Patient Care Technician
6 days ago
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.
Duties The focus at the CC is on early phase and first-in-human clinical trials and on the study of rare diseases makes it possible to rapidly translate scientific observations and laboratory discoveries into new approaches for diagnosing, treating, and preventing disease.
The National Institutes of Health Clinical Center leads the nation in implementing a specialty practice model for Clinical Research Nursing which defines the roles and contribution of nurses providing care to research participants. If you want to play a significant role supporting the vision at the Clinical Center in leading the Nation in implementing a specialty practice model for Clinical Research Nursing, then consider joining our team For more information, visit
Patient Care Technician opportunities are available in the following clinical specialty areas:
- Medical/Surgical Specialties Service
- Neuroscience, Behavioral Health, and Pediatrics Service
- Nursing Operations Service
Duties: If you are selected for this position your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting patients with Activities of Daily Living, such as grooming, bathing, and meals.
- Constantly monitors stock to ensure the supplies are being utilized within the proper time limitations. Promptly identifies, removes, reports and disposes of outdated and/or contaminated supplies.
- Assists patients or other health care team members with prescribed interventions, such as ambulating, therapeutic exercises, and aseptic dressing changes.
- Reinforces patient instructions in the proper technique of various self- administered treatments such as aerosol therapy, postural drainage, intermittent positive breathing exercises, etc., and documents the activities performed.
- Collects specimens for clinical and/or research care and handles and delivers in accordance with prescribed protocols.
- Obtains and records vital signs; temperature, blood pressure, height/weight, and reports any abnormal findings to the clinical nurse.
- Performs phlebotomy, electrocardiograms and other procedures after completion of certification and/or training and competency validation completed.
- Utilizes automated equipment and assistive transport devices safely.
- Reinforces policies and procedures to patient and families in conjunction with the clinical nurse teaching.
- Delivers safe patient care in accordance with Nursing Department standards of Practice and assists in monitoring the environment of care.
- 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.
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: How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
- 1. Knowledge of basic patient care and medial testing procedures.
- 2. Ability o maintain and use a variety or standard patient care equipment.
- 3. Knowledge of medical administrative policies, procedures and operations.
- 4. Ability to communicate with patients and individuals in the health care environment
If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, your application and responses to the online questionnaire will be evaluated under Category Rating and selection procedures for placement in one of the following categories:
- Best Qualified - for those who are superior in the evaluation criteria
- Well Qualified - for those who excel in the evaluation criteria
- Qualified - for those who only meet the minimum qualification requirements
To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the and the , you must be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry and substantively exceed the basic qualifications by scoring at least an 85 on the assessment and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and all other requirements. Required Documents
REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTS
RESUME:
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire. We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career.
To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the . If you choose to use your own resume, you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
- Job title
- Name of employer
- Beginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format)
- Hours worked per week. We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated. We will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience.
- Detailed description of job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable)
- Series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position)
If the position has an education requirement or you are qualifying on the basis of education, you must list your education history including the type of degree and your major of study. If the position requires a certain number of credit hours, you are strongly encouraged to list the relevant courses in your resume.
Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications.
For resume writing guidance, please visit the following resources: , , and the .
ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE:
You must submit a completed assessment questionnaire.
Unless otherwise stated, we will only use the information above to determine your qualifications. Not providing the required information may result in a determination that you do not meet minimum requirements for the position (e.g., an ineligible rating) or a lower rating.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION FOR PREFERENCE OR ELIGIBILITY CLAIMS
To claim veterans' preference, career transition selection priority, Schedule A or military spouse eligibility, you must provide the documentation listed below AND respond accordingly to the associated question on the online questionnaire.
- (DD-214, VA Disability Letter, etc.): Reference for required documentation for 10 point claims. Submission of SF-15 is not required, unless you are claiming derived preference (XP) as described in questions 7, 8, or 9 on the SF-15. In those cases, you must submit a completed SF-15 and the required documentation. For 5 point claims, you must submit your DD-214 (if separated) or any written documentation from the armed forces that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the is submitted with your application package.
- Visit our sites on / for more information and required documentation.
- Visit our site on the for more information and required documentation to verify eligibility.
- Schedule A Eligibility (Applicants with Disabilities) Applicants who are eligible to be considered under must submit appropriate documentation to verify eligibility. Documentation must be obtained from a licensed medical professional (e.g., a physician or other medical professional certified by a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.e., state or private); or any Federal agency, state agency, or agency of the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits. The letter must be printed on a medical professional's letterhead and signed. Veterans' preference takes precedence in these appointments.
The Schedule A and military spouse hiring authorities do not guarantee employment or give an individual preference in the hiring process.
If you do not provide the required information, we will assume you are not eligible, or you do not wish to be considered for any preference or eligibility.
Do not submit documentation that is not requested of you. To protect your personal information, we will only send your resume and cover letter to the selecting official or hiring manager. PDN-9dbe47e3-d4f1-4242-8ba0-c1b326442f96
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