Lead Medical Technician

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual for a vital role in the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service. This position involves collecting and processing specimens, ensuring their integrity, and working closely with healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in phlebotomy and laboratory practices, along with excellent communication skills. Join a team committed to delivering quality care and making a difference in the lives of veterans. If you are passionate about healthcare and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory support and phlebotomy is essential.
• Proficiency in English is required for direct patient care positions.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and processing specimens in a laboratory setting.
• Ensuring proper storage conditions for specimen integrity.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Specimen Handling

Communication Skills

Clerical Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Practices

Job description

This position is located within the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service at the VA North Texas Healthcare System in Dallas, TX. The position is responsible for collecting and processing specimens, including computerized accessioning, and delivery to the point of analysis or, if analysis is delayed, ensuring proper storage conditions to preserve specimen integrity.

*THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, specimen collection, processing, and storage.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

English Language Proficiency Requirement: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless proficient in basic written and spoken English.

Selective Placement Factor: Experience performing phlebotomy/blood draws on human patients is essential.

At the GS-5 level, you must meet one of the following:

• Experience: At least one (1) year of specialized experience in laboratory support, phlebotomy, or related fields, including workflow management, specimen handling, and training.
• Education: A bachelor's degree with relevant coursework in laboratory practices, hematology, microbiology, or related fields.
• Combination: A mix of education and experience meeting the above criteria.

You will be rated on competencies including accountability, clerical skills, communication, computer skills, and specimen collection.

Additional Information:

Experience includes paid, unpaid, and volunteer work. All experience must include start/end dates and hours worked per week.

Physical Requirements: Work in a laboratory setting with physical activities such as walking, bending, standing, and lifting. Repetitive motion and eyestrain may occur when entering data into a computer.