Medical Technician - Phlebotomy

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Bay Pines (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Technician - Phlebotomist for the CW Bill Young Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL. The role involves specimen collection, assisting in laboratory tests, and requires proficiency in English and experience in phlebotomy. Candidates must be willing to relocate within a commutable distance.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in basic written and spoken English required.
• Experience performing phlebotomy/blood draws on human patients.
• Specialized experience equivalent to GS-4 or combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Performing specimen collection and processing.
• Assisting with laboratory procedures and tests.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation.

Skills

Computer Skills

Customer Service

Patient Care

Quality Assurance

Specimen Collection

Education

Bachelor's degree with relevant coursework

Job description

The incumbent serves as a Medical Technician - Phlebotomist at the CW Bill Young Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Bay Pines, FL, within the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service. The role involves assisting Medical Technologists, Supervisors, and Managers in specimen collection, examination, receipt, processing, shipment procedures, and performing phlebotomy in inpatient and outpatient settings.

*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:

• Performing specimen collection and processing
• Assisting with laboratory procedures and tests
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation

Requirements:

Qualifications:

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), proficiency in basic written and spoken English is required for direct patient care positions.

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

To qualify at the GS-5 level, you must meet one of the following:

• Experience: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4, involving laboratory support work, performing tests, and following detailed procedures.
• Education: Successful completion of a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with relevant coursework.
• Combination: Education and experience combined, with specific credit for coursework beyond 60 semester hours.

You will be evaluated on competencies including Computer Skills, Customer Service, Patient Care, Quality Assurance, and Specimen Collection.

Note: A full year of work is considered 35-40 hours per week. All experience must include start/end dates. Volunteer work is also credited.

Physical Requirements: The role may involve lifting, standing, bending, prolonged standing, digital dexterity, and visual acuity for venipuncture. Safety practices must be followed, and physical assistance may be required for patients.

For more information, visit OPM Qualification Standards.