Health Technician

About the Position: This position is with the Defense Health Agency at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center located at Fort Hood, Texas.

• This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.
• Positions may be filled in various departments within the medical center.
• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Student Loan Repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.

Duties

• Complete screening of patients to include recording chief complaint, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature, height, weight, measure and record intake and output, and notify a medical professional of abnormal readings.
• Apply antiseptic solution for immunizations/skin testing; apply and remove bandages, binders, simple dressings, and hot and cold packs; and physically assist patients in walking, moving, and changing positions.
• Perform general maintenance duties including cleaning and arranging supply carts; cleaning and sorting supplies, instruments, and equipment; reporting deficiencies in supplies and equipment; and cleaning utility rooms.
• Screen and administer standard immunizations; and observe and report any signs or symptoms of impending reactions, documenting accordingly.
• Receive requests for appointment by telephone or in person; obtain information required to determine appropriate action; schedule appointments with the appropriate clinic and health care provider; and maintain waiting lists.
• Obtain urine samples; perform urine dipsticks and finger sticks for blood glucose; input lab requests; and direct the patient to the lab or perform and document mini lab results.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• This position may have specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements if its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
• A pre-employment and annual physical examinations may be required.
• Selectees may be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• This position may be a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis 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
• 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.
• This position may require the incumbent to work during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
• This position may require moderate to heavy lifting up to 45 pounds.
• This position may require rotating shifts (i.e. work schedule that requires employees to continuously rotate from one shift to another at predetermined intervals).
• This position may include shift work.