care by sharing information and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team;
• Identifies incomplete authorizations and communicates with OCC team and PACT providers;
• Monitors pre-appointment information and/or requirements to assure readiness for patient visit/procedure;
• Informs team members about shared patients (i.e. those who receive their care at multiple VA centers or those who receive care in the community;
• Interpreting and verifying provider orders in accordance with VHA national scheduling guidelines;
• Answers and responds to incoming calls;
• Schedules, cancels, re-schedules patient appointments and/or consults;
• Screens new consults for OCC for eligibility, specialty service requested duplication, and appropriateness of sending patients to community provider;
• Ensures that veteran appointments are made with other VA facility, contract site, or community providers of Veteran's choice as appropriate;
• Uses automated tracking tools as well as computers to perform a wide variety of recordkeeping, correspondence, tracking operations is required;
• Educates providers and team members about patient's medical care by e-mails, fax, telephone and scanning medical documentation into Veterans' electronic medical records;
• Supports the maintenance of electronic databases to track OCC consults;
• Demonstrates a high level of flexibility, teamwork, and multi-faceted skills by cross-training to other areas within OCC to provide coverage as needed.

**If you are a current, permanent VA Nationwide employees and Federal employees of other Agencies, you should apply to CBST-12604066-25-RC**

Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

Duties of the Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound) include, but are not limited to the following:

• Advises radiologists or referring physician of significant abnormalities that would require their immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing examination.
• Performs ultrasound examinations of the abdomen, neck, chest, and extremities, retro- peritoneal space for the purpose of acquiring high quality examinations that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders.
• Participates in the training of physicians, students, and radiology technologist so that these individuals may acquire understanding of the principles of ultrasound and how it relates to other diagnostic exams.
• Performs routine clerical procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate ultrasound records so that easy recall patient examinations may be achieved. This requires maintaining a diagnostic log, patient schedule log, and procedure log, editing and when necessary, registering patients in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Makes multiple simultaneous settings and adjustments in operation of equipment to insure accurate results. Based on radiologic findings, determines necessary ultrasonic procedures to yield definitive diagnostic findings. Reviews new developments in the field and recommends to supervisor those that would improve the operation of the section.
• Maintains adequate supplies so that examinations are not delayed due to the lack of necessary equipment and supplies.
• Develops and maintains patient prep procedures so that patients and wards understand the proper preparations for ultrasound examinations in an effort to minimize delays of examinations. These preps are disseminated either by written preparation information or by telephone conversation.
• Explains examinations to be performed to the patients so that an understanding of the purpose of the study as well do any requirements of the patients is thoroughly understood. This is done so that an adequate ultrasound study may be obtained in an effort to get diagnostic examinations for the purpose of treatment and diagnosis of disorders.
• Gathers related information such as electronic medical record in CPRS, previous imaging exams out of Vista imaging so that correlation of examinations to other studies may be made by the radiologist in diagnosis and recommendation of treatment for medical disorders.
• Distributes ultrasound examinations and related information to the radiologist responsible for the interpretation often exams.
• This is done so that treatment based on diagnosis may be effectuated in a timely manner.
• Assists quality assurance technologists in performing quality assurance testing on the ultrasound unit using phantoms, test tools, test check lists, etc. for the purpose of assuring peak performance of the ultrasound equipment.
• Maintains records of the quality assurance testing so that easy reference is available should servicing be necessary on a weekly basis.
• Performs or supervises routine housekeeping duties to assure that the ultrasound area is clean and sanitary. This is done so that when sterile procedures are required in the ultrasound area, there is minimal possibility of cross contamination due to unsanitary conditions.

**If you are not a current, permanent VA Nationwide employees and Federal employees of other Agencies, you should apply to CBST-12601638-25-RC**

Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

Duties of the Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound) include, but are not limited to the following:

