Medical Technician
The majority of the incumbent's day will be spent performing routine venipuncture specimen collections from outpatients and as needed in the following locations:
Community Living Center patients & Community Based Outpatient Centers. The incumbent will be required to proficiently collect this blood samples with a minimal number of failures,patient bruising, or required resticks and ensure that samples are submitted to the clinical laboratory with the least possible delay. Receives all requests for testing into the laboratory computer package. Verifies the accuracy and completeness of the request. Interacts with hospital personnel to correct discrepancies. Recognizes emergency situations and takes necessary action. The incumbent is also be required to receive and sort specimens, check request slips or shipping documents for proper information, log in specimen, and deliver specimens to various laboratory sections. Verifies sample transport requirements for a variety of laboratory tests, including cultures, biopsies, etc. The incumbent may also be assigned to technical support tasks that include, but are not limited to:
- Preparation of samples for testing in the various clinical laboratory sections, such as labeling, centrifugation, decanting, allocating, etc. - Distribution, storage and delivery of supplies and other materials used for the purpose of phlebotomy services. - Cleaning and restocking the blood collection room and areas where collection trays and equipment is stored. - Receiving phlebotomy requests utilizing both manual and computerized logging methods. - Recollection of patient specimens when determined by the medical technologists to be inadequate or insufficient to meet the test requirements. - Collection of additional samples as required for the purpose of performing additional requested testing. - Collection of timed specimens such as growth hormone, peak and trough drug levels and special collection techniques such as blood cultures and transfusion patient specimens. Phlebotomy Duties:
The incumbent instructs patients in proper sterile and non-sterile urine collections, 24-hour urine collection, collection of specimens for culture and sensitivity, ova and parasite, occult blood and special specimen collections for flu, DNA testing, environmental surveillance, urine drug screens, etc. Upon completion of collection measures and records urine volume and properly stores the sample for analysis. Uses standard aseptic procedures and safeguards. Blood sample collection must be performed in the manner described by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) as well as the written guidelines of P&LMS. Assists in writing and revising standard operating procedures relative to job performance. Controls contaminated or potentially dangerous specimens in accordance with agency requirements. Makes sound decisions independently, and takes appropriate action to correct and solve problems. Clerical Duties:
The incumbent answers incoming calls for Laboratory Services. Quickly finds and relays accurate information or refers the caller to technical personnel. Provides information to patients on the date/time of appointments and clinic locations. Informs patient on venipuncture procedure, securing the confidence and the cooperation of the patient during the procedure. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 7:
00 AM - 3:
30 PM Telework:
Not available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Medical Technician/PD504-2036-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/17/2020. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-03 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. General Experience is defined as:
(l) Any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation. Specialized Experience is defined as:
experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
(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. OR, Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have successful completion of (a) an associate-degree course of study of which the 2nd year of the 2-year program included successful completion of a training course of approximately a year's duration in a certified laboratory assistant school approved by a nationally recognized accrediting agency; (b) 1 year of study that included 6 semester hours in chemistry and/or the biological sciences, plus successful completion of the training course as described in (a) above for GS-3; OR (c) 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours of chemistry and/or biological science course work that must have been directly related to the specialization of the position to be filled. OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education. Note:
If education is used to meet specialized experience requirements, then such education must include courses directly related to the work of the position. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
AccountabilityAgilityAttention to DetailChemistrySpecimen CollectionTeaches OthersTechnical Competence 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. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. 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. Physical Requirements:
Light lifting (under 15 pounds); moderate carrying (15-44 pounds); pushing (4 hours); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers; walking (4 hours); standing (4 hours); kneeling (2 hours); repeated bending (4 hours); both legs required; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable at 13 to 16 to Jaeger 1 to 4; both eye required; depth perception; ability to distinguish basic colors; ability to distinguish shades of of colors; hearing (aid permitted); far vision correctable in one eye to 20/50 and to 20/100 in the other; mental and emotional stability required. The work requires extensive and recurring physical exertion such as standing for long periods of time, bending, walking, stooping, sitting, and stretching. The incumbent must have the digital dexterity and adequate vision to perform safe venipuncture procedures. Lifting will not exceed weight of 10 pounds. The incumbent must fully utilize all safety practice and equipment provided by the medical center, and in compliance with local and accrediting agency requirements. 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/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Community Living Center patients & Community Based Outpatient Centers. The incumbent will be required to proficiently collect this blood samples with a minimal number of failures,patient bruising, or required resticks and ensure that samples are submitted to the clinical laboratory with the least possible delay. Receives all requests for testing into the laboratory computer package. Verifies the accuracy and completeness of the request. Interacts with hospital personnel to correct discrepancies. Recognizes emergency situations and takes necessary action. The incumbent is also be required to receive and sort specimens, check request slips or shipping documents for proper information, log in specimen, and deliver specimens to various laboratory sections. Verifies sample transport requirements for a variety of laboratory tests, including cultures, biopsies, etc. The incumbent may also be assigned to technical support tasks that include, but are not limited to:
