Health Technician
The incumbent performs phlebotomy functions such as blood and specimen collection, processing of these labs, use of laboratory equipment, patient teaching, patient safety, patient transfers, new employee and student orientation and training. Major duties and
Responsibilities:
PHLEBOTOMY Receives/Interprets request for procedures Secures patient confidence/cooperation Receives and directs patients Position patients for procedures Perform diagnostic tests and procedures Maintains control records and documents test results Handles clerical/administrative support & coordination requirements Other duties as assigned Work Schedule:
Day shift - Monday-Friday (Subject to evening and weekend shifts) Position Description Title/PD#:
Health Technician/70464-A Physical Requirements:
The work involves long periods of moving about the work unit. Work requires regular and recurring bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, lifting and repositioning patients, or similar activities as well as working at a computer terminal during tour of duty for extended periods of time. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-5 grade level:
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-4 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Experience which is in or directly related to the duties of the position to be filled such as non professional nursing care, work in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other medical, nursing, or patient care facility. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
(Nursing Assistant, Health Technician or Medical Assistant that performed the duties listed (specifically phlebotomy) in the announcement and the questionnaire. ). OR, Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you mut have 4 year course study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with courses related to the occupation. (transcript required). OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience can be used to qualify (transcripts 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-XX. 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. Note:
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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Responsibilities:
PHLEBOTOMY Receives/Interprets request for procedures Secures patient confidence/cooperation Receives and directs patients Position patients for procedures Perform diagnostic tests and procedures Maintains control records and documents test results Handles clerical/administrative support & coordination requirements Other duties as assigned Work Schedule:
Day shift - Monday-Friday (Subject to evening and weekend shifts) Position Description Title/PD#:
Health Technician/70464-A Physical Requirements:
The work involves long periods of moving about the work unit. Work requires regular and recurring bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, lifting and repositioning patients, or similar activities as well as working at a computer terminal during tour of duty for extended periods of time. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-5 grade level:
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-4 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Experience which is in or directly related to the duties of the position to be filled such as non professional nursing care, work in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other medical, nursing, or patient care facility. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
(Nursing Assistant, Health Technician or Medical Assistant that performed the duties listed (specifically phlebotomy) in the announcement and the questionnaire. ). OR, Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you mut have 4 year course study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with courses related to the occupation. (transcript required). OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education beyond Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience can be used to qualify (transcripts 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-XX. 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. Note:
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.
- Department:
0640 Health Aid And Technician - Salary Range:
$33,949 to $44,130 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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