Health Technician-Phlebotomist
The employee performs many lab functions which include, but are not limited to the following tasks:
Perform all clerical duties required of the position, including work lists, logs, etc. Instruct students, volunteers and trainees in the performance of phlebotomy and test procedures with the information and experience required to understand underlying disease processes and inform the ward and/or physician if unable to obtain specimen. May be called on to familiarize medical residents and Medical Center Staff on the technical aspects of Phlebotomy. Sets up equipment for all phlebotomy procedures, making sure that all phlebotomy and ancillary equipment is functioning to standard. Reports changes in patient status i.e., vital signs, oxygen saturation, diaphoresis, change in skin color, level of consciousness and reports the changes to MD/RN. Monitors the patient environment to ensure patient safety during phlebotomy procedures. Exercises a high degree of flexibility and ability to function in emergent patient care situations. Responsible to transport specimens to the laboratory including those requiring special handling. Adheres to the Infection Control Guidelines for the Medical Center. Maintains records of procedures performed by the Phlebotomy staff. Work Schedule:
Monday - Thursday/20 hours Position Description Title/PD#:
Health Technician-Phlebotomist/PD03058A Physical Requirements:
The work is primarily sedentary, but also requires some standing, walking, bending, lifting and carrying of light items. The work requires above average agility and dexterity. The work requires lifting of equipment or supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-05 grade level:
One(1) year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. Technician experience is experience that required application of the knowledge, methods, and techniques of the position to be filled. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to the GS-4 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes understanding policies and procedures as related to patient care; performing phlebotomy techniques, procedures and other specimen collection procedures; setting up equipment for all phlebotomy procedures; instructing patients in the proper procedures to follow prior, during and after test; preparing referral specimens for shipment; performing all clerical duties; and maintaining records of procedures. 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. OR, Successfully completed a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects directly related to this position. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business or technical school, junior college, college or university for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business or technical school. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) OR, Possess equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience to meet total qualification requirements for the GS-5. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 60 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-5. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Perform all clerical duties required of the position, including work lists, logs, etc. Instruct students, volunteers and trainees in the performance of phlebotomy and test procedures with the information and experience required to understand underlying disease processes and inform the ward and/or physician if unable to obtain specimen. May be called on to familiarize medical residents and Medical Center Staff on the technical aspects of Phlebotomy. Sets up equipment for all phlebotomy procedures, making sure that all phlebotomy and ancillary equipment is functioning to standard. Reports changes in patient status i.e., vital signs, oxygen saturation, diaphoresis, change in skin color, level of consciousness and reports the changes to MD/RN. Monitors the patient environment to ensure patient safety during phlebotomy procedures. Exercises a high degree of flexibility and ability to function in emergent patient care situations. Responsible to transport specimens to the laboratory including those requiring special handling. Adheres to the Infection Control Guidelines for the Medical Center. Maintains records of procedures performed by the Phlebotomy staff. Work Schedule:
Monday - Thursday/20 hours Position Description Title/PD#:
Health Technician-Phlebotomist/PD03058A Physical Requirements:
The work is primarily sedentary, but also requires some standing, walking, bending, lifting and carrying of light items. The work requires above average agility and dexterity. The work requires lifting of equipment or supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-05 grade level:
One(1) year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position. Technician experience is experience that required application of the knowledge, methods, and techniques of the position to be filled. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to the GS-4 level in the Federal service. Specialized experience includes understanding policies and procedures as related to patient care; performing phlebotomy techniques, procedures and other specimen collection procedures; setting up equipment for all phlebotomy procedures; instructing patients in the proper procedures to follow prior, during and after test; preparing referral specimens for shipment; performing all clerical duties; and maintaining records of procedures. 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. OR, Successfully completed a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects directly related to this position. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business or technical school, junior college, college or university for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business or technical school. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) OR, Possess equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience to meet total qualification requirements for the GS-5. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) To calculate, first identify the percentage of required education you have earned (when substituting, you cannot use the first 60 semester hours that you earned). Then identify the percentage of required experience you possess. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify at the GS-5. For example, an applicant who has 9 semester hours of graduate level education (i.e. 50% of graduate education required) and 6 months of creditable specialized experience (i.e. 50% of the required experience) would equal 100% of the required experience for the position A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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.
- Department:
0640 Health Aid And Technician - Salary Range:
$35,497 to $46,149 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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