Medical Technician

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA•Fort Leavenworth, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Munson Army Health Clinic in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.

Requirements

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing.
Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
Immunization screening is required.
Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact.
Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
US Citizens
One year of specialized experience which includes collecting or processing laboratory specimens, utilizing medical databases, and providing information to patients or staff. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04).
OR Four year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects directly related to the position.
OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.
Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.

Responsibilities

Perform phlebotomy duties to include venipuncture, finger-stick, and heel-stick to acquire blood samples.
Perform a variety of testing in the hematology, microbiology, chemistry, and serology sections.
Prepare laboratory specimens for transport in accordance with all applicable federal and safety standards.
Comply with Joint Commission (JC), College of American Pathologists (CAP) and with Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC) safety guidelines for handling specimens.
Review test request orders prior to collecting specimens, determining whether the patient has been properly prepared for the test (fasting, special diet, medication etc).