The primary purpose of the position is to assist the primary nurse with patient care, receives and directs patients, answers routine inquiries. Determines nature of inquiry and independently responds to all administrative questions, and assists patients, visitors and others requesting information, guidance, or referral for special assistance.
DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority (5 CFR 337.201) for this occupation. Major Duties Include: Performs direct patient care including personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, safety, etc. Receives and directs patients, answers routine inquiries and makes referrals.
Receives and responds to a number of unclear inquires form patients concerning a variety of medical personnel and administrative matters. Maintains stock of supplies and sterility of instruments. Performs or assists Triage staff with diagnostic procedures including EKGs, venipunctures, and alcohol breathalyzer used to diagnose medical conditions.
Assists in the performance of or independently performs procedures such as insertion of urinary catheters and intravenous catheters. Performs patient care procedures such as collection of specimens, applying dressings, and adjusting supportive equipment. Performs duties in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable laws and policies. Instructs patients in crutch, walker and or cane use and ensures correct fitting of equipment.
Performs duties involving customer service and or public liaison. Performs duties in accordance to applicable safety precautions and infection control. Operate emergency department equipment such as Telemetry and automated external defibrillator (AED). Provides general clerical/administrative support coordination work for the Triage area. Collects and organizes statistical data for reports.
Performs patient charting using standard medical terminology entering information regarding care rendered, condition and progress. Work Schedule: Varies, TBD Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Health Technician (OA)/PD02583ARelocation/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/.
Solmaira.Crispaldi@va.gov · 1-215-866-6721
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $50658 – $65857/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-09-08.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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