USAJOBS · 3 hours ago
Training Specialist - Environmental Management Service
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$53K/yr - $84K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Training Specialist for the Department of Veterans Affairs at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center. The role involves providing training related to major environmental management programs, ensuring compliance with healthcare environmental services, and developing comprehensive training courses and materials.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Gathers relevant information, analyzes pertinent data, develops findings, and makes recommendations that are largely modeled on precedents
Coordinates EMS training activities related to assignments and projects to develop and implement training courses or course materials. Maintains liaison with training program instructors and training specialists to obtain information for projects and activities. Coordinates training-related meetings and the gathering of information for specific analyses and tests
Develops comprehensive training courses and modalities on all aspects of healthcare environmental services. Maintains an updated library of training materials, educational curricula, and the Environmental Care procedure manual
Conducts literature-based research on emerging pathogens, technology, theories, infection control policies, and best practices to stay abreast of cutting-edge professional developments. Adapts this information in the maintenance of the curriculum. Updates coursework continuously to maintain pace with industry developments
Trains employees within EMS, and provides instruction, and modifies course content with an emphasis on biological cleanliness and infection control. Serves as a participant in the Compensated Work Therapy (CWT) Program collaborating and working with others, such as Nursing Assistants throughout the hospital and clinics on activities related to environmental sanitation
Other related duties as assigned
Serves as a Training Specialist providing on-going training service and instruction for EMS's Training Program. Performs regular assignments related to training course development, delivery, modification, and evaluation. Conducts various training-related studies and analysis and coordination activities
Evaluates relevant research findings and incorporate them into EMS-related educational initiatives in a manner that promotes the use of evidence-based practices
Work will be performed in areas of instruction for multiple types of classes that are focused on facility needs for training and education, such as leadership, New Employee Orientation (NEO), standard operating procedures (SOP), Talent Management System (TMS), etc
Validates overall training effectiveness and quality assurance. Completes Environmental Management quality assurance studies to monitor employee competency and monitors completed and deficient training and educational comprehension reviews. Investigates and analyzes adverse quality trends or conditions and recommends corrective action to prevent errors and eliminate ineffective work practices
Makes necessary modifications to training courses and recommends modifications for well-established programs. Obtains and adapts as needed, instructional materials as needed
Identifies and recommends to EMS management core knowledge requirements for sanitation and waste management policy and procedures
Other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education
Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment
A driver's license in the State or Territory in which assigned is required
Candidates must pass a Federal service driving test and/or complete any related requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements
Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR) for Training Specialist Series (1712): An IOR is a basic requirement that must be met in order to qualify for entry into this job series, and cannot be waived
Education must be accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained
Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- education or a subject area related to the position to be filled
Specialized Experience (for positions above GS-5): Experience that demonstrated a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction
GS-7 Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-5
GS-9 Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-7
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Company
USAJOBS
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