Geriatric Health Technician — Patient Care & Support

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL seeks a Health Care Technician under Nursing Service supervision. The role includes direct and indirect patient care, observation, and support functions. Applicants must meet all requirements by 10/05/2026.

GS-6 level with preferred geriatric/long-term care experience; strong communication, infection control, and patient handling skills are essential. Federal employment includes safety, ongoing duties, and compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date.
• Demonstrates strong powers of observation, perception, and judgment.
• Must show initiative and pay meticulous attention to detail in all duties.
• Preferred: 2 years of geriatric/long-term care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Perform support functions related to patient care.
• Maintain safety and infection control practices in the health care environment.

Skills

Observation

Judgment

Attention to detail

Initiative

Patient care

Tools

ECG

Phlebotomy equipment

CPR

Medical equipment

Job description

Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, IL seeks a Health Care Technician under Nursing Service supervision. The role includes direct and indirect patient care, observation, and support functions. Applicants must meet all requirements by 10/05/2026.

GS-6 level with preferred geriatric/long-term care experience; strong communication, infection control, and patient handling skills are essential. Federal employment includes safety, ongoing duties, and compliance with standards.