Laboratory Technician Senior (Part-Time): Coffeewood Correctional Center #W0026

Virginia Department of Corrections; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections, Coffeewood Correctional Center, seeks a Laboratory Technician Senior for part-time hours (up to 29 per week). The role provides laboratory support in the Medical Department and performs tests such as blood counts, chemistry, urinalysis, and related procedures in a correctional setting.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, phlebotomy skills, microbiology knowledge, and the ability to operate lab equipment and maintain logs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy skills including venipuncture.
• Knowledge of microbiology and laboratory science.
• Ability to operate and maintain point-of-care equipment.
• Good record-keeping and data reporting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab tests (blood counts, chemistry, urinalysis) as assigned.
• Maintain documentation, logs and inventory of supplies.
• Provide orientation and support to medical staff and inmates.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Record keeping

Computer literacy

Independent work

Analytical skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Point-of-care equipment

Laboratory equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Laboratory Technician Senior (Part-Time): Coffeewood Correctional Center #W0026

State Role Title:Laboratory and Research Tech

Hiring Range: $20.59 - $32.09

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location:Coffeewood Correctional Center

Agency Website:https://www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Flexible staffing arrangement for Laboratory Technicians seeking additional hours, no more than an average of 29 hours per week. This position provides laboratory support in the Medical Department and primarily performs various lab tests, such as blood counts, sodium and potassium analysis, serum chemistries, urinalysis, and a number of other procedures. Performs control-value testing on equipment, updates charts and records, schedules appointments, and maintains documentation in appropriate logs and files. Provides orientation to medical staff and inmates and maintains adequate and appropriate lab supplies. The wage employment period resets on May 1 of the following year. All wage employees are limited to working no more than 29 hours per week on average over the 12-month period. This wage position offers no state benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Phlebotomy skills to include venipuncture
• Knowledge of microbiology and laboratory science
• Ability to operate and maintain various point-of-care equipment
• Working knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of record keeping
• Skilled in recording and reporting test results
• Demonstrated ability to operate standard laboratory equipment
• Demonstrated skill and proficiency in the use of computers and related hardware, applications, and software to include the Internet and Microsoft Office or similar office productivity software, and automated databases
• Ability to accurately assess situations. Ability to work independently and prioritize assignments
• Ability to follow established laboratory procedures and manage/meet all deadlines

Additional Considerations

• Experience working in a Corrections or Law enforcement environment

Background Investigation Requirements

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements

Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements

Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences

Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

EEO Statement

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Veteran and Other Service Member encouragement

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Alternative Hiring Process for individuals with disabilities

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.