Health Technician (Chiropractic)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Hood, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Fort Hood, Texas. The Health Technician supports chiropractic clinic operations by assisting with patient intake and treatment, maintaining supplies and equipment, obtaining patient records and test results, coordinating equipment training, and performing administrative activities as assigned by the chiropractor. A recruitment or relocation incentive, salary negotiation for candidates new to Federal service, and student loan repayment may be authorized.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience performing chiropractic intake, including taking vital signs; assisting chiropractors with basic treatment modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat/cold, and hydrotherapy; coordinating patient flow, appointment scheduling, and/or referrals; and maintaining chiropractic equipment and supplies.
• Alternatively, a 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 Health Sciences, Human Biology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Pre-Chiropractic programs.
• A combination of education and experience may qualify if the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
• Consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption; immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunization proof may be required depending on the position.
• Tuberculosis testing and a pre-placement medical examination are required.
• Moderate to heavy lifting of up to 40 pounds is required.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• A background investigation and personnel security investigation are required; appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.

Responsibilities

• Initiate new-patient intake by taking and recording vital signs and assembling a patient record with the appropriate forms.
• Provide treatments and procedures such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat, cold, and hydrotherapy, and document them in the patient record.
• Maintain adequate supplies of hot packs, ice packs, towels, ultrasound gel, water in the hydro-collator, table paper, brochures, and other supplies.
• Request medical records, x-rays, and test results from appropriate clinics and hospital departments.
• Coordinate with vendors to arrange training for new equipment and assist with the training process as needed.
• Assist with clinic administrative activities when assigned by the chiropractor.

What This Job Offers

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