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. #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Department of Defense