OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN

School of Medicine

Established in 1930, Duke University School of Medicine is the youngest of the nation's top medical schools. Ranked sixth among medical schools in the nation, the School takes pride in being an inclusive community of outstanding learners, investigators, clinicians, and staff where interdisciplinary collaboration is embraced and great ideas accelerate translation of fundamental scientific discoveries to improve human health locally and around the globe. Composed of more than 2,600 faculty physicians and researchers, nearly 2,000 students, and more than 6,200 staff, the Duke University School of Medicine along with the Duke University School of Nursing, and Duke University Health System comprise Duke Health, a world-class academic medical center. The Health System encompasses Duke University Hospital, Duke Regional Hospital, Duke Raleigh Hospital, Duke Health Integrated Practice, Duke Primary Care, Duke Home Care and Hospice, Duke Health and Wellness, and multiple affiliations.

Duke Employee Occupational Health & Wellness (EOHW) within the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Tech for a full-time position.  Duke Employee Occupational Health and Wellness (EOHW) provides services for over 45,000 faculty and staff of the Duke University Health System and Duke University.

JOB DUTIES

• Administer routine vaccinations
• Maintain detailed records of tests performed and report laboratory test results to appropriate personnel
• Collect blood specimens from patients using venipuncture or finger stick
• Perform drug screenings
• Explain treatment procedures to patients and prepare patients for examinations and procedures
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and perform basic laboratory tests on the premises
• Remove sutures/staples
• Change sterile and non-sterile dressings
• Maintain clinical supply of patient care supply
• Manage the fit testing program, which includes maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment, accurately fit testing for N95 masks for tuberculosis
• Perform phlebotomy, EKG’s, vision screening, vaccine administration, TB Testing, color blind screening for groups out of compliance
• Plan and schedule annual audiograms for the departments in hearing conservation program
• Plan and schedule Fit Testing. Prepare and calibrate equipment daily prior to use
• Assisting in other EOHW roles and duties when needs are known, at any one of the EOHW's clinic, located in Durham or Raleigh, NC

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

JOB SKILLS

Strong written and oral communication skills. Self-directed with ability to adapt to a changing environment. Strong problem solving with ability to prioritize, planning, dependability, detail-oriented and highly organized, knowledge of medical terminology. Experience with Word, PowerPoint, Excel programs desired.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

1. EMT- Complete a state approved accredited EMT education program and be certified as a North Carolina EMT.

(OR)

2. Licensed Practical Nurse- Graduation from an accredited program and licensed to practice in the state of North Carolina.

(OR)

3. Certified Medical Assistant-Graduation from a Medical Assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). High school or GED graduation required. Certification by AAMA or AMT required. Certification by AAMA preferred.

College degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred.

EXPERIENCE

None required above minimum education/certification requirements. 1-3 years relevant experience preferred.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.