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The incumbent demonstrates the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the following duties within the scope of Respiratory Care. A Respiratory Therapist may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. Essential functions may change from time to time to reflect the current trends within the field of respiratory therapy, and to meet the cardio-pulmonary needs of the patients served.
02/23/2024 to 06/28/2024
$68,489 - $120,137 per year
GS 7 - 11
2 vacancies in the following location:
No
No
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
11
No
Yes
CBTA-12330934-24-GGB
778313000
Collection of Diagnostic Information
Pulmonary Function Technology
1. Perform basic spirometry, including adequate coaching, recognition of improperly performed maneuvers, corrective actions, and interpretation of test results.
Invasive Diagnostic Procedures
1. Identify and distinguish the indications, contraindications, and general hazards,
complications in preparation, performance, and post care of bronchoscopic procedures.
2. Describe the role of a respiratory therapist in diagnostic bronchoscopy procedures.
3. Monitor and evaluate the patient's clinical condition with pulse oximetry, electrocardiogram, exhaled gas analysis, and other related diagnostic devices.
4. Perform arterial sampling for blood analysis.
Disease Management
Management of Chronic Diseases
1. Understand the etiology, anatomy, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases (e.g., asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and comorbidities.
2. Communicate and educate to empower and engage patients.
3. Assist in developing, administering, and re-evaluation of patient care plans.
Management of Acute Diseases
1. Develop, administer, evaluate, and modify respiratory care plans in the acute-care setting, using evidence-based medicine, protocols, and clinical practice guidelines.
2. Communicate and educate to empower and engage patients.
3. Develop, administer, and re-evaluate patient care plans. Area III: Evidence-Based Medicine and Respiratory Care Protocols
Evidence-Based Medicine
1. Retrieve credible sources of evidence.
2. Apply evidence-based medicine to clinical practice.
Respiratory Care Protocols
1. Explain the use of evidence-based medicine in the development and application of hospital- based respiratory care protocols.
2. Evaluate and treat patients in a variety of settings, using the appropriate respiratory care protocols.
Patient Assessment
1. Complete the assessment through direct contact, chart review, and other means as appropriate and share the information with healthcare team members.
2. Obtain medical, surgical, and family history.
3. Obtain social, behavioral, and occupational history, and other historical
information incident to the purpose of the current complaint.
Diagnostic Data
1. Review and interpret pulmonary function studies (spirometry) and pulse oximetry.
2. Review and interpret arterial blood gases, electrolytes, complete blood cell count, and related laboratory tests.
Physical Examination
1. Inspect the chest and extremities to detect deformation, cyanosis, edema, clubbing, and other anomalies.
2. Measure vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate).
3. Evaluate patient breathing effort, ventilatory pattern, and use of accessory muscles.
4. Measure and document oxygen saturation with oximetry under all appropriate conditions (with or without oxygen at rest and during sleep, ambulation, or exercise).
Leadership
A. Knowledge of advanced practice skills in all aspects of respiratory care
B. Ability to communicate orally and in writing at varying levels, both internal and external to the organization
C. Skill in communicating data, policies, and regulations.
D. Ability to develop resource material.
E. Skill in the development of and implementation of appropriate standards of care for Respiratory Care
F. Serves as liaison between the department and its clinical consumers (i.e., nursing service, administration, and other support services).
G. Advise leadership on policy implications, key issues, relationships to both internal and external interest groups and recommended course of action.
H. Maintain interdepartmental relations with other services to accomplish medical center goals.
I. Coordinate and negotiate resolutions to complex problems and report progress and resolution of problems in achieving goals and objectives to higher levels of management.
Emergency and Critical Care
1. Perform basic life support (BLS), advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) according to American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.
2. Maintain knowledge and skills necessary to retain certification as per associated guidelines as stated above.
The above list is not all inclusive
Work Schedule: Night shifts
Telework: No
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
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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: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
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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.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
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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 and/or 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.
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 11:59 PM (ET) on 06/28/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12330934.
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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.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/778313000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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