Health Technician II

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Health Technician II Job Category AFSCME 1761 (COLT) Department RSH Hurtado Health Center Overview Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Health Technician II for the Hurtado Health Center. The Health Tech II reports directly to the Nurse Supervisor and provides direct health care support to the patients in collaboration with the other healthcare team members. Facilitates patient care and prepares patients for visits, assist clinicians with procedures, performs office tests and procedures as requested by clinicians.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Under the direct supervision of the Nurse Supervisor or his/her designee, provides basic health assessments and health care support to students.

• Facilitates patient care by obtaining an appropriate health history and identifying the patient's reason for visit.

• Prepares patient for visits, assists clinicians with procedures, and performs office tests and procedures as requested by clinicians.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Work Arrangement FLSA Nonexempt Grade 15 Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 39868.140 Annual Mid Range Salary 46837.900 Annual Maximum Salary 54100.670 Standard Hours 35.00 Union Description AFSCME - Local 1761 COLT Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff

• 10 month Position Pension Eligibility PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school/vocational school education or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) year of related paid experience.

Certifications/Licenses

• Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Computer literacy, typing proficiency, and ability to use the Electronic Medical Record required.

• Must be able to communicate effectively and be understood in English, maintain confidentiality, and be courteous and tactful under stress.

• Requires the ability to multi-task, read health history forms and other medical documents, and interact with students.

• Must be able to lift patients, push wheelchairs/stretchers and move from desk to exam room on a recurrent basis.

• May involve evening hours.

• May require floating to two satellite health centers.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR certification or ability and willingness to be trained and certified.

Equipment Utilized

• Use of Computer, Electronic Medical Records (MEDICAT), EKG machine, CLIA waived Laboratory Testings (Urinalysis, Rapid Strep, Rapid flu), BP cuff, thermometer and scale.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to lift patients, push wheelchairs/stretchers and move from desk to exam room on a recurrent basis.

Special Conditions

• Multiple vacancies.

Posting Details

Posting Number 23ST2370 Posting Open Date 08/31/2023 Special Instructions to Applicants

Message to AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members ONLY: To apply, an application or resume must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Monday, 09/11/2023. Although AFSCME Local 1761 (COLT) members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.

Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Rutgers University

• New Brunswick City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

Multiple Sites

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Are you currently a member of AFSCME 1761 (COLT)?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a High school/vocational school education or equivalent?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have a minimum of one (1) year of related paid experience?

• Yes

• No

• Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents