Health Aid
Provides holistic in-patient care to Veterans in a manner conducive to the comfort and safety of those in the facility hospital units, living centers and/or household. Educates, role models, and assists patients and families in adhering to infection control principles throughout the facility. Utilizes specialized equipment such as wheelchairs and Stryker wheelchairs according to Safe Patient Handling and Movement Policy. Establishes and promotes effective interpersonal relationships and communications with patient's, families and others. Establishes and promotes effective working relationships with other employees on the treatment team. Responds to patient's family members', visitors,' and co-workers' requests for assistance promptly and in a friendly cooperative manner. Listens to all customer feedback and acts to resolve complaints within his/her control, and reports to Guide/immediate supervisor in a timely manner. Respects patients' rights, e.g. maintains privacy, confidentiality, and self-determination. Safeguards sensitive patient/resident information. Assists with inventory management and ordering of supplies for the COVID screening area at the Erie VAMC and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics' entrances. Adheres to established techniques and procedures. Performs temperature checks on all staff members, volunteers, Veterans, and visitors entering the Erie VA Medical Center and Community-Based Outpatient Clinics. Speaks clearly and effectively when asking all individuals COVID-19 screening questions. Work Schedule:
Various tours and shifts including nights and weekends (This is a Part Time position. The length of this position is Not To Exceed 1 year.) Salary:
Salary listed in this announcement is based on 40 hours per week, the actually salary of this position is pro-rated based on the amount of hours worked per week. Position Description Title/PD#:
Health Aid/ 99917-A Physical Requirements:
Duties require extensive periods of standing and walking. Working with residents requires regular and recurring bending, lifting (not to exceed 35 pounds), reaching, carrying, stooping, stretching and similar activities. Promotion Potential:
The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-2 grade level:
3 Months of general experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. GS-3 grade level:
6 Months of general experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. General experience includes:
(l) Any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation. OR Applicants may substitute education for the experience required for the GS-3 level. OR Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at the GS-3 level. To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 60 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-XX. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Various tours and shifts including nights and weekends (This is a Part Time position. The length of this position is Not To Exceed 1 year.) Salary:
Salary listed in this announcement is based on 40 hours per week, the actually salary of this position is pro-rated based on the amount of hours worked per week. Position Description Title/PD#:
Health Aid/ 99917-A Physical Requirements:
Duties require extensive periods of standing and walking. Working with residents requires regular and recurring bending, lifting (not to exceed 35 pounds), reaching, carrying, stooping, stretching and similar activities. Promotion Potential:
The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-2 grade level:
3 Months of general experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. GS-3 grade level:
6 Months of general experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. General experience includes:
(l) Any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation. OR Applicants may substitute education for the experience required for the GS-3 level. OR Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at the GS-3 level. To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 60 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-XX. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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.
- Department:
0640 Health Aid And Technician - Salary Range:
$25,479 to $36,183 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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