Health Technician

US Department of Veterans Affairs

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    Duties includes but are not limited to the following: Initiates cardiac monitoring correctly, and is able to admit/discharge patients from monitoring system and print rhythm strips. Performs venipuncture to obtain serum blood samples as ordered according to VHA, Medical Center, ED, and Laboratory policy and procedures.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLouisville, KY

    Description

    Job Title

    Health Technician

    Duties

    Duties includes but are not limited to the following:

    • Initiates cardiac monitoring correctly, and is able to admit/discharge patients from monitoring system and print rhythm strips.
    • Performs venipuncture to obtain serum blood samples as ordered according to VHA, Medical Center, ED, and Laboratory policy and procedures.
    • Performs urine dipstick testing and properly reports the results to the physician and/or the RN and documents appropriately.
    • Facilitates maintaining charts and patient tracking information board.
    • Provides patient care tasks as delegated
    • Orders, maintains, and stocks supplies for the unit.
    • Attends and participates in in-services/training opportunities in order to plan quality patient care.

    Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 07:30pm - 8:00am

    This is not a virtual position.

    Position Description/PD#: PD40133A

    Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

    Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved

    Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

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