Outpatient Health Technician: Vital Signs & Immunizations

US Indian Health Service; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Indian Health Service seeks a Health Aide and Technician at the Elko Service Unit in Elko, NV. Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will perform basic patient care tasks and support safe, efficient outpatient care.

Requirements include potential immunizations, vital signs, data collection, and patient communication; you must meet federal qualification standards and timelines for the GS-06 level.

Qualifications

• Experience or education showing ability to obtain vitals and assist medical staff.
• Ability to explain procedures to patients during examinations.
• Capability to recruit patients and collect data as part of care.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and assist in medical examinations.
• Administer immunizations and draw blood; perform basic lab tasks.
• Explain procedures to patients and recommend appropriate care.

Skills

Vital signs

Immunizations

Blood draw

Laboratory tests

Patient communication

Job description

The US Indian Health Service seeks a Health Aide and Technician at the Elko Service Unit in Elko, NV. Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will perform basic patient care tasks and support safe, efficient outpatient care.

Requirements include potential immunizations, vital signs, data collection, and patient communication; you must meet federal qualification standards and timelines for the GS-06 level.