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Working As A Health Technician

Assisting and Caring for Others
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Documenting/Recording Information
Getting Information
Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Unpleasant/Angry People
Unpleasant/Hazardous Environment
Repetitive
Stressful
$32,770
Average Salary

What Does A Health Technician Do At Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

* Incumbent is responsible for identifying incomplete encounter information and communicating findings to providers to facilitate accurate workload credit.
* Incumbent explains VA's mandate to collect insurance information to ceteranV, their families, and other eligible patients.
* Incumbent collects, scans, and updates health insurance information.
* Promotes veteran registration for an utilization of My Health eVet (MHV), online personal health records for Veterans.
* Incumbent ensures all necessary health/administrative information are integrated into the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) through scanning hardware and Vista Imaging software.
* Performs receptionist and customer service duties such as maintaining schedules, screening phone calls and determining the nature of the call and provide information to patients within the established privacy rules.
* Performs clinical roles such as obtaining blood samples from patients, preparing specimens for shipment to Northern Arizona VA main hospital, routine urinalysis as ordered by the provider, documenting all results in CPRS
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
* Work schedule**: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
* Position Description Title/PD#**: Health Technician/ 7167

What Does A Health Technician Do At National Park Service

* Responding to emergency medical assistance calls by ambulance, patrol vehicle, and / or on foot to emergency scenes while adhering to park standard operating procedures, governing traffic ordinances and laws pertaining to the operation of emergency and patrol vehicles.
* Independently conducts accurate and complete patient assessments in the field, ambulance and clinical setting.
* Uses advanced knowledge of topographic anatomy, knowledge of major body systems, knowledge of emergency medical techniques and procedures and knowledge relevant to understanding the legal considerations of emergency care.
* Perform initial triage of patient(s), following with additional patient assessment.
* Selects appropriate patient treatment protocol and/or modifies protocols independently from basic approaches, if necessary.
* Appropriately determines the nature, extent, and seriousness of the patient's condition.
* Identifies and treats trauma and medical emergencies using knowledge of emergency medical treatment techniques/procedures, topographic anatomy, and major body systems (e.g.; skeletal, muscular, nervous, etc.).
* Appropriately documents all assessment findings, treatments and procedures, patient demographics, insurance and billing information.
* Demonstrates literacy in computerized information systems.
* Recognizes the signs and symptoms of life-threatening and non-life-threatening trauma and medical emergencies.
* Provides appropriate basic treatment as outlined in governing protocol(s), in route, or until advanced or definitive care is provided.
* Conducts field treatment at scene, in route or until definitive care is provided.
* Assists with patient treatment in clinical setting under the supervision and direction of a higher level provider.
* Communicates clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing, with patients, medical staff and public safety personnel, exhibiting familiarity with medical terminology.
* Ensures excellent condition of all ambulance supplies, medication and equipment to include checking expiration dates, stock amounts, functionality, cleanliness and repair/replacement as needed

What Does A Health Technician Do At Elements Behavioral Health

* Observes and monitors clients' behavior and intervenes based on schedule, individual client's treatment plan and house needs.
* Conducts UA drug screen collection when directed, following appropriate procedures.
* Facilitates assigned groups/meetings/activities and documents observations/milieu interventions in client records/shift log during every shift/group.
* Coordinates milieu treatment with counseling staff.
* Transports clients to airport, detox, appointments, hospital, doctor office, outside meetings, store runs, recreation groups and other guest/company transportation requirements
* Ensures client telephones are available during designated hours.
* Supervises self-administration of client medications.
* Conducts regular house checks, fire drills, and disaster drills to ensure safety and security.
* Completes new clients' admission/intake paperwork and conducts orientations including person and baggage search.
* Provides one-on-one supervision of at-risk clients (ATA risk; suicidal ideation, etc.) and ATA prevention per directive from Residential Supervisor or Program Director.
* Facilitates assigned aftercare groups and conducts house checks.
* Completes filing and other miscellaneous administrative work as assigned.
* Work schedule includes assignments to support clients in 24 x 7 facility.
* Maintain and pass annual background and TB screening, as well as random drug screening

What Does A Health Technician Do At Naval Medical Command

* You will provide audiometric testing and administrative function in support of the Hearing Conservation Program
* You will provide education and counseling on the prevention of hearing loss
* You will fit patients with different hearing protections
* Travel Required
* Not required
* Supervisory status
* No
* Who May Apply
* This job is open to…
* Current Permanent Competitive Service Federal Employees, VEOA, ADSM, Former Federal Employees, Certain Military Spouses EO 13473, Certain Former Overseas Employees EO 12721, Interchange eligible, Annuitant, and ICTAP eligibles
* Questions? This job is open to 4 groups.
* Job family (Series)
* Health Aid And Technician
* Requirements
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* Requirements
* Conditions of Employment
* Must be a US Citizen.
* Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. www.sss.gov
* Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
* Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
* May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period

What Does A Health Technician Do At Tetra Tech

* The Mission of ATSDR requires a broad spectrum of public health evaluations including environmental assessment surveillance and epidemiologic activities related to preventing or mitigating adverse health outcomes related to hazardous waste and industrial release exposure.
* As part of its mission ATSDR is authorized to conduct public health assessment activities such as, but not limited to, public health studies, public health assessments consultations, technical assistance, quick response evaluations, exposure investigations, biomonitoring activities, historic dose reconstruction ,exposure investigations, emergency response and related outreach and education activities, and other related public health activities.
* The scientific technical expert public health assessment activities of ATSDR
* are often far reaching, long term and will also include the following: Scientific, expert operational and logistical services to support ATSDRs public health assessment activities, platform project/site support which may include, but not be limited to the following: data gathering, evaluation, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination, environmental and biological sampling and monitoring and evaluation, data quality control, and assurance, analysis consultation, report preparation, training and general logistical coordination

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How To Become A Health Technician

Psychiatric technicians typically need postsecondary education, and aides need at least a high school diploma. Both technicians and aides get on-the-job training.

