Patient Care Technician

Summary These Patient Care Technician positions are located within the Clinical Center Nursing Department (CCND), at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Clinical Center (CC) Magnet with Distinction ™ Hospital, in the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Patient Care Technician reports directly to a Nurse Manager for a patient care area within the CCND and works under the delegation of a Clinical Research Nurse. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service. This position is designated as Tier 1 Emergency Essential. See Additional Information section for specific details on this designation. If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination. This position requires weekend hours, night shifts, regular or rotational shifts, and holiday hours. You must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 35 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation. Qualifications To qualify at the GS-7 level, you meet the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-6 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: Administering tests and procedures to include measuring height and weight, EKGs, finger stick for glucose monitoring; collecting specimens such as 24 hour urine, specific gravity test, and performing patient positioning, wound care and 1:1 observation; performing point of care patient testing; setting up a variety of specialty patient care equipment, (i.e., automated blood pressure devices, EKG rhythm strips, 12 lead EKGs, specialty beds and ceiling lift devices); and caring for patients on enhanced precautions through the use of Personal Protective Equipment (i.e., use of an N95 mask, donning and doffing clothing for use in isolation). You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12606192 Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information This position is designated as an "emergency essential" position and the selected candidate will be considered an "emergency essential" employee and will be required to be available, ready, willing, and able to report for duty under all circumstances (e.g., inclement weather, government closings and holidays, lapses in appropriations, non-emergency and emergency situations) for operation 24 hours a day and 365 days per year coverage. A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement. PHS Commissioned Officers interested in performing the duties of this position within the Commissioned Corps should apply online to this announcement to receive consideration We may make additional selections for similar positions within the commuting area(s) of the locations listed through this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s). Clearance of CTAP/ICTAP will be applied for similar positions. The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus. Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. Visit our Applicant FAQs page for helpful information on the application process. Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment. If selected, you may be eligible to receive a salary above the minimum based on superior qualifications and/or a special need of the Government for your services. This applies to employees paid under the General Schedule (GS) and Federal Wage System (FWS) pay systems and is at the discretion of the hiring manager. A salary above the minimum must be approved before the appointment. Read more Benefits Review our benefits