Medical Technician I - The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
Bethesda, MD 20814-0000
About the Job
Join the HJF Team!
HJF is seeking a Medical Technician I to support the University Family Health Center in the Department of Family Medicine, located in Bethesda, MD at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences.
Performs a range of patient care activities in a military outpatient medical clinic. Duties may also include an opportunity for participation in clinical research. These duties are numerous but include such things as patient screening, supervised administration of therapeutics and immunizations, stocking of medical supplies, conducting point of care testing, assisting in minor surgeries and procedures, and assistance in the administrative functioning of the clinic
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.
Responsibilities:- Provides technical support to 28 staff/guest providers; sets up instruments and equipment in preparation for minor surgical procedures and exams. Assist providers with dispensing of pharmacy medications.
- Performs patient screenings, immunizations, suture removals, and chaperone support.
- Assist with coordination of mass immunizations for USUHS.
- Schedules urgent and non-urgent patient appointments
- Orders and maintains supplies and equipment inventory, recording new materials as required
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
Education and Experience
- Associate's degree required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 0-2 years experience required.
1 year of experience in drawing blood or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved and is compliant with local state phlebotomy requirements is required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skill in use of word processing, spreadsheet, graphic, email, and database software.
- Ability to follow a standard operating procedure.
- Ability to independently plan and prioritize work.
- Ability to accurately explain informed consents to groups.
- Ability to be a self-starter and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to interface with investigators, research staff, and study participants.
- Ability to travel to clinics.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance.
Licenses and Certifications
Certified phlebotomist is preferred.
Work Environment
- This position will take place primarily in a clinic setting.
Compensation
- The hourly pay range for this position is $20.98-$31.25. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.
Benefits
- HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.
Some HJF employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved religious or medical accommodation will be required.
Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.