Medical Technician/Phlebotomist

<p>The Robert J. Dole Wichita VAMC is seeking a highly qualified Phlebotomist to serve in the Pathology & Lab Department. The incumbent will serve as a Medical Technician/Phlebotomist with the responsibility of obtaining blood samples by venipuncture from inpatients and outpatients. This announcement lists two positions with varying schedules M-F 05:30am-2pm, shifts vary and may include weekend rotations. M-F 1pm- 9:30pm, shifts vary and may include weekend rotations.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>The incumbent Serves as a Medical Technician in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center, performing various lab functions related to specimen collection. Duties include but are not limited to the following; Correctly identifies each in- or outpatient using at least two valid acceptable patient identifiers as required by VA Directive 1106, The Joint Commission, College of American Pathologists (CAP) and other regulatory agencies. Using the computer, performs a search for past and future lab test orders for outpatients presenting to the draw station to assure all appropriate testing is done. If no order is found, interviews the patient to determine which specialty clinic or primary care provider failed to order the tests; contacts the correct provider and advises the provider to order the test. Accesses tests for all areas of the laboratory, troubleshooting inappropriate and/or outdated orders, coordinates with providers and healthcare teams to validate unusual orders and prints bar code labels to be used by automated instrument platforms. Assesses patient collection sites, determine the best option from which a quality sample could be obtained. Performs routine and stat venipuncture specimen collections from inpatient, outpatients, and ambulatory inpatients, ensuring that samples are submitted to the clinical laboratory timely. Performs specialized venipunctures, such as blood culture, serum drug levels, transplant, or genetic testing, to ensure proper collection at specified times using appropriate procedures, kits, or equipment. Ensures and verifies correct labeling and patient identification of every patient specimen collected (blood, urine, fluid, etc) with necessary identifiers and information, in the presence of the patient. Adheres to special collection instructions, such as transport on ice, deliver immediately, protect from light, etc. Distributes specimens in a timely manner to various units within the P&LMS or assures that volunteer couriers are timely in their rounds. Trains on, uses, and maintains pneumatic tube delivery system when available. Operates centrifuges, reporting any malfunction. Ensures work area remains clean. Processes timely request for supplies to ensure adequate materials are always maintained. Processes send-out specimens for pharmacogenomic testing. Serves as first point of contact for all patients in the Laboratory Service. Responds to, reports, and assists in emergency situations. Observes and reports any physical or mental changes while patients are being drawn. Works closely with affiliated training programs to provide quality internships to students in programs requiring phlebotomy rotations. Trains and/or assesses competency of Clinical Laboratory Scientist students, medical students, residents, CBOC personnel and nurses regarding Medical Center blood and specimen collection policy and procedure. This announcement lists two positions with the following schedules Work Schedule: M-F 5:30am-2pm, shifts vary and may include weekend rotations. M-F 1pm- 9:30pm, shifts vary and may include weekend rotations. Telework: Not available Position Description/PD#: Medical Technician/Phlebotomist/PD10529-ARelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required</p><h3>Requirements</h3>You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.<h3>Education</h3>A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.