Health Technician -Emergency Department

The position of Health Technician (HCT) is established to provide support in a wide variety of basic and intermediate clinical and administrative level functions. This position is located in the Emergency Department, Nursing Service, Orlando VA Medical Center.

The HCT functions as a highly skilled member of the staff and provides clinical and administrative support for the delivery of acute and non acute direct patient care in the ED and support to families/visitors/employees as needed. Major Duties include but are not limited to: Obtains and documents patients' vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, actual weight, oxygen saturation, postural vital signs and reports deviations in vital signs. Set-up and use electronic and manual vital sign measurement equipment, pulse oximetry, end-title CO2, and suctioning equipment and recognizes and promptly reports abnormal findings or values to the Physician and/or the RN. Obtains and interprets 12 lead EKGs after inputting accurate and required information and recognizes abnormalities and changes in ECG rhythm strips (e.g. premature ventricular contractions, tachycardia, bradycardia, ventricular fibrillation, etc.) and takes appropriate action. Performs venipuncture to obtain serum blood samples as ordered according to VHA, Medical Center, ED, and Laboratory policy and procedures. Moves, lifts, transfers and transports patients as necessary using proper equipment and correct transfer techniques. Assists patients to ambulate and transfer safely. Verbally reports and/or documents in the medical record observations of and treatment given to the patient to ensure accurate records and quality of patient care, using standard nomenclature and approved forms. Sets up oxygen equipment and demonstrates ability to identify the correct delivery of oxygen. Observe, report, and record general and specific physical and behavioral signs/symptoms of change in a patient's condition. Greets and assists arriving patients/families/visitors/ambulances and directs them to the appropriate treatment area. Gathers pertinent data and information regarding presenting complaint from patients/family members and reports to the RN/Charge Nurse. Orders, maintains, and stocks supplies for the ED. Provides education material and directs patients to appropriate resources available within the Medical Center. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM, flexible to meet the needs of the service. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Health Technician -Emergency Department/PD07473A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO):

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. All 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. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

There is no educational substitution at this grade level.