Lead Medical Technician
Major Duties:
Using proper patient identification and specimen labeling, the incumbent collects blood specimens and ensures safe, non-traumatic processes are used to maintain patient safety and assure specimen quality. Incumbent performs blood collection using a variety of phlebotomy techniques including vacutainer system, syringe, butterfly or capillary finger sticks with a minimal number of failures, patient bruising, or required repeat collection, ensuring that samples are submitted to the clinical laboratory with the least possible delay. Follows standard operating procedures for guidance in specimen collection, however, not all situations will be addressed in procedure manuals and technician frequently must use professional knowledge when collecting specimens. Identifies tests that require special handling conditions and appropriately performs proper specimen collection. Leads a team of employees performing work at the GS-3/GS-4. Provides guidance and technical direction for accomplishing this work. Works with the supervisor to ensure best possible care for the patients. Ability to deal with a variety of individuals with tact and diplomacy. Can interpret and explain VA policies to employees and patients. Ability to present self in a professional attitude and to create a positive impressions management's representative. Specimen processing is performed independently, without supervision. Supervisor and/or medical technologists are available for consultation on complex issues. Provide education to patients regarding the collection of blood samples and potential complications and other collection requirements as needed. Work Schedule:
Full Time, Daytime hours, Weekends, holidays. (Will be further Discussed) Telework:
Not Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Lead Medical Technician/PD606860 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, 12/11/2020. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-4 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. 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 successfully completed 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. OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond the first 60 semester hours is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED). You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Computer SkillsCustomer ServicePatient CareQuality AssuranceSpecimen Collection 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:
The work requires manual dexterity and exceptional hand/eye coordination, some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring walking, bending and sitting. In many situations the durations of the activities (such as most of the workday) contributes to the arduous nature of the job. Position requires lifting of moderately heavy items, usually less than 35 lbs. 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.
Using proper patient identification and specimen labeling, the incumbent collects blood specimens and ensures safe, non-traumatic processes are used to maintain patient safety and assure specimen quality. Incumbent performs blood collection using a variety of phlebotomy techniques including vacutainer system, syringe, butterfly or capillary finger sticks with a minimal number of failures, patient bruising, or required repeat collection, ensuring that samples are submitted to the clinical laboratory with the least possible delay. Follows standard operating procedures for guidance in specimen collection, however, not all situations will be addressed in procedure manuals and technician frequently must use professional knowledge when collecting specimens. Identifies tests that require special handling conditions and appropriately performs proper specimen collection. Leads a team of employees performing work at the GS-3/GS-4. Provides guidance and technical direction for accomplishing this work. Works with the supervisor to ensure best possible care for the patients. Ability to deal with a variety of individuals with tact and diplomacy. Can interpret and explain VA policies to employees and patients. Ability to present self in a professional attitude and to create a positive impressions management's representative. Specimen processing is performed independently, without supervision. Supervisor and/or medical technologists are available for consultation on complex issues. Provide education to patients regarding the collection of blood samples and potential complications and other collection requirements as needed. Work Schedule:
Full Time, Daytime hours, Weekends, holidays. (Will be further Discussed) Telework:
Not Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Lead Medical Technician/PD606860 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, 12/11/2020. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-4 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. 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 successfully completed 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. OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond the first 60 semester hours is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement. (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED). You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Computer SkillsCustomer ServicePatient CareQuality AssuranceSpecimen Collection 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:
The work requires manual dexterity and exceptional hand/eye coordination, some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring walking, bending and sitting. In many situations the durations of the activities (such as most of the workday) contributes to the arduous nature of the job. Position requires lifting of moderately heavy items, usually less than 35 lbs. 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:
$37,539 to $48,803 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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