Medical Technician
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Asheville, NC, United States
Summary
This position is located in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - assigned to the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service. Located in Asheville - NC.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. You must be proficient in basic written and spoken English in order to meet the requirements of this position. This position includes a Selective Placement Factor (skill - knowledge - ability or other worker characteristic basic to - and essential for - satisfactory performance of the job). Selective Placement Factors are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for a position. Applicants who do not meet it are ineligible for further consideration. The Selective Placement Factor for this position is: Experience performing phlebotomy/blood draws on human patients. To qualify for this position you must meet one of the following:
EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) full year of specialized experience - equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level - that equipped you with the particular knowledge - skills - and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position - and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is: Draws blood from patients and/or blood donors. Explains procedures to patients. Verifies patient’s or donor’s identity to ensure proper labeling of the blood. Provides assistance if patients have adverse reactions after blood is drawn. Labels the drawn blood for testing or processing. Enters patient information into a database. Assembles and maintains medical instruments such as needles - test tubes - and blood vials. Abides by infection control procedures. Takes inventory of supplies and stocks. Trains other staff members in phlebotomy techniques. ~OR~ EDUCATION: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects appropriate to the position to be filled. (Transcripts must be submitted at time of application) ~OR~ COMBINATION: Equivalent combinations of post‑high school education and specialized experience - as described above. Note: only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirements. Two full academic years of study - or 60 semester hours - beyond the second year is equivalent to one year of specialized experience. (Transcripts must be submitted at time of application) You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: Attention to Detail Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Reading Comprehension Self‑Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part‑time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. 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; religious; 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.
Physical Requirements: The work requires finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination required to perform blood collections and to manipulate a variety of laboratory devices - such as computerized instruments and computer terminals. May lift or otherwise assist other personnel in positioning patients. For routine and emergency procedures - positions under/on top of laboratory counters or instrument cabinets the reagent and supply items - some of which can weigh more than 45 pounds also - prolonged periods of standing - walking - pushing and reaching. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to operate laboratory equipment, computers and other equipment. Must wear personal protective equipment film badges as required for the designated work area. the work requires some physical workday. Due the meticulous nature of the job in the laboratory there may be special requirements for agility or dexterity such as exceptional hand/ eye coordination. Work Environment: works in a well‑lighted - ventilated and temperature‑controlled area in the hospital/clinical laboratory setting. Exposure to conditions normally expected in a laboratory setting which include blood and body fluids - chemical hazards - pathogens - and communicable diseases. The Selectee must comply with all Medical Center policies - procedures - and safety practices. Demonstrate working knowledge of the appropriate safety protocol to include standard precautions - SDS safety program - use of personal protective equipment in designated area - and perform proper hand‑washing techniques. The Selectee must demonstrate a positive attitude in the workplace showing dependability - cooperation and desire to produce the most accurate - timely and cost‑contained results attainable. The work involves regular and recurring moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions - e.g. - working with contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. The selectee is required to use personal protective equipment such as masks - gowns - gloves - or shields and carefully follow written procedures to minimize risks. For more information on these qualification standards - please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Duties
THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION - YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION. Performs venipunctures by correctly identifying patients as to name and full social security number - selecting appropriate collection devices (i.e. - proper collection tube - appropriate anticoagulant - etc.) and taking any necessary precautions in specimen preparation (i.e. - protect carotenes from light - place ammonias in ice slurry - etc.)
