Occupation
Health Technician
A health technician provides direct clinical support in hospitals, clinics, or long-term care settings, handling tasks such as operating medical equipment, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with basic patient care under the supervision of nurses or physicians. The role requires accurate data entry and documentation to keep patient records current, along with solid command of medical terminology to communicate effectively with clinical staff. People in this position are typically detail-oriented, calm under pressure, and hold a certification or associate's degree in a health-related field.
How much does a Health Technician make?
Too few Health Technician postings state pay to publish a median yet: 8 of 8 open roles do, and we wait for 25.
Who is hiring for Health Technician roles?
8 open Health Technician roles from 5 employers; the most at Indian Health Service, Veterans Health Administration and Air National Guard Units.
From employers’ own postings, as of.
Health Technician in the job market
Last checked October 28, 2026
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Open Health Technician roles (8)
Health Technician (OPD)
Indian Health Service
Whiteriver, AZ · $40,736 – $59,031
This outpatient clinic role provides patient care and technical support, including vital signs, basic lab work, EKG, and specimen collection under a medical provider's direction. It suits someone with healthcare experience or relevant education who can work flexible shifts and handle both clinical duties and electronic documentation.
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Health Technician - Occupational Health
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · North Chicago, IL · $45,538 – $73,333
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.
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Health Technician
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Schofield Barracks, HI · $42,528 – $55,287
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Health Technician
Defense Health Agency
Augusta, GA · $55,882 – $72,644
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HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Air National Guard Units
Eielson Afb, AK · $63,186 – $82,139
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Health Technician (Fitness)
Indian Health Service
Chinle, AZ · $40,736 – $59,031
This role provides fitness education, health screenings, and wellness program coordination at a tribal health center in Arizona. It suits someone with experience in fitness instruction, health assessment, or community health program support who wants to work in a federal health service setting.
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Health Technician
Veterans Health Administration
Cottonwood, AZ · $40,736 – $52,957
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Health Technician
Indian Health Service
Gallup, New Mexico · $51,007 – $66,311
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Pharmacy Technician (Controlled Substances)
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Charleston, SC · $70,175 – $91,224
This role manages controlled substances in a VA pharmacy, handling inventory, dispensing, compliance inspections, and regulatory documentation. It suits certified pharmacy technicians with specialized knowledge of controlled substance protocols and experience working in regulated healthcare environments.
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Medical Assistant
HonorHealth
Listed on HonorHealth’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Clinical Laboratory Technician
Quad
Newport News, VA
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Pharmacy Technician
Brookshire Grocery Company
Tulsa, OK
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Medical Assistant
Cleveland Clinic
Listed on Cleveland Clinic’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Pharmacy Aid
Indian Health Service
Belcourt, ND · $40,629 – $57,638
This is a pharmacy support role at the Indian Health Service where you'll prepare medications, manage inventory, and assist patients and clinical staff. You'll be part of a team dedicated to serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
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Lead Pharmacy Technician
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Pensacola, FL · $50,460 – $65,599
This role leads a team of pharmacy technicians at a military hospital, overseeing prescription processing, drug inventory management, and staff coordination. It suits experienced technicians ready to move into supervision and take on administrative and training responsibilities alongside clinical pharmacy work.
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Medical Assistant
Lifepoint Hospitals
Vernal, UT
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Medical Assistant
Longs Drugs
Detroit, MI
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Medical Assistant
Vanderbilt University & Medical Center
VANDERBILT INTEG PEDS RIVERGATE (LOC99583)
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Employers hiring Health Technicians
5 in total, most open roles first.
- ISIndian Health Service3 roles
- VA
- AUAir National Guard Units1 role
- DADefense Health Agency1 role
- MD