# Health Technician - Occupational Health

Hiring organization: [Veterans Health Administration](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/veterans-health-administration)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/1aaa19e9-3790-48cd-8811-60f12de9c2a9

Listed on Veterans Health Administration's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Entry
- Location: North Chicago, IL
- Salary: 45538 – 73333 USD per year

## Summary

This role supports occupational health clinics at a federal veterans' health center, handling patient intake, conducting hearing and respiratory screening tests, managing medical databases, and coordinating health education programs. It suits someone with medical office experience or healthcare training who can work independently with diverse patient populations in a structured federal environment.

_Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration's wording._

## Required

- One year of specialized experience in medical practice or outpatient care, OR a bachelor's degree with 24+ semester hours in a related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to perform patient screening and testing (hearing, respiratory, blood pressure)
- Ability to maintain medical records and databases
- Ability to conduct patient education and health counseling

## Nice to have

- Knowledge of federal Occupational Safety and Health programs (asbestos surveillance, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, ionizing radiation, bloodborne pathogens, communicable disease, infection control)
- Experience in federal occupational safety and health programs
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients in a tactful and professional manner

Apply on Veterans Health Administration's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889410900