Medical Health Technician
The primary purpose of the position to provide medical and administrative support assistance in the CBOC. The Medical Health Technician use word processing software to produce a variety of documents such as encounter forms, specialty procedures such as Electrocardiograms (EKG) and is responsible for administrative duties directly related to patient care and treatment. The Duties include but are not limited to:
Use database software to enter, revise, sort, and retrieve data for reports or review. Obtain all key information needed for walk in patients and initiates medical administrative processing of requests and forms. Assist in the orientation of physicians and other clinic personnel, serving as a source of information concerning regulations, policies and procedures. Schedule appointments, tests and coordinates all activities of the clinic area. Schedule appointments and generates appointment reminder letters for patients. Answer telephone inquiries regarding services available, procedures for enrollment, eligibility, co-payments, etc., providing accurate and timely information. Maintain various records and files, administratively processes patient transactions, reviews records for maintenance and sequencing of forms, entries, etc. Assist in preparing exam rooms for procedures, procedures and exams. Perform electrocardiograms and the daily cleaning and routine maintenance of the equipment. Perform venipuncture (as appropriate) and instructs patients in the proper procedures for preparing for blood work, 24-hour urine collection and collection of specimens for culture and sensitivity. Initiate basic life support measures as needed; and Perform other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:
00 am - 4:
30 pm Position Description Title/PD#:
Health Technician / 07669-A Telework:
Not Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Physical Requirements:
The work requires some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring walking, or bending, walking or lifting. Must be able to assist patients who need help with standing, walking and sitting if needed. Incumbent must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time white working in the lab environment. Incumbent must be able to sit for long periods of time while on the ACD system. Requires use of fingers, near vision correctable at 13 to 16, Hearing (aid permitted). Time-In-Grade Requirement:
Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-06 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-05. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. Submission of a SF-50, Personnel Action that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY:
In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. You must be proficient in basic written and spoken English in order to meet the requirements of this position. To qualify for this position at the GS-6 level, you must meet one of the following:
Experience:
You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience (equivalent to at least the GS-5 level in the Federal service) that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Medical Health Technician, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. 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 Medical Health Technician. Specialized experience is experience in chart review, data analysis reports, appointment management; consultant management and review; provide follow-up for scheduled appointments; experience with venipuncture techniques and specimen procurement procedures; and experience with safety principles and laboratory procedures and has knowledge of basic clerical procedures needed in a laboratory setting. (Your resume must document your specialized experience.) OR Education:
Successful completion of 1/2 year of graduate education that is directly related to the work of the position. A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. OR Combination:
Equivalent combinations of directly related graduate level education and specialized experience which meet the total requirements for this grade level, as described above. The education portion must include graduate education directly related to the work of this position. A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education and your Resume must document your specialized experience. You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:
Applies Technology to Tasks Interpersonal Skills Specimen Collection Data Base management Administration and Management IMPORTANT:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. 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; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION:
Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Use database software to enter, revise, sort, and retrieve data for reports or review. Obtain all key information needed for walk in patients and initiates medical administrative processing of requests and forms. Assist in the orientation of physicians and other clinic personnel, serving as a source of information concerning regulations, policies and procedures. Schedule appointments, tests and coordinates all activities of the clinic area. Schedule appointments and generates appointment reminder letters for patients. Answer telephone inquiries regarding services available, procedures for enrollment, eligibility, co-payments, etc., providing accurate and timely information. Maintain various records and files, administratively processes patient transactions, reviews records for maintenance and sequencing of forms, entries, etc. Assist in preparing exam rooms for procedures, procedures and exams. Perform electrocardiograms and the daily cleaning and routine maintenance of the equipment. Perform venipuncture (as appropriate) and instructs patients in the proper procedures for preparing for blood work, 24-hour urine collection and collection of specimens for culture and sensitivity. Initiate basic life support measures as needed; and Perform other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:
00 am - 4:
30 pm Position Description Title/PD#:
Health Technician / 07669-A Telework:
Not Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Physical Requirements:
The work requires some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring walking, or bending, walking or lifting. Must be able to assist patients who need help with standing, walking and sitting if needed. Incumbent must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time white working in the lab environment. Incumbent must be able to sit for long periods of time while on the ACD system. Requires use of fingers, near vision correctable at 13 to 16, Hearing (aid permitted). Time-In-Grade Requirement:
Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-06 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-05. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. Submission of a SF-50, Personnel Action that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY:
In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. You must be proficient in basic written and spoken English in order to meet the requirements of this position. To qualify for this position at the GS-6 level, you must meet one of the following:
Experience:
You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience (equivalent to at least the GS-5 level in the Federal service) that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Medical Health Technician, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. 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 Medical Health Technician. Specialized experience is experience in chart review, data analysis reports, appointment management; consultant management and review; provide follow-up for scheduled appointments; experience with venipuncture techniques and specimen procurement procedures; and experience with safety principles and laboratory procedures and has knowledge of basic clerical procedures needed in a laboratory setting. (Your resume must document your specialized experience.) OR Education:
Successful completion of 1/2 year of graduate education that is directly related to the work of the position. A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. OR Combination:
Equivalent combinations of directly related graduate level education and specialized experience which meet the total requirements for this grade level, as described above. The education portion must include graduate education directly related to the work of this position. A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education and your Resume must document your specialized experience. You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position:
Applies Technology to Tasks Interpersonal Skills Specimen Collection Data Base management Administration and Management IMPORTANT:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. 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; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION:
Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.
- Department:
0640 Health Aid And Technician - Salary Range:
$42,308 to $55,006 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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