Health Technician - Patuxent River, United States - US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
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Patuxent River, United States

1 month ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Duties:


  • Perform a range of diagnostic examinations and treatments according to clinic processes and procedures.
  • Prepare patients and rooms for patient care activities, examinations and diagnostic tests.
  • Set up equipment and instrument and hands instruments to health care providers.
  • Clean wounds and applies bandages after suturing and assists in removal of sutures, staples and dressings.
  • Take and record accurate vital signs and other required measurements.
  • Verify patient's eligibility for treatment.
  • Schedule appointment with the appropriate clinic and health care provider dependent on patient disposition, complaint or symptoms or services requested.
  • Complete lab work and other point of care testing within scope of practice.
  • Obtain lab samples, perform point of care testing, and deliver specimens directly to the lab.
  • Administer oral, intradermal, subcutaneous, intramuscular immunizations to all age groups in accordance with established protocols.

Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Tier 3 security investigation or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
  • A Childcare Background Check (CNACI) is required. This position has a specific initial background investigation and periodic reverification requirements since its duties require contact with children.
  • This position requires that you obtain and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • This position requires the incumbent to have tuberculosis testing.
  • Immunization screening may be 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 completion of a preemployment 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.
  • 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.
  • This is an inclement weather position.

Qualifications:


Who May Apply:
US Citizens
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Specialized Experience: One year specialized experience which includes performing non-professional nursing/medical assistance work assisting Health Care Providers with medical exams; administering immunizations and medications ordered by the health care providers; and obtaining specimens (blood, mucus, urine, etc.) for laboratory testing. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04).

  • OROR
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Combination of Education and Experience: 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%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education beyond two years (total semester hours minus 60) by 60. Add the two percentages.

(Note:

You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)


Education:


Additional information:


  • 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.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or e
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