Health Technician
About The Position
The Health Technician provides clinical and administrative support for patient care and related activities in the Nursing Service at the Robley Rex VA Medical Center. The position supports acute and non-acute direct patient care on multiple inpatient medical wards on a float basis. The technician initiates cardiac monitoring, admits and discharges patients from the monitoring system, and prints rhythm strips. The role also includes collecting blood samples by venipuncture, performing urine dipstick testing and reporting and documenting results, maintaining charts and patient-tracking information, performing delegated patient-care tasks, managing unit supplies, and participating in in-service training. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is not a virtual position. The full performance level and actual grade for selection are GS-06. The position requires at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05; there is no educational substitution at this grade level.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- At least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 level.
- Specialized experience must include obtaining, labeling at the patient's bedside, and sending laboratory specimens according to policy and procedure; applying knowledge of human anatomy to first aid and patient care; and verbally reporting and/or documenting patient observations and treatment in the medical record using standard nomenclature and approved forms.
- Complete the required application, questionnaire, and online assessment.
- Selected applicants are subject to urinalysis drug screening, a background/security investigation, and online onboarding.
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must meet Selective Service registration requirements.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required for VA Health Care Personnel.
- Serve a one-year probationary period.
- Be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, including prolonged standing and walking, bending, pushing, and lifting moderately heavy items; use proper lifting and body mechanics.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting.
- Experience with phlebotomy and EKGs.
- Experience in inpatient and outpatient care settings.
Responsibilities
- Initiate cardiac monitoring correctly, admit and discharge patients from the monitoring system, and print rhythm strips.
- Perform venipuncture to obtain serum blood samples as ordered and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
- Perform urine dipstick testing, report results to the physician and/or registered nurse, and document results appropriately.
- Help maintain patient charts and patient-tracking information boards.
- Provide patient-care tasks as delegated.
- Order, maintain, and stock supplies for the unit.
- Attend and participate in in-service and training opportunities to support quality patient care.
- Move throughout the Emergency Department and medical center as needed, including pushing equipment, wheelchairs, and patient stretchers.
Benefits
- A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
- VA may offer newly appointed federal employees credit for job-related non-federal experience or active-duty uniformed military service when determining annual leave accrual; such credit must be requested and approved and is not guaranteed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
