Health Technician (Soldier Readiness)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Bragg, NC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a health technician and administrative assistant within the Soldier Readiness Center at Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. It provides health care and administrative support for Soldier Readiness activities. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation; salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service.

The technician reviews medical records for Soldiers, DA Civilians, and contractors for Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) and Soldier Readiness Processing (SRP), updating readiness information in computerized and paper-based records. The role also supports patient examinations, gathers patient medical histories, determines specimens needed for laboratory work based on requisitions or clinical orders, measures and records vital signs, height, and weight, and monitors medical supplies and equipment in patient areas.

The position requires a background investigation and pre-employment screening, including drug testing. It is subject to mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination, immunization screening, Hepatitis B immunization for direct patient contact, tuberculosis testing, and pre-employment and annual physical examinations. Lifting up to 45 pounds may be required. The position is mission essential and inclement-weather essential. On-call work may be required during irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, or on varying schedules.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience assisting healthcare providers with basic and routine medical evaluations, using healthcare systems to maintain medical files and records, and managing, storing, handling, and disposing of bio-hazard materials for a medical department; or qualifying education; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Alternatively, a four-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major or at least 24 semester hours in subjects directly related to the position, such as Anatomy, Physiology, and Biology.
• A background investigation and Personnel Security Investigation are required; appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination.
• Applicants tentatively selected must submit to urinalysis before appointment. The position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing, including testing based on reasonable suspicion and following direct involvement in an on-duty accident.
• Comply with mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirements unless an approved medical or religious exemption is documented; immunization screening is required.
• Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact; other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
• Tuberculosis testing is required.
• Complete a pre-employment physical examination and annual examinations thereafter.
• Be able to lift up to 45 pounds, if required.
• Report to or remain at work during severe weather or emergency situations as scheduled; the position is mission essential and inclement-weather essential.
• May be required to work on call during irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and on varying work schedules.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• A one-year probationary period is required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• If qualifying through foreign education, provide evaluation showing equivalence to U.S. accredited education or full credit for courses at a U.S.-accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Screen medical records for Soldiers, DA Civilians, and contractors for Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) and Soldier Readiness Processing (SRP).
• Update individual medical readiness information in computerized and paper-based medical records.
• Assist a physician with a variety of patient examination procedures.
• Interview patients to gather medical history.
• Determine specimens to collect for laboratory work based on laboratory requisitions or clinical orders in the hospital information system.
• Obtain and record vital signs using a stethoscope and electronic blood pressure and temperature devices; record height and weight.
• Monitor medical supplies and equipment in patient areas.

What This Job Offers

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