• Advises radiologists or referring physician of significant abnormalities that would require their immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing examination.
• Performs ultrasound examinations of the abdomen, neck, chest, and extremities, retro- peritoneal space for the purpose of acquiring high quality examinations that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders.
• Participates in the training of physicians, students, and radiology technologist so that these individuals may acquire understanding of the principles of ultrasound and how it relates to other diagnostic exams.
• Performs routine clerical procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate ultrasound records so that easy recall patient examinations may be achieved. This requires maintaining a diagnostic log, patient schedule log, and procedure log, editing and when necessary, registering patients in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Makes multiple simultaneous settings and adjustments in operation of equipment to insure accurate results. Based on radiologic findings, determines necessary ultrasonic procedures to yield definitive diagnostic findings. Reviews new developments in the field and recommends to supervisor those that would improve the operation of the section.
• Maintains adequate supplies so that examinations are not delayed due to the lack of necessary equipment and supplies.
• Develops and maintains patient prep procedures so that patients and wards understand the proper preparations for ultrasound examinations in an effort to minimize delays of examinations. These preps are disseminated either by written preparation information or by telephone conversation.
• Explains examinations to be performed to the patients so that an understanding of the purpose of the study as well do any requirements of the patients is thoroughly understood. This is done so that an adequate ultrasound study may be obtained in an effort to get diagnostic examinations for the purpose of treatment and diagnosis of disorders.
• Gathers related information such as electronic medical record in CPRS, previous imaging exams out of Vista imaging so that correlation of examinations to other studies may be made by the radiologist in diagnosis and recommendation of treatment for medical disorders.
• Distributes ultrasound examinations and related information to the radiologist responsible for the interpretation often exams.
• This is done so that treatment based on diagnosis may be effectuated in a timely manner.
• Assists quality assurance technologists in performing quality assurance testing on the ultrasound unit using phantoms, test tools, test check lists, etc. for the purpose of assuring peak performance of the ultrasound equipment.
• Maintains records of the quality assurance testing so that easy reference is available should servicing be necessary on a weekly basis.
• Performs or supervises routine housekeeping duties to assure that the ultrasound area is clean and sanitary. This is done so that when sterile procedures are required in the ultrasound area, there is minimal possibility of cross contamination due to unsanitary conditions.

Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

Medical Technologist: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Medical-Technologist-Career-Flyer.pdf

If you are not a current, permanent VA employee or Federal employee from another agency, you should apply to CBST-12589489-25-KS.

Major Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including all testing and tasks of the medical laboratory technician occupation. In addition, performs advanced and complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.
• Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis taking into account physiologic processes and requirements.
• Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment. Uses, calibrates, identifies malfunctions, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment. Diagnoses deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction.
• Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement.
• Adheres to practices and regulations governing biohazardous/personal safety and biohazardous/personal security in the workplace.
• Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions.
• Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors, which influence test results. Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures.
• Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge. Interprets findings and makes recommendations.
• Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member. Provides excellent service as defined by the customer (healthcare providers, patients, and others). Gives direction and guidance using underlying principles of laboratory testing.
• Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines.

Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf

Medical Technologist: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Medical-Technologist-Career-Flyer.pdf

If you are a current, permanent VA employee or Federal employee from another agency, you should apply to CBST-12589488-25-KS.

Major Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including all testing and tasks of the medical laboratory technician occupation. In addition, performs advanced and complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.
• Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis taking into account physiologic processes and requirements.
• Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment. Uses, calibrates, identifies malfunctions, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment. Diagnoses deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction.
• Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement.
• Adheres to practices and regulations governing biohazardous/personal safety and biohazardous/personal security in the workplace.
• Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions.
• Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors, which influence test results. Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures.
• Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge. Interprets findings and makes recommendations.
• Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member. Provides excellent service as defined by the customer (healthcare providers, patients, and others). Gives direction and guidance using underlying principles of laboratory testing.
• Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines.

• Collaborating with services, internal and external to the VA, to facilitate care transition to effectively meet the patient's needs
• Providing patient and family health education
• Working in partnership with assigned provider and panel of patients for effective disease and chronic care management
• Reviewing outstanding consult list daily and assisting with scheduling as needed
• Following up on care in community consults
• Promoting Veteran Health Promotion and Disease Prevention guidelines

• Conduct onsite assistance visits as clinical resource to staff to assess compliance with infection control policies and provide education, as necessary.
• Evaluate and design infection control interventions to meet requirements ensuring regulatory compliance at all levels to reduce the risk of infection to patients and health care personnel.
• Research and provide education regarding the complex issues surrounding the safe provision of health care for patients with blood borne pathogens/infectious diseases.
• Conduct risk assessments, incorporating local and regional geographical/population risks, as well as assessments for specific areas or situations.
• Evaluate and investigate incident reports about clinical disease processes, medical treatment, applicable laws and clinic program goals and practices.

Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf
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This Medical Support Assistant (Advanced), also referred to as an Advanced Medical Support Assistant (AMSA) position serves as a Consult Coordinator for Community Care. The AMSA works collaboratively with other members of expanded health care teams (i.e., Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT), specialty care) including Community Care providers, pharmacists, social workers, dieticians, behavioral health staff, etc. to provide a robust interdisciplinary approach to care. Important interfaces and collaborations also occur with larger health care system providers including VA and non-VA specialists, hospitals, diagnostic and treating facilities, and community-based programs.

The primary duties of the Medical Support Assistant (Advanced) may include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining appointment schedules for Community Care.
• Communicating with Community Care providers to ensure they accept VA patients and payments.
• Preparing any required pre-appointment documents.
• Scheduling the appropriate level of care and documents the schedule in the appropriate consult.
• Obtaining medical documentation from community providers.
• Scanning the appropriate consult within the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) and alerts VA providers for continuity of care.
• Coordinating internal and external care between customers and providers.
• Processing consults following Office of Community Care procedures and guidelines and enters appropriate authorizations, if required, utilizing the correct Fund Control Point (FCP)/Obligation number and correct cost estimations.
• Supporting patient safety standards using the correct Veterans Affairs identification of all patients using two forms of identification, name and Social Security Number.
• Using each interaction with the patient to validate and update patient demographic information, over the phone, to decrease the incidence of returned mail due to incorrect addresses and inability to contact patient by phone due to incorrect number.
• Collecting, scanning, and updating health insurance information.
• Scheduling Veteran appointments with community providers using VistA or other software scheduling options.
• Using established business rules to schedule appointment for Veterans which includes clinic visits, consultations, and entries into the Recall Reminder system and Electronic Wait List (EWL).
• Complying with the mandatory training requirements for the outpatient scheduling processes.
• Ensuring all appointments are scheduled timely and the provider and patient's desired dates are met.
• Consistently communicates and treats customers (patients, visitors, volunteers, and all Medical Center staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner.
• Providing the customers with consistent information according to established policies and procedures.
• Handling conflicts and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately.

• Assists the care lines and different services in the development of policies and procedures for workload management
• Develops, adapts, and implements policies and plans to support the mission of agency program.
• Directs in orienting and advising physicians, residents, on regulations, policies, and procedures of agency program matters
• Collaborates with others for transportation workload forecasting, scheduling design, procedure development, and quality improvement implementation.
• Manages program operations to identify and define requirements for the use of automated systems when dispatching and routing drivers.
• Maintains contact with clinical personnel and other staff in various clinic settings to resolve delays and misunderstandings in the medical administrative aspects of providing medical care.
• Investigates patient complaints on travel eligibility issues and prepares written responses.
• Assures staff make the appropriate eligibility determinations for transportation and beneficiary travel reimbursements for healthcare visits
• Performs training for staff on a variety of transportation management and patient related software
• Establish in-depth training to ensure that other identified Medical Center staff are educated and accountable for data management
• Promotes the enhancement and facilitation of access to transportation services, including the integration and coordination of services.
• Monitors for accurate, timely, and consistent information is entered in the Medical Center's database.
• Initiates presentations and attends meetings with a variety of groups, organizations, boards, and committees related to passenger transportation to promote coordination.

• Performs assigned duties and provides necessary services to authorized patrons, including general information and support of recreation and fitness programs.
• Provides information concerning facilities and operation.
• Ensures adherence to regulations, safety and security procedures.
• Assists in maintaining routine reports and/or performs clerical, custodial and/or general maintenance duties.
• Performs numerous functions in support of recreation and fitness program delivery to include inventory control, equipment inspection, restocking, point of sale system operation and cash handling.
• Operates a cash register, Point of Sale (POS) system, processes product or service transactions including equipment loan, rentals, resale, and program registration; receives payments and makes change.
• Greets patrons in person, answers the telephone, takes messages, handles customer requests, makes referrals to the appropriate staff member.
• Adheres to NAVMED P-5010 sanitation requirements.
• Provides support for recreation event set up and break down.