Health Technician

This position is located in the Outpatient Department of the Elko Service Unit, in Elko, NV. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the incumbent will perform basic patient care services and specific technical tasks and skills to provide primarily non-urgent care safety to our patients, and assists in maintaining an environment that is prepared for effective patient care. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021). Total Compensation Package • Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Health Technician Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Reviews charts of assigned patients to determine appropriate services based on patient needs. Performs intake procedures by obtaining chief complaint/purpose of visit; vital signs (TPR, B/P), pulse oximetry, height, weight, etc. Assist health providers in examination of patients by explaining procedures. Reassess as a patient's condition warrant's including pre and post clinical procedures to evaluate response to treatment including pain. Collaboratively assess the patient's perception of the effectiveness of therapy. Performs blood glucose testing and records results using a glucometer. Performs other point of care tests as indicated by laboratory policy. Assists in receiving of patients into the Outpatient Department; Retrieves and documents patient data/information through the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and in accordance with clinic policy and procedures. Physical Demands: The work involves walking, sitting, standing, reaching and bending in the assessment and treatment of patients. This is a competitive vacancy announcement advertised under Delegated Examining Authority. Selections made under this vacancy announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would therefore be given new appointments to the civil service; however, benefits, time served, and all other Federal entitlements would remain the same. To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. Basic Requirement(s) Individual Occupational Requirements • Health Aid and Technician Series 0640 Experience: (for positions at GS-4 and above): Positions in this series range widely in type and include support duties to medical or health personnel such as audiologists, speech pathologists, medical officers, and optometrists. Therefore, technician experience is experience that required application of the knowledge, methods, and techniques of the position to be filled. In addition to the Individual Occupational Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. Minimum Qualifications for GS-06: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Examples include: Ability to obtain vital signs, assist in medical examinations, administer immunizations, draw blood, run laboratory tests; perform patient recruitment and data entry/collection; explain procedures to patients during examination and recommend treatment according to patient needs. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Additional selection(s) of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued for this announcement. Selectee may be subject to a probationary period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant. There are no education requirements.