Health Technician

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Health Technician to join their Acute Outpatient Nursing Division. In this vital role, you'll be part of a compassionate team, ensuring quality care for patients through vital sign monitoring, phlebotomy, and ECG duties. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes, providing essential support in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters professional growth in a rewarding healthcare career.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4 level required.
• Must have a bachelor's degree or 24 semester hours in relevant subjects.

Responsibilities

• Operate monitoring devices to record vital parameters.
• Perform venipuncture and insert peripheral IVs.
• Document treatments accurately in medical records.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG Duties

Basic CPR Certification

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree

24 Semester Hours in Related Subjects

Tools

Physiologic Monitoring Devices

Computer Programs for Documentation

Job description

Summary

This position is located at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center - Milwaukee - Wisconsin - in the Acute Outpatient Nursing Division. The incumbent is assigned as a Health Technician (HT) for the Ambulatory Infusion Center (AIC) - Vascular Access Team (VAT) - Quick Draw (QD) services. The incumbent functions as a non-licensed member of the nursing team, combining responsibility and selected aspects of a productive team member to ensure quality and timely delivery of care.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 grade level, which includes knowledge, methods, and techniques relevant to the position. Experience includes, but is not limited to: performing phlebotomy and EKG duties; understanding aging and growth principles relevant to adult and geriatric patients; recognizing abnormal respiratory status; setting up and adjusting equipment for tests; using computer programs and office machines; and holding certification in Basic CPR.

EDUCATION: Must have completed a 4-year bachelor's degree or at least 24 semester hours in subjects related to the position. (Transcripts required)

COMBINATION of Education and Experience: Equivalent combinations of post-high school education and experience that meet the total experience requirements. Only education beyond 60 semester hours is credited. One year of study beyond the second year equals 6 months of experience. (Transcripts required)

One year of phlebotomy experience is required. Volunteer experience and unpaid work are also credited.

Duties

• Operate and maintain physiologic monitoring and measuring devices to display and record vital parameters.
• Obtain and document patient vital signs and report abnormal values.
• Initiate cardiac monitoring and print vital sign history.
• Prepare patients for and perform 12-lead ECGs, ensuring privacy and emotional support.
• Retrieve and print ECGs from computer systems.
• Perform venipuncture and insert peripheral IVs, following policy and procedures.
• Collect, label, and send laboratory specimens.
• Perform point-of-care testing, document, and report results.
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations.
• Assist with specialized treatments and patient transfers using proper techniques.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition.
• Follow infection control procedures and dispose of infectious materials properly.
• Document observations and treatments accurately in medical records.
• Perform CPR according to AHA guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and supplies, ensuring proper stock rotation.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to patients and families.