Education

Psychiatric technicians typically have a postsecondary certificate. Often, they have experience as a nursing assistant or a licensed practical nurse and have completed postsecondary education in nursing.

Some psychiatric technicians also may have a postsecondary certificate or associate’s degree in psychiatric or mental health technology. These programs are offered by community colleges and technical schools and include courses in biology, psychology, and counseling. Psychiatric technician programs may include supervised work experience or cooperative programs, in which students gain academic credit for structured work experience.

Psychiatric aides typically need a high school diploma.

Training

Psychiatric technicians and aides usually have a short period of on-the-job training before they can work without direct supervision.

Training may include working with patients while under the close supervision of an experienced technician or aide. Technicians and aides also may attend workshops, lectures, or inservice training.

Work Experience

Psychiatric technicians typically need clinical experience, which can be gained by working in occupations such as nursing assistant or licensed practical nurse.

Important Qualities

Compassion. Because psychiatric technicians and aides spend much of their time interacting with patients, they should be caring and want to help people.

Interpersonal skills. Psychiatric technicians and aides often provide ongoing care for patients, so they should be able to develop a rapport with them. Gaining such rapport makes psychiatric technicians and aides better able to treat their patients and evaluate their condition.

Observational skills. Technicians must watch patients closely and be sensitive to any changes in behavior. For their safety and that of their patients, they must recognize signs of discomfort or trouble among patients.

Patience. Working with the mentally ill can be emotionally challenging. Psychiatric technicians and aides must be able to stay calm in stressful situations.

Physical stamina. Psychiatric technicians and aides must be able to lift, move, and sometimes restrain patients. They must also be able to spend much of their time on their feet.

Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

Most states do not license psychiatric technicians. California is one of the larger states that does. For those states which license them, technicians usually are required to complete an accredited education program, pass an exam, and pay a fee to be licensed.

Psychiatric aides are not required to be licensed.

The American Association of Psychiatric Technicians offers four levels of certification for psychiatric technicians. The certifications allow technicians to show a high level of professional competency. Requirements vary by certification.

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Real Health Technician Salaries

Job Title	Company	Location	Start Date	Salary
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other*	Mount Sinai Medical Center	New York, NY	Nov 06, 2012	$90,000
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other*	Surgical Monitoring Services, Inc.	Boston, MA	Mar 26, 2013	$65,000 - $85,000
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other*	Surgical Monitoring Services, Inc.	Boston, MA	Aug 19, 2014	$65,000 - $85,000
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other*	Surgical Monitoring Services, Inc.	Lake Worth, FL	Nov 07, 2013	$50,000 - $70,000
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other	Glendale Kidney Center	Glendale, CA	Oct 14, 2008	$46,958
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Others	Impulse Monitoring, Inc.	Charlottesville, VA	Mar 01, 2010	$45,000 - $50,000
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other*	Matossian Eye Associates	Pennington, NJ	Aug 07, 2014	$40,269
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other*	Advanced Sleep Laboratories LLC	Sandy Springs, GA	Feb 20, 2013	$40,008 - $21
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other*	Advanced Sleep Laboratories LLC	Sandy Springs, GA	Dec 06, 2012	$40,008 - $21
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other*	Advanced Sleep Laboratories LLC	Sandy Springs, GA	Dec 19, 2012	$40,008 - $21
Health Technologist and Technician, All Other	Belmont Center for Comprehensive Treatment	Philadelphia, PA	Aug 18, 2010	$37,690
Health Technologists & Technician, All Others	Kidney Care Services	Jersey City, NJ	May 22, 2009	$37,378
Health Technologist	The Offices of Ramel A. Carlos, M.D., Inc.		Nov 15, 2009	$33,987
Health Technologist	The Offices of Ramel A. Carlos, M.D., Inc.		Mar 01, 2010	$33,987

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Top Skills for A Health Technician

Top Health Technician Skills

Vital Signs
Blood Pressure
Safe Environment

You can check out examples of real life uses of top skills on resumes here:

Provide basic client care services including vital signs, nutrition intake, hydration, food tolerance, and basic health status.
Worked with a team to perform health screenings including cholesterol, blood pressure, height/weight and body composition, and health coaching
Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
Utilize various computer systems and MS Office applications to maintain clinical logs, clinical databases, and electronic medical records.
Performed direct patient care activities that assist in meeting basic needs such as feeding, drinking, ambulating, and dressing.

Top Health Technician Employers

Department of Veterans Affairs

Medcor

VA Medical Center

Florida Department of Health

U.S. Navy

National Institutes of Health

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