Collects stat specimens and therapeutic drugs from outpatients - critical care units or Emergency Department as required
Delivers specimens from collection areas to the main laboratory for analysis. Compiles with all Medical Center policies and procedures regarding safety practices
Performs inventory of collection supplies and stocks designated areas - including wards
Evaluates suitability of specimens for analysis - requesting new specimens if determined to be unusable
Controls sample physical conditions and responds to time factors. Measures 24‑hour urine collections accurately and prepares aliquots for analysis
Performs glucose tolerance tests using multiple complex steps
Must interpret fasting glucose level and determine appropriate dosage of glucose by integrating patient’s age - weight - and pregnancy status
Review and verify interfaced laboratory test results received from reference laboratories
Sort and distribute specimens to all sections of the laboratory to include chemistry - hematology - coagulation - rapid testing - microbiology and send outs in order or priority for best patient results and to meet turn‑around times
Perform other related duties as assigned
Work Schedule: Full Time - Monday - Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
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This position is located in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - assigned to the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service. Located in Asheville - NC.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS: ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English. You must be proficient in basic written and spoken English in order to meet the requirements of this position. This position includes a Selective Placement Factor (skill - knowledge - ability or other worker characteristic basic to - and essential for - satisfactory performance of the job). Selective Placement Factors are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for a position. Applicants who do not meet it are ineligible for further consideration. The Selective Placement Factor for this position is: Experience performing phlebotomy/blood draws on human patients. To qualify for this position you must meet one of the following:
EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) full year of specialized experience - equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level - that equipped you with the particular knowledge - skills - and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position - and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Specialized experience is: Draws blood from patients and/or blood donors. Explains procedures to patients. Verifies patient’s or donor’s identity to ensure proper labeling of the blood. Provides assistance if patients have adverse reactions after blood is drawn. Labels the drawn blood for testing or processing. Enters patient information into a database. Assembles and maintains medical instruments such as needles - test tubes - and blood vials. Abides by infection control procedures. Takes inventory of supplies and stocks. Trains other staff members in phlebotomy techniques. ~OR~ EDUCATION: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects appropriate to the position to be filled. (Transcripts must be submitted at time of application) ~OR~ COMBINATION: Equivalent combinations of post‑high school education and specialized experience - as described above. Note: only education in excess of the first 60 semester hours of a course of study leading to a bachelor's degree is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirements. Two full academic years of study - or 60 semester hours - beyond the second year is equivalent to one year of specialized experience. (Transcripts must be submitted at time of application) You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: Attention to Detail Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Reading Comprehension Self‑Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part‑time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. 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; religious; 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.
Physical Requirements: The work requires finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination required to perform blood collections and to manipulate a variety of laboratory devices - such as computerized instruments and computer terminals. May lift or otherwise assist other personnel in positioning patients. For routine and emergency procedures - positions under/on top of laboratory counters or instrument cabinets the reagent and supply items - some of which can weigh more than 45 pounds also - prolonged periods of standing - walking - pushing and reaching. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to operate laboratory equipment, computers and other equipment. Must wear personal protective equipment film badges as required for the designated work area. the work requires some physical workday. Due the meticulous nature of the job in the laboratory there may be special requirements for agility or dexterity such as exceptional hand/ eye coordination. Work Environment: works in a well‑lighted - ventilated and temperature‑controlled area in the hospital/clinical laboratory setting. Exposure to conditions normally expected in a laboratory setting which include blood and body fluids - chemical hazards - pathogens - and communicable diseases. The Selectee must comply with all Medical Center policies - procedures - and safety practices. Demonstrate working knowledge of the appropriate safety protocol to include standard precautions - SDS safety program - use of personal protective equipment in designated area - and perform proper hand‑washing techniques. The Selectee must demonstrate a positive attitude in the workplace showing dependability - cooperation and desire to produce the most accurate - timely and cost‑contained results attainable. The work involves regular and recurring moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions - e.g. - working with contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. The selectee is required to use personal protective equipment such as masks - gowns - gloves - or shields and carefully follow written procedures to minimize risks. For more information on these qualification standards - please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Duties
THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION - YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION. Performs venipunctures by correctly identifying patients as to name and full social security number - selecting appropriate collection devices (i.e. - proper collection tube - appropriate anticoagulant - etc.) and taking any necessary precautions in specimen preparation (i.e. - protect carotenes from light - place ammonias in ice slurry - etc.)
Collects stat specimens and therapeutic drugs from outpatients - critical care units or Emergency Department as required
Delivers specimens from collection areas to the main laboratory for analysis. Compiles with all Medical Center policies and procedures regarding safety practices
Performs inventory of collection supplies and stocks designated areas - including wards
Evaluates suitability of specimens for analysis - requesting new specimens if determined to be unusable
Controls sample physical conditions and responds to time factors. Measures 24‑hour urine collections accurately and prepares aliquots for analysis
Performs glucose tolerance tests using multiple complex steps
Must interpret fasting glucose level and determine appropriate dosage of glucose by integrating patient’s age - weight - and pregnancy status
Review and verify interfaced laboratory test results received from reference laboratories
Sort and distribute specimens to all sections of the laboratory to include chemistry - hematology - coagulation - rapid testing - microbiology and send outs in order or priority for best patient results and to meet turn‑around times
Perform other related duties as assigned
Work Schedule: Full Time - Monday - Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
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