Health Technician

The Clinic Health Technician is responsible for the clinical and clerical functions of patient care in order to promote timely and efficient patient care. The Health Technician (HT) provides a "seamless" process for patients and is supervised by the Nurse Manager in the Outpatient Clinic. The incumbent directs patient flow through the clinic, from check in to check out.

Perform a range of direct care duties that include but not limited to performing temperature, blood pressure, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation measurements, measuring height and weight, patient transfers, glucose testing, collecting specimens and phlebotomy. Prepares and advises patients for collection of timed blood, urine, and stool samples. Process requests following established Laboratory procedures and protocols. Receives and processes telephone call for the team. Files all medical record information and correspondence in patients file. Maintains confidentially of electronic, written, and/or verbal patient information. Completes clinical reminders. Maintains all facets of the medical record. Assures that patient demographics is accurate. Directs patient flow through the clinic from check in through checking out. Advises patients of admission and outpatient eligibility and processing procedures. Orients, coaches and educates patients, staff and students. Supports tele-health clinics and processes. Work Schedule: intermittent Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Health Technician/PD80157A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.