The primary purpose of this position is to deliver safe patient care as well as administrative support to Dermatology specialty service. Through guidance of the Chief, the incumbent works with the specialty service to provide phototherapy treatment to patients with many skin conditions.
This position functions as a Dermatology Health Technician assigned to Nursing, Ambulatory Care Departmentt in the Dermatology service at the Miami, Florida VA. The position provides support to the physicians and physician assistants in the dermatology service ensuring the practice operates efficiently and cost effectively. The incumbent provides patient care and patient communication as directed by the provider and or clinical supervisor.
The incumbent also serves as a liaison between provider and patient, adhering to national patient safety goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact. Duties include, but are not limited to: Coordinates and performs all duties and procedures associated with the operation of the dermatology phototherapy unit, at the Miami VA Healthcare System.
Receives and interprets physician orders for phototherapy, screens patient to verify eligibility criteria (medical history, presenting complaints, current medications, skin type, allergies, contraindications, social/emotional factors, educational level).
Assesses the patient's learning needs and his/her ability to be taught; Explains treatment thoroughly in terms that the patient understands by discussing, patients diagnosis, type of ultraviolet light (UVA or UVB), treatment scheduled, expected outcome, potential side effects, safety measures, and treatment options. In the absence of the R.N., prepares minor surgery room assuring that supplies and sterile equipment is available at all times.
Assures that all safety related policies and procedures are up-to-date and conform to current regulations (e.g., CAP, FDA, JCAHO, VA, and DOT). Reports any deficiencies to the Registered Nurse or Provider and implements correction of unsafe conditions. Routinely checks units for proper functioning and compares internal dosimeter with external meters.
Utilizes appropriate templates to document; Documents all treatments, education, and/or abnormal findings and notifies the physician immediately of abnormal findings. Reviews pre-requisites laboratory and ophthalmology test results after reviewing the within normal range determined by the Dermatology Physician, and ensures that these test are followed up by the patients yearly; Reports abnormal findings to physician or Registered Nurse (RN).
Performs a MED (minimal erythema dose) test as ordered by the physician. Determines the proper starting dose of UVL (according to orders/protocols/guidelines) after fully gathering information from the patient, works-up a treatment protocol with the assistance of the physician and establishes realistic goals with the patient. Work Schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Health Technician (Dermatology)/PD546-085150 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
There is no educational substitution at this grade level. A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Janice.Lord@va.gov · (727) 398-6661 X64230
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $48361 – $62869/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-11-02.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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