Health Technician

Summary About the Position: This Health Technician GS-0640-7 position is located at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Bethesda, MD. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Learn more about this agency Duties Conduct intake procedures: obtain general medical information, including allergies and drug sensitivities; and take and record vital signs. Prepare patients for treatment to include moving or escorting patients to other treatment locations in the hospital. Provide pretreatment, treatment and post treatment evaluation of patients. Assist patients as needed and provide for comfort and safety. Draw blood, collect and prepare specimens. Initiate intravenous (IVs), regulate flow rate and monitor prescribed IV fluids. Assist physician in performing specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Provide health care to a range of patients presenting with routine dysfunctions and/or disorders. Prepare and administer prescribed medication by oral, topical, intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular and intravascular routes. Document patient's subjective/objective response to various medical interventions. Ensure proper computer entry of patient data and equipment settings. Monitor and ensure sufficient stock levels of medical supplies. Prepare, assist, and support physicians during surgeries, biopsies, and excisions. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. The incumbent may be required to work on any day or shift, including PMs, nights, weekends, holidays, or on an "on call" basis, necessary to meet mission requirements. This is a mandatory drug testing position. This position has a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and is therefore subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations. Immunization screening is 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. Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS. Tuberculosis testing is required. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes providing administrative functions to a medical treatment facility or hospital; performing basic patient care tasks such as measuring vital signs or obtaining general medical information; communicating with patients and clinicians about medical information; and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. This specialized experience is equivalent to the GS-06 grade level in the Federal service. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted 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. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates. 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. 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. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.