Health Technician (Chiropractic)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Schofield Barracks, HI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Technician (Chiropractic) position is located within Desmond Doss Health Clinic at Schofield Barracks. The technician measures patient vital signs, assembles new patient records with appropriate forms, and provides treatments such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat, cold, and hydrotherapy as directed by the chiropractor. The role also supports clinic administrative activities as assigned, maintains clinical and supply documentation, and requests medical records, X-rays, and test results from appropriate clinics. The position requires Basic Life Support certification, applicable immunization screening, seasonal influenza vaccination, and pre-employment and annual physical examinations. The employee must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and report to or remain at work during designated emergencies because the position is designated Mission Essential. The role includes regular contact with children under 18 and requires a favorable suitability determination.

Requirements

One year of specialized experience measuring patient vital signs, updating treatment in medical records, and assisting with clinical administrative duties; or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
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 anatomy, physiology, biology, or nursing.
Basic Life Support training certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Ability to complete required immunization screening and annual seasonal influenza vaccination.
Completion of a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Favorable suitability determination for regular contact with children under 18.
U.S. citizenship and proof of citizenship.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

Nice To Haves

Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
Advanced in Hire may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

Measure patient vital signs.
Assemble new patient records with all appropriate forms.
Provide ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat, cold, and hydrotherapy treatments as directed by the chiropractor.
Assist with clinic administrative activities when assigned by the chiropractor.
Maintain clinical and supply documentation.
Request medical records, X-rays, and test results from appropriate clinics.