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

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

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Patuxent River, United States

2 weeks ago

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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 a Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
A probationary period of 1 year may be required.
A preemployment physical is required.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
This is an inclement weather position.
This position requires regular contact with children under the age 18 and a favorable determination of suitability to do so (CNACI)
This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Tier 3 security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted.

Qualifications:

Who May Apply:
US Citizens
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Specialized Experience: One year specialized experience which includes documented experience which demonstrates experience: 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.

OR
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I have the specialized experience as described in A, but less than one year; and I have some education leading to a bachelor's degree but less than required in B. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of education beyond two years (total semester hours minus 60) by 60. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.).

(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 experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process.

If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.