Patient Care Technician

Summary These positions are located at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Join the Clinical Center Nursing Department (CCND). The Clinical Center is a 200-bed Magnet with Distinction Research Hospital and ambulatory care facility. We have positions in various units. Learn more about this agency Duties As a Patient Care Technician, you will: Obtains and records vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, height, and weight, and reports abnormal findings to the professional nurse. Performs point-of-care tests such as glucose monitoring and urine specific gravity. Assists professional providers in performing diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures. Assist patients or other health care team members with prescribed interventions, such as ambulating, therapeutic exercises, and dressing changes. Reinforces instructions to patients in the techniques of various self-administered treatments such as aerosol therapy, postural drainage, intermittent positive breathing exercises, etc., and documents the activities performed. Performs collection of specimens, such as sputum or urine, for research or clinical care. Ensures the safe handling and delivery of various specimens in accordance with prescribed protocols. May perform phlebotomy, electrocardiograms (EKGs), and other procedures after completing appropriate training and/or certification. Uses a variety of patient care equipment, such as automated blood pressure devices and patient transport devices. Interprets and relates policies and procedures to patients and their families when necessary and upon request Effectively manage work with tight deadlines, agitated patients, and hospital emergencies. The ideal candidate will have one year of clinical experience in an outpatient, urgent care, emergency department, or acute care (hospital preferred). Certified Nursing Assistant is preferred. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service. The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus. Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Based on your appointment, a one or two-year trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period. Pre-employment Medical Examination is required. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift and move items weighing up to 35 lbs. The shifts may be 12-hour, 10-hour, or 8-hour, or a combination of these, depending on the unit or clinical area. Some specialty areas may also require on-call duties. The positions may require a work schedule that includes days, nights, weekends, and holidays. This position has been designated as a Tier I emergency employee. See Additional Information section for specific details on this designation. Qualifications In order to qualify for a Patient Care Technician, GS-0640 at the GS-07 level, you must have: A. Completed 1 full year of progressively higher-level graduate education. This degree major must have been in a field of study with coursework directly related to the work of the position to be filled; OR B. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-6 level in the Federal Service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: obtaining and recording vital signs; performing point-of-care testing; assisting providers with diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures; collecting and handling clinical specimens; assisting patients with prescribed interventions; using patient care equipment; and explaining policies or procedures to patients and families; OR C. A combination of post-baccalaureate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12903283 Education If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education. Additional information This position has been designated as a Tier I emergency employee. The incumbent may be required to report to work during emergencies, weather closures, or other situations requiring continuity of operations. PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration. Visit our Applying page for helpful information on the application process. If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://appsupport-usastaffing.opm.gov/hc/en-us/sections/45063131363475-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information. We may make additional selections for similar positions within the commuting area(s) of the locations listed through this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s). Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions. If selected, you may be eligible to receive a salary above the minimum based on superior qualifications and/or a special need of the Government for your services. This applies to employees paid under the General Schedule (GS) and Federal Wage System (FWS) pay systems and is at the discretion of the hiring manager. A salary above the minimum must be approved before the appointment. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. 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