Health Technician

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Belton (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas City VA Medical Center seeks a Health Technician for a Community Based Outpatient Clinic. The role involves specimen collection, patient assessment, and supporting clinical staff in a vital medical environment. Hours are Monday to Friday, 6:45am-3:15pm CST, with no virtual options.

Qualifications

• Experience collecting and processing specimens.
• Must meet time-in-grade requirements for GS-06 position.
• Current Federal employees must submit SF-50.

Responsibilities

• Collect, label, and process specimens including venipuncture.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Manage patient scheduling, records, and assist with patient assessments.

Skills

Specimen collection

Patient check-in/out

Electronic medical records management

Diagnostic procedures

Communication

Job description

Summary

The Kansas City VA Medical Center is seeking a Health Technician assigned to a Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) under the Kansas City VA Medical Center. CBOCs, aligned with the Primary Care Service Line, provide outpatient medical care to Veterans in rural areas.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all requirements by 06/30/2025. Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements: for a GS-06 position, one year at GS-05 is required. Submit an SF-50 demonstrating this. Experience must include collecting, labeling, and processing specimens (e.g., venipuncture, urine collection), and providing administrative support such as scheduling and patient check-in/out. For detailed standards, visit OPM standards.

Duties

• Collect, label, and process specimens (venipuncture, urine, etc.)
• Perform diagnostic procedures like venipuncture and EKG
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies
• Order and prepare reagents and solutions
• Calibrate and control laboratory instrumentation
• Review tele-retinal imaging referrals and perform imaging on diabetic patients
• Assist with patient assessments, vital signs, and preparation for examinations
• Participate in emergency procedures and maintain safety policies
• Maintain exam rooms and supplies
• Perform complex patient care procedures (e.g., sterile specimens, respiratory treatments, dressing changes, ostomy care, catheterizations)
• Manage patient scheduling and records
• Support clinical staff and orient new employees
• Follow VA policies and communicate effectively
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and participate in team activities

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:45am-3:15pm CST. This is not a virtual position.

Position Description: PD# 08326A. Recruitment incentives and PCS not authorized.