Medical Technician - Phlebotomist
SummaryThese positions are Medical Technician, Phlebotomy positions with Pathology and Laboratory Department at VA Maine in Augusta, ME.
Recruitment Incentives have been authorized for highly qualified, eligible applicants to the FULL TIME positions.
Intermittent positions are not authorized Recruitment Incentive.
Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 10/12/2022 to 07/29/2023 Salary $37,696 - $49,009 per year Pay scale & grade GS 5 Help Location6 vacancies in the following location Togus, ME 6 vacancies Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent - Work schedule Multiple Schedules - Service Excepted Promotion potential 5 Job family (Series) 0645 Medical Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process CredentialingSuitability/Fitness Announcement number OCA-FY23-VISN1-TOG-MTP0645 Control number 682778700HelpThis job is open to Federal employees - Competitive service Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Military spouses Special authorities Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
Veterans Clarification from the agencyOpen to all STATUS eligible candidates.
VideosHelpDutiesTHIS OPEN & CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT (OCA) ESTABLISHES A STANDING REGISTER OF ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS, which closes on March 13, 2023.
The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be on or about October 26, 2022 with subsequent reviews every other week as additional vacancies occur, or on an as-needed basis, until positions are filled.
Please see the What To Expect Next area of the announcement which provides additional information on the referral process for this type of announcement.
The Medical Technician, Phlebotomy duties include but are not limited to:
Collects adequate and correct blood specimens by venipuncture or nucrotechnique.
Phlebotomists' technician works from requisitions, computerized phlebotomy lists and instructions or other verbal requests to obtain and collect patient's blood.
Is familiar with all urgencies and responds in a timely and appropriate manner (i.
e.
, STAT, ASAP, and Routine).
Performs data entry associated with phlebotomy.
Follows departmental policies to correctly identify the patient before any blood specimen is drawn by checking patient ID bracelet and to correctly label all specimens draw at the site of collection.
Duplicates computerized phlebotomy list is left on the Ward and informs nurse of any problems of any problems experienced.
Adheres to blood borne pathogen stand and precautions and all phlebotomy safety policies, when performing phlebotomy.
Delivers specimens to Laboratory in the most expedient manner and in the proper transport container.
Starts glucose tolerance procedures and collects remaining specimens at required times.
Draws other timed specimens as indicated.
Picks up and delivers to the Laboratory a variety of clinical or anatomic specimens other than blood.
Sorts and processes specimens received in central specimen receipt area of department in order of priority for best patient results and to meet turnaround time goals.
Using problem solving skills identifies and corrects any problems arising with the received specimens.
Handles relevant phone calls for the clinical and/or anatomic accessioning areas and where possible resolves whatever issues precipitated the telephone call based upon his/her knowledge and experience.
Maintains orderly and timely flow of specimens to the technical areas throughout tour of duty.
Maintains accurate and orderly operational and quality control logs, records and worksheets where required according to established department protocol.
Assures that phlebotomy tray is adequately replenished as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule:
Intermittent or Full Time (Multiple Tours)Virtual:
This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#:
Medical Technician - Phlebotomist/ 03452-ARelocation/Recruitment Incentives:
May Be Authorized for Eligible Full Time Appointees only.
Intermittent positions are not eligible for Recruitment or Relocation incentives.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not AuthorizedFinancial Disclosure Report:
Not requiredHelpRequirementsConditions of Employment You must be a U.
S.
Citizen to apply for this job.
All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
You may be required to serve a probationary period.
Subject to background/security investigation.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See Additional Information below for details.
QualificationsApplicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements United States Citizenship.
Education and/or Experience Combination:
Specialized Experience For positions at GS-4 and above:
(a) Technical medical laboratory support work such as performing laboratory tests and examinations (chemical, microbiologic, hematologic and blood banking) and preparing reports of findings or (b) technical support work in a closely related field, e.
g.
, biological laboratory technician work, that required application of the methods and techniques for the position to be filled.
ORFor GS-5:
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 PROVIDED IF USING EDUCATION FOR QUALIFICATIONPhysical Requirements:
The work requires some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring standing, walking, repetitive motion, bending or lifting up to 40 lbs.
In many situations, the duration of the activity (such as most of a workday) contributes to the arduous nature of the job.
There may be special requirements for agility or dexterity such as exceptional hand/eye coordination and use of both arms.
Must have color vision.
EducationIMPORTANT:
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note:
Only education or degrees recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.
You can verify your education here:
http:
//ope.
ed.
gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit:
http:
//www.
ed.
gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.
html.
/>Additional information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee.
Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience.
This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.
01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.
e.
, medical, religious or pregnancy).
VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations.
If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date.
The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Read more Benefits Help A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC.
WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Narrative responses are not required at this time.
If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview.
Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified.
Please follow all instructions carefully.
Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.
g.
, on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.
For more information on the Who may apply eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.
Placement Policy:
The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion.
The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement.
Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members:
Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
Recommended Skills Agility Biology Clinical Works Data Entry Health Administration Phlebotomy Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Recruitment Incentives have been authorized for highly qualified, eligible applicants to the FULL TIME positions.
