Health Technician

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Campbell, TN

8h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located within the General Surgery Clinic at Blanchfield Army Community Hospital in Fort Campbell, Tennessee. Working hours are 0730-1600 Monday - Friday. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• This position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
• This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
• All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random drug testing, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds may be required.
• This position has mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire).
• Immunization screening is required.
• Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact.
• Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• This position requires the incumbent to have tuberculosis testing.
• This position requires that you obtain and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
• This position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.
• This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations, the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• US Citizens
• One year of specialized experience which includes providing clerical support within a medical treatment facility or clinic; assisting with patient triage and initial screenings; and scheduling medical appointments for patients.
• Four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects directly related to the position, such as Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant, Health Technician, Health Science, or Health Services.
• A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Performs nonprofessional nursing care and receptionist duties associated with patient care and treatment in a medical treatment facility.
• Welcomes and screens in-person visitors and phone callers to determine their needs and direct them to the correct services.
• Obtains and documents patient history, symptoms, and current medications in the health record.
• Takes and records blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature, height and weight.
• Serves as a chaperone for physical exams.
• Assists health care providers with various examinations and diagnostic procedures.
• Coordinates and schedules specialty care and referral appointments for patients based on provider directives.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Learn more about federal benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level