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Health Technician - Audiology at Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration in Pocatello, Idaho, United States Job Description Summary The Health Technician Audiology (HTA) works under the supervision of the Chief & Assistant Chief of Audiology & Speech Pathology. They are responsible for planning and carrying out assignments, resolving most of the conflicts that arise, coordinating the work with others as necessary and interpreting policy on own initiative in terms of established objectives. The duties and responsibilities are carried out in all clinical and other patient care areas involved with the Audiology service. Responsibilities This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until January 19, 2026. The initial cutoff date for referral of eligible applications will be October 31, 2025. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as needed basis until positions are filled. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Instruct and counsel on hearing loss or hearing aids either on an individual basis or in a group setting Conduct hearing pass/fail screenings without interpretation Take earmold impressions Troubleshoot and repair hearing aid Provide basic hearing aid information for patients and caregivers Perform listening checks on hearing aids Pair hearing aids and accessories via Bluetooth technology Program previously stored settings into hearing aids Activate remote controls Manage office supplies Track loaner stock hearing aid inventory Verify orders upon arrival to ensure components are present and working correctly Place RTC orders for appointments Package and mailing hearing aids and accessories Process ROES transactions (e.g., certifying and issuing hearing aids, entering orders and repairs) Respond to routine inquiries from patients, including determining nature of hearing aid inquiry and responding to administrative questions Assist patients, visitors, and other requesting information Management of infection control, patient safety, and clinical supplies for the audiology clinic Maintenance of lean, disinfected instrumentation, equipment, and work surfaces in the Audiology clinic Work Schedule: 8AM-4:30PM Monday-Friday Recruitment Incentive (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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. 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 $144,000 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 health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 54939-0, 54940-0, 54941-0 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements 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. 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 (Effective May 7, 2025, driver’s licenses or state-issued dentification 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. Qualifications 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: HTA, HTSLP or HTASLP candidates must be proficient in spoken & written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. ? 7403 (f). Experience and/or Education: Must have six months of experience comparable to the next lower level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills & abilities related to the duties of the position to be filled. OR Successful completion of two academic years above high school leading to an associate degree or a bachelor’s degree with at least 12 semester hours in courses related to the position. OR Have an equivalent combination of experience & education. An example of a combination of experience/education is three months of experience comparable to the next lower level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills & abilities related to the duties of the position to be filled & one year above high school with a minimum of 6 semester hours related to the health care industry. 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). Grandfathering Provision: All individuals employed in VHA in this occupational series or in another occupational series performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on 05/13/2021 are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/trademark/registration/certification. Grade Determinations: GS-4 Experience: None beyond the basic requirements. Assignment: Entry level developmental position. The HTA at this level works independently under the direction of a licensed audiologist. The assignment includes but is not limited to assisting the audiologist with patient assessment & treatment. Adheres to the audiology clinic policy & standard operating procedures for infection control & cleaning, sterilization & disposition of reusable medical equipment (RME). Maintains a comprehensive supply & equipment tracking system to include monitoring stock of RME & consumable items; ensuring proper inventory levels to complete the daily tasks; prioritizing the acquisition of all supplies & equipment with regard to date of expiration; maintaining proper levels of mailing/shipping sup To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account