Job Description
You will serve as Health Technician (AT Tech) with the VA Puget Sound Health Care System providing care and rehabilitation to those veterans who are post stroke, post amputation or who are suffering from degenerative neurologic diagnoses or other medical conditions. The purpose of the assertive technology technician is to provide the assistive technology in the areas of computer, smart phone, equipment, mobility and adaptive assistive technology interventions to accomplish the service goals.
Qualifications:To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
You may qualify based on your experience as described below:
GS-07 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-06 grade level in the federal service); 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. Specialized experience includes: experience with wheelchairs (power or manual), assistive technology, adaptive equipment, experience working with patients in a rehabilitation clinic; experience providing customer service/patient care in a related field.
OR,
Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have one year Graduate education with courses directly related to the work of the position. (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED)
OR,
Combination of Education and Specialized Experience: An equivalent combination of successfully completed post-high school education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience, as described above, which meet the total qualification requirements for this grade level. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business or technical school, junior college, college or university for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.
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.
Qualifications:To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
You may qualify based on your experience as described below:
GS-07 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-06 grade level in the federal service); 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. Specialized experience includes: experience with wheelchairs (power or manual), assistive technology, adaptive equipment, experience working with patients in a rehabilitation clinic; experience providing customer service/patient care in a related field.
OR,
Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have one year Graduate education with courses directly related to the work of the position. (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED)
OR,
Combination of Education and Specialized Experience: An equivalent combination of successfully completed post-high school education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience, as described above, which meet the total qualification requirements for this grade level. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business or technical school, junior college, college or university for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.
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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Health Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Technician Jobs sector. This role in Seattle offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Technician Jobs is a plus.