- Preparation of samples for testing in the various clinical laboratory sections, such as labeling, centrifugation, decanting, allocating, etc. - Distribution, storage and delivery of supplies and other materials used for the purpose of phlebotomy services. - Cleaning and restocking the blood collection room and areas where collection trays and equipment is stored. - Receiving phlebotomy requests utilizing both manual and computerized logging methods. - Recollection of patient specimens when determined by the medical technologists to be inadequate or insufficient to meet the test requirements. - Collection of additional samples as required for the purpose of performing additional requested testing. - Collection of timed specimens such as growth hormone, peak and trough drug levels and special collection techniques such as blood cultures and transfusion patient specimens. Phlebotomy Duties:
The incumbent instructs patients in proper sterile and non-sterile urine collections, 24-hour urine collection, collection of specimens for culture and sensitivity, ova and parasite, occult blood and special specimen collections for flu, DNA testing, environmental surveillance, urine drug screens, etc. Upon completion of collection measures and records urine volume and properly stores the sample for analysis. Uses standard aseptic procedures and safeguards. Blood sample collection must be performed in the manner described by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) as well as the written guidelines of P&LMS. Assists in writing and revising standard operating procedures relative to job performance. Controls contaminated or potentially dangerous specimens in accordance with agency requirements. Makes sound decisions independently, and takes appropriate action to correct and solve problems. Clerical Duties:
The incumbent answers incoming calls for Laboratory Services. Quickly finds and relays accurate information or refers the caller to technical personnel. Provides information to patients on the date/time of appointments and clinic locations. Informs patient on venipuncture procedure, securing the confidence and the cooperation of the patient during the procedure. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 7:
00 AM - 3:
30 PM Telework:
Not available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Medical Technician/PD504-2036-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 12/17/2020. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have 6 months of general experience and 6 months of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-03 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. General Experience is defined as:
(l) Any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position, or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with the subject matter or processes of the broad subject area of the occupation. Specialized Experience is defined as:
experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
(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. OR, Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have successful completion of (a) an associate-degree course of study of which the 2nd year of the 2-year program included successful completion of a training course of approximately a year's duration in a certified laboratory assistant school approved by a nationally recognized accrediting agency; (b) 1 year of study that included 6 semester hours in chemistry and/or the biological sciences, plus successful completion of the training course as described in (a) above for GS-3; OR (c) 2 years of study that included at least 12 semester hours of chemistry and/or biological science course work that must have been directly related to the specialization of the position to be filled. OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education. Note:
If education is used to meet specialized experience requirements, then such education must include courses directly related to the work of the position. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
AccountabilityAgilityAttention to DetailChemistrySpecimen CollectionTeaches OthersTechnical Competence 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. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. 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. Physical Requirements:
Light lifting (under 15 pounds); moderate carrying (15-44 pounds); pushing (4 hours); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers; walking (4 hours); standing (4 hours); kneeling (2 hours); repeated bending (4 hours); both legs required; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable at 13 to 16 to Jaeger 1 to 4; both eye required; depth perception; ability to distinguish basic colors; ability to distinguish shades of of colors; hearing (aid permitted); far vision correctable in one eye to 20/50 and to 20/100 in the other; mental and emotional stability required. The work requires extensive and recurring physical exertion such as standing for long periods of time, bending, walking, stooping, sitting, and stretching. The incumbent must have the digital dexterity and adequate vision to perform safe venipuncture procedures. Lifting will not exceed weight of 10 pounds. The incumbent must fully utilize all safety practice and equipment provided by the medical center, and in compliance with local and accrediting agency requirements. 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/.
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0645 Medical Technician - Salary Range:
$31,208 to $40,569 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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