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The Medical Technician performs phlebotomy and technical duties for the various sections of the medical center in support of the general sections of the medical and surgical care of patients in diagnostic functions to include blood-drawing procedures, assisting patients and specimen processing. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/24/2022. Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR). An IOR is a basic requirement that must be met in order to qualify for entry into this job series, and it is something that can't be waived. The Individual Occupational Requirement for the Health Technician - Phlebotomy position is: Specialized Experience: (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. 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. Advancement to positions up to GS-05 - candidates may be advanced without time restriction to positions up to GS-5 if the position to be filled is no more than two grades above the lowest grade the employee held within the preceding 52 weeks under his or her latest non-temporary competitive appointment. To qualify for a GS-05 position, the lowest possible grade held would be GS-03 (please provide SF-50).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. Specialized experience is defined as: Receive requests or instructions for venipuncture; deliver collected specimens to main lab for processing; explain venipuncture and/or urine collection process to patient; adhere to safety, infection control, and universal precautions at all times while drawing blood, collecting/transporting any body fluids or patient contact, includes such things as site preparation, removing tourniquets, wearing gloves, goggles, or protective gown/equipment and adhering special isolation precautions; establishes priorities for emergency orders; recognizes emergency situations and takes necessary actions; order and maintain supplies for phlebotomy work areas. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with courses related to the occupation, 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 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 1 year of specialized experience. Preferred Experience: The Best Qualified candidate will have a Phlebotomy Certification. Selective Placement Factor: Experience performing phlebotomy/blood draws on human patients. Compliance InspectionComputer SkillsCustomer Service (Clerical/Technical)Patient CareSpecimen 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: Work requires standing, walking, bending, lifting and carrying of light items. Should be allowed to change positions from sit, stand, walk every 30 minutes. Work may require some lifting. Lifting of 11-20 lbs. occasionally (not to exceed 1/3rd of workday), 1-10 lbs frequently (not to exceed 2/3rd of workday) and pushing and pulling not to exceed 60 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/. ["Job duties include, but are not limited to: Performs blood collection using a variety of phlebotomy techniques including vacutainer systems, syringe, and/or butterfly sticks. Collects blood specimens, using correct container and order of draw. Collects urine specimens and cultures in a manner that preserves the integrity of sample. Processes emergency specimens and routine specimens in a timely manner. Follows proper protocol for specialty blood draws. Evaluates the suitability of specimens. Experience performing phlebotomy/blood draws on human patients. Prepares electronic requisitions for samples to be sent to the reference laboratories. Uses a computer to retrieve laboratory test information. Performs computerized accessioning of patient specimens. Identifies inpatients and outpatients for whom laboratory tests have been ordered, and prints labels for appropriate blood samples. Understands and utilizes information resource technology (i.e. computers, printers, label printers, copy machines, phones, fax machines, various computer information packages, etc.). Provides education to patients for proper collection techniques of urine, stool, or other fluid collections. Interacts with patients, visitors, staff, students and volunteers in a courteous, helpful, tactful, cooperative, respectful and compassionate manner. Responds positively and in a timely manner to customer requests for service or information. Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately. Identifies patients and ensure proper sample procurement and specimen labeling. Assesses patient condition before, during, and after procedures. Administers initial intervention in the event of an emergency. Observes and reports any physical or mental changes during patient blood draws. Prepares samples for testing to include labeling, Sterilizes and autoclaves contaminated material according to safety policies. Cleans glassware and other reusable items following established policies and procedures. Adheres to all universal precautions, infection control, and safety regulations associated with phlebotomy. Collects specimens using proper patient identification and specimen labeling. Maintains operational and quality control logs, records, and worksheets. Identifies unusual test results or discrepancies/conditions that can lead to erroneous results. Work Schedule: Rotational, regular and irregular shifts. (5:00 AM-1:30 PM, 5:00 AM-5:30 PM, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM, 9:00 AM-5:30 PM, 11:00 AM-7:30 PM, 1:30 PM-10:00 PM, 3:30 PM-12:00 AM, 12:00 AM-8:30 AM, 5:30 PM-6:00 AM, 10:00 PM-6:30 AM). Monday - Friday, Holidays, Weekends.\nVirtual: This is not a virtual position\nPosition Description/PD#: Medical Technician (Phlebotomy)/PD07428A\nRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized\nPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized\nFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required"]