Health Technician (Patient Care Assistant)

Health Technicians for the Phoenix Indian Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ. Positions will provide routine patient care that includes on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical record, as well as assisting the health care providers and unit with support functions which contributes to the overall efficiency of the department.

A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

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Positions can be filled for the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Float Pool Department, Medical/Surgical:

• Under general supervision of the RN, APN, PA, or Physician, performs assigned procedures including EKGs, wound cleansing, vital measurements, application of monitor leads, specimen collection, and transporting telemetry or nonmonitored patients to nursing units.
• Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes int he patient's health status and responses to treatment; promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other care givers on status of patients; and accurately recording medical information.
• Sets up, prepares patient and assists with patient exam and minor surgical or health procedures and wound care.
• Monitors supply stock levels and report needs. Assists with health unit coordination tasks and reception responsibilities as needed.
• Transport patient, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patient to critical care units, radiology, inpatient units, or other various locations.

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

GS-05
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Perform basic clinical procedures such as EKG testing, wound cleansing, and vital sign measurements under direct supervision of licensed medical professionals; recognize and report changes in patient health status to a licensed professional; assist with patient exams and minor surgical procedures; accurately document patient information and procedures in medical records; collect patient specimens and assist with point of care testing; maintain supply stock levels and complete requisition forms; transport patients to various facility locations; and provide direct patient care including ADL assistance and CPR support.

OR

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, with major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects directly related to the position.

OR

A combination of education and experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualification for this position. The total percentage equals at least 100 percent to qualify for this GS-05 grade level.

GS-06
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Perform clinical procedures such as EKG testing, vital sign measurements, specimen collection, and wound care under direct supervision of licensed medical professionals; assist with patient exams and minor surgical procedures including sterile field preparation and orthopedic device application; recognize and report changes in patient health status to licensed professionals; accurately document patient information and procedures in medical records; collect patient specimens and perform point-of-care testing; monitor and maintain supply stock levels; transport patients to various facility locations; and provide direct patient care including ADL assistance and CPR in cardiopulmonary arrest situations.


Time In Grade
Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

You must meet all qualification requirements by the respective cutoff day of rating to be eligible for referral.

If you are substituting education for experience; You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial 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.

Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required.

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.