Position Overview
Summary The Health Technician (HT) position is located at the Nonconnah VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Memphis, TN. The HT is a member of the PACT team and works under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The HT is responsible for observing, recording, and reporting changes in the patient's condition, as well as assisting in the development and ongoing revision of the patient-driven, holistic life care plan. Responsibilities Duties include but are not limited to: Demonstrate understanding of age and population specific characteristics that affect the health care needs of the Veteran. Promptly recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations, seeks assistance and effectively intervenes as directed when appropriate. Interact and communicate appropriately with patients and family members. Demonstrate professional behavior (i.e., respect others, collegiality, ability to accept constructive criticism), effective communication and interpersonal skills. Adhere to principles of in...