Medical Technician - Phlebotomist

Veterans Health Administration • Fresno, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

These positions are within the Specimen Collection/Processing/Send-out Section of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service. The Medical Technician-Phlebotomist provides phlebotomy support for inpatients and outpatients at the VA Central California Health Care System in Fresno, California. This is not a virtual position; employees must live within or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance of the duty location.

The role involves collecting and processing patient specimens, preparing samples for laboratory testing, and supporting the supply and upkeep of phlebotomy work areas. Employees work Monday through Friday on one of two listed shifts, rotate weekends and holidays, and may have schedules changed based on operational needs. The position requires English proficiency and prior experience performing phlebotomy or blood draws on human patients. Applicants must also qualify through specialized experience, education, or a combination of both.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Proficiency in basic written and spoken English.
• Experience performing phlebotomy or blood draws on human patients.
• Meet one of the following qualification routes: at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4; a completed four-year bachelor's degree with a major or at least 24 semester hours in appropriate subjects; or an equivalent combination of post-high-school education and specialized experience.
• For specialized experience, experience must be documented on the resume with job title, duties, start and end month and year, and hours worked per week.
• Submit transcripts when using education to qualify.
• Ability to perform safe venipuncture procedures, including adequate digital dexterity and vision.
• Complete required application steps and online assessment; selected applicants are subject to background/security investigation and pre-employment drug screening.
• Register with Selective Service if male and born after December 31, 1959.
• Participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program as required for VA Health Care Personnel.
• Serve a one-year probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine venipuncture specimen collections from inpatients, outpatients, and ambulatory inpatients.
• Collect blood samples while minimizing collection failures, bruising, and re-sticks, and ensure samples reach the clinical laboratory with minimal delay.
• Receive and sort specimens; check request slips for correct information; log specimens; and deliver them to laboratory sections.
• Prepare samples for testing, including labeling, centrifugation, decanting, and aliquoting.
• Distribute, store, and deliver supplies and other materials used for phlebotomy services.
• Clean and restock the blood collection room and areas where trays and equipment are stored.
• Receive phlebotomy requests using manual and computerized logging methods.
• Collect additional samples when required for requested testing.
• Attend training courses to update knowledge and support courteous behavior and the public image of the medical center.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package; eligibility and specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work or military service, subject to approval before appointment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level