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The Intermediate Care Technician (ICT) serves as an advance technician for outpatient care settings such as; primary care, mental health, and specialty clinics. The incumbent performs ongoing patient care duties for the intensive care unit. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-07 grade level: One year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-06 grade level in the federal service); experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) and other characteristics to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled, in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience includes: experience performing observation-based screening and collecting patient information, taking vital signs, conducting 12-lead electrocardiograms (EKGs), conducting tests using Abbott i-STAT handheld blood analyzers, glucometer, etc.; setting up equipment and surgical instrumentation; assisting with cryotherapy, incision and drainage, ambulation, and Foley coude' catheter insertion; performing wound care such as bandaging, application of dressings and wound measurements; performing specimen collection and preparation; assisting with patient exams and screening; assisting with mental health care such as crisis intervention, behavioral/mental health screens, interviews, and observing behavioral patients; assisting with patient exams and screening; documenting actions, interventions and procedures in the medical record. (Your experience must be detailed in your resume to receive credit.) OR Applicants may substitute education for the experience required for the GS-07 level. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have one (1) year of graduate education (18 semester hours) directly related to this position. (Transcript(s) required). OR Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at the GS-07 level. You must have an equivalent combination of specialized experience and education to meet the qualification requirements. (Ex. 6 months of specialized experience and 9 hours of graduate education). To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 60 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-07. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. ["Major duties include, but are not limited to: Performs observation-based screening and collecting patient information in collaboration with licensed personnel. Completes approved templates and tools, such as the outpatient intake form, normal result notes, and follow up treatment protocols established by the agency. Assists licensed personnel with crisis intervention; performs behavioral/mental health screens and, conducts interview Manages aggressive or suicidal psychiatric patients, by providing one-to-one observations and applying prevention and management of disruptive behavior techniques (PMDB). Utilizes communication techniques required to complete the questioners and templates approved for use in any outpatient clinical setting, including active listening, restating, and mirroring. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for the patient while promoting a sense of worth and dignity under the supervision of the licensed personnel. Delivers care to patients with complex, specialized, and potentially life-threatening situations. prepares patients for medical evaluation, setting up equipment, passing instruments and providing treatment during in person or virtual visits. Conducts or assists with the training of personnel. Collects a wide range of specimens and preparing them for transfer to processing. Observes patient status and keeps licensed clinical staff informed of any change in condition. Performs and records patient Vital Signs. Documents actions, interventions and patient response in the patient's health record. Follows national and local pharmacy and facility guidelines for disposal of medications. Work Schedule: 8 or 12 hour tours to include alternate weekends and alternate holidays as scheduled.\nPosition Description Title/PD#: Intermediate Care Technician/ 99794S\nPhysical Requirements: The work involves extended periods of bending, standing and walking. Generally, the work requires recurring physical exertion with assisting patients."]