Health Technician
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Roseburg
Posted on: May 2, 2024
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Job Description:
Summary The incumbent serves as a Health Technician (Processing)
in the Roseburg VA Healthcare System Pathology and Laboratory
Medicine Services. The incumbent is responsible for performing
multiple duties in the central accessioning and specimen processing
area. These complex duties include reference laboratory specimen
processing, clerical functions, patient testing, and outpatient
phlebotomy. Each of these functions is a percentage of his/her
total time on duty. Qualifications To qualify for this position,
applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing
date of this announcement, 05/02/2024. In accordance with 38 U.S.C.
7402(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions
unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.
Basic Requirement: All applicants must meet the following
requirement; Positions in this series range widely in type and
include support duties to medical or health personnel such as
audiologists, speech pathologists, medical officers, and
optometrists. Therefore, technician experience is experience that
required application of the knowledge, methods, and techniques of
the position to be filled. In addition to meeting the Basic
Requirement, applicants must also meet the grade specific
requirements listed below: You may qualify based on your experience
and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You
must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least
the next lower grade GS-05 in the normal line of progression for
the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized
experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
Technical skill to perform patient testing and verify accuracy of
test results; knowledge and skills in phlebotomy techniques,
procedures, and other specimen collection procedures; observe and
report physical or mental changes in a patient; knowledge of
infection control, safety, and universal precaution procedures;
Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations, laboratory
accrediting and regulatory requirements sufficient to understand
procedures in the areas of safety, phlebotomy, specimen collection,
accessioning, and processing. NOTE: Experience must be fully
documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month
and year start/end dates AND hours worked per week. Physical
Requirements: Work is performed in a laboratory atmosphere and
requires regular and physical exertion such as walking, bending,
recurrent standing, and moderate lifting. The work requires
specific physical characteristics and abilities and dexterity
needed to perform intricate analytical and technical procedures.
Entering patient information, test orders, and data in a computer
may result in physical problems form the effects of repetitive
motion and eyestrain. Laboratory instrumentation makes constant
noises which could lead to hearing loss over long periods of
exposure. The position may also require assisting geriatric and/or
disabled patients. The incumbent must have normal color vision.
Work Environment: The work involves moderate risks or discomfort
associated with working in a clinical laboratory with regular and
recurring exposure to hazards such as infectious materials,
chemicals, electrical appliances, and loud noises. The incumbent
takes special safety precautions and must use protective clothing
and devises such as gloves, face shields, eye protector, and safety
shields in accordance with OSHA guidelines. The incumbent's dress
and personal appearance should reflect the professional image of a
healthcare worker. 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. Duties "Major duties include but are not limited to;
Specimen Receipt and Processing - The incumbent is responsible for
receiving and preparing requests for testing and specimens into the
clinical laboratory and verifies the accuracy and completeness of
the request. Identifies unusual conditions and discrepancies, which
may cause erroneous test results. Accessions all requests into the
hospital computer system. Uses order entry by multipurpose ordering
option and other laboratory computer options such as accessioning
by ward order entry. Incumbent follows procedures for processing
biological specimens, understands sample requirements for tests and
clearly communicates those requirements. S/he separates and routes
the specimens to the specific laboratory section that performs the
testing. S/he assists healthcare personnel (MT/MLS/CLS) who deliver
specimens by directing them to place the specimens in the proper
location based on the type of testing and the laboratory section.
The incumbent recognizes emergency testing situations and takes
necessary action to direct the specimens to the proper location.
S/he notifies the laboratory staff of the need for emergency
testing. Demonstrated ability to cope with stressful situations and
troubleshooting to deal with problem samples. Must have the ability
to follow detailed instructions to operate various types of
laboratory equipment, such as centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers,
and eyewash stations. Performs preventive maintenance on laboratory
equipment used. Reference Laboratory Specimen Processing - The
incumbent receives all specimens that are sent to commercial
reference laboratories for testing. The volume of testing sent to
the commercial reference laboratories is approximately 150-200
specimens per day. The individual must be knowledgeable about the
specimen requirement for each reference laboratory test and the
test ordering procedures for each of the reference laboratories.
S/he verifies proper patient preparation, specimen collection, and
specimen transport requirements for all reference laboratory tests.
The incumbent identifies unusual conditions and discrepancies that
may cause erroneous test results. S/he makes sound decisions
independently and takes appropriate action to correct and solve
problems pertaining to reference laboratory tests. Community Based
Outpatient Clinics Test Ordering Review - The Roseburg VA
Healthcare System provides testing services for two Community Based
Outpatient Clinic (CBOCs) located in southwestern Oregon, and one
Healthcare Center in western Oregon. These clinics collect
specimens for laboratory testing and transport them to the Roseburg
VA laboratory for testing. The specimens from the CBOCs arrive
daily, and most of the testing is performed on the first shift in
the Core Laboratory. The incumbent is responsible for reviewing the
shipping manifests from each CBOC to ensure all specimens listed on
the shopping manifest are accounted for. If any discrepancies are
found, incumbent is required to follow up as necessary. Patient
Care Testing Duties - The incumbent is responsible for performing a
limited amount of patient testing. The individual is required to
prepare the specimen or patient for testing, prepare reagents (if
necessary), and add to the appropriate instrumentation. Exposure to
chemicals exists, so safety protocols must be followed. Clerical
Duties - The individual answers incoming calls for Roseburg VA HCS
Pathology & Laboratory Services quickly finding and relaying
accurate information, performs disposition of add-on orders,
functions as a resource person and troubleshooter, assists clinical
personnel in executing laboratory information system order entry
and results options, prepares referral specimens for shipment,
contacts physicians for clarification of request and justification
of need for send-out testing, packages and ships containers
following regulatory guidelines, maintains shipping certification,
assists the laboratory in functions such as checking temperatures
and other duties as needed. Phlebotomy Duties - The incumbent draws
blood from outpatients for requested laboratory testing. This
includes using special drawing techniques, assuring that proper
tubes are used, and the correct amount of blood is drawn. S/he
verifies the patient as the individual denotes on the request and
labels all tubes with two unique identifiers including patient
name, social security number, DOD ID number, date, and time to
insure proper identification. S/he initials all tubes drawn. Work
Schedule: 7:30a.m. to 5:30p.m.; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and
Friday (Compressed schedule) Telework: This is not a telework
position. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position
Description Title/PD#: Health Technician/PD30652A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills
Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required"
Keywords: Veterans Health Administration, Bend , Health Technician, Healthcare , Roseburg, Oregon
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