Intermittent positions are not authorized Recruitment Incentive.
Learn more about this agencyHelpOverview Accepting applications Open & closing dates 10/12/2022 to 07/29/2023 Salary $37,696 - $49,009 per year Pay scale & grade GS 5 Help Location6 vacancies in the following location Togus, ME 6 vacancies Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent - Work schedule Multiple Schedules - Service Excepted Promotion potential 5 Job family (Series) 0645 Medical Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Trust determination process CredentialingSuitability/Fitness Announcement number OCA-FY23-VISN1-TOG-MTP0645 Control number 682778700HelpThis job is open to Federal employees - Competitive service Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Military spouses Special authorities Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
Veterans Clarification from the agencyOpen to all STATUS eligible candidates.
VideosHelpDutiesTHIS OPEN & CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT (OCA) ESTABLISHES A STANDING REGISTER OF ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS, which closes on March 13, 2023.
The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be on or about October 26, 2022 with subsequent reviews every other week as additional vacancies occur, or on an as-needed basis, until positions are filled.
Please see the What To Expect Next area of the announcement which provides additional information on the referral process for this type of announcement.
The Medical Technician, Phlebotomy duties include but are not limited to:
Collects adequate and correct blood specimens by venipuncture or nucrotechnique.
Phlebotomists' technician works from requisitions, computerized phlebotomy lists and instructions or other verbal requests to obtain and collect patient's blood.
Is familiar with all urgencies and responds in a timely and appropriate manner (i.
e.
, STAT, ASAP, and Routine).
Performs data entry associated with phlebotomy.
Follows departmental policies to correctly identify the patient before any blood specimen is drawn by checking patient ID bracelet and to correctly label all specimens draw at the site of collection.
Duplicates computerized phlebotomy list is left on the Ward and informs nurse of any problems of any problems experienced.
Adheres to blood borne pathogen stand and precautions and all phlebotomy safety policies, when performing phlebotomy.
Delivers specimens to Laboratory in the most expedient manner and in the proper transport container.
Starts glucose tolerance procedures and collects remaining specimens at required times.
Draws other timed specimens as indicated.
Picks up and delivers to the Laboratory a variety of clinical or anatomic specimens other than blood.
Sorts and processes specimens received in central specimen receipt area of department in order of priority for best patient results and to meet turnaround time goals.
Using problem solving skills identifies and corrects any problems arising with the received specimens.
Handles relevant phone calls for the clinical and/or anatomic accessioning areas and where possible resolves whatever issues precipitated the telephone call based upon his/her knowledge and experience.
Maintains orderly and timely flow of specimens to the technical areas throughout tour of duty.
Maintains accurate and orderly operational and quality control logs, records and worksheets where required according to established department protocol.
Assures that phlebotomy tray is adequately replenished as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule:
Intermittent or Full Time (Multiple Tours)Virtual:
This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#:
Medical Technician - Phlebotomist/ 03452-ARelocation/Recruitment Incentives:
May Be Authorized for Eligible Full Time Appointees only.
Intermittent positions are not eligible for Recruitment or Relocation incentives.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not AuthorizedFinancial Disclosure Report:
Not requiredHelpRequirementsConditions of Employment You must be a U.
S.
Citizen to apply for this job.
All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
You may be required to serve a probationary period.
Subject to background/security investigation.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See Additional Information below for details.
QualificationsApplicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Basic Requirements United States Citizenship.
Education and/or Experience Combination:
Specialized Experience For positions at GS-4 and above:
(a) Technical medical laboratory support work such as performing laboratory tests and examinations (chemical, microbiologic, hematologic and blood banking) and preparing reports of findings or (b) technical support work in a closely related field, e.
g.
, biological laboratory technician work, that required application of the methods and techniques for the position to be filled.
ORFor GS-5:
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 PROVIDED IF USING EDUCATION FOR QUALIFICATIONPhysical Requirements:
The work requires some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring standing, walking, repetitive motion, bending or lifting up to 40 lbs.
In many situations, the duration of the activity (such as most of a workday) contributes to the arduous nature of the job.
There may be special requirements for agility or dexterity such as exceptional hand/eye coordination and use of both arms.
Must have color vision.
EducationIMPORTANT:
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note:
Only education or degrees recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment.
You can verify your education here:
http:
//ope.
ed.
gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit:
http:
//www.
ed.
gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.
html.
/>Additional information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave:
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee.
Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience.
This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply.
The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.
01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.
e.
, medical, religious or pregnancy).
VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations.
If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date.
The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
Read more Benefits Help A career with the U.
S.
government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC.
WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Narrative responses are not required at this time.
If you are referred for consideration, you may be asked to submit additional job related information, which may include, but not limited to; responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities; completion of a work sample, and/or contact for an interview.
Your resume and/or supporting documentation will be verified.
Please follow all instructions carefully.
Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.
g.
, on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.
For more information on the Who may apply eligibility requirements, please refer to the OHRM Status Candidates and Other Candidate Definitions document.
Placement Policy:
The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion.
The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement.
Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members:
Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
Recommended Skills Agility Biology Clinical Works Data Entry Health Administration Phlebotomy Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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