Medical Technician

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Stewart, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at WINN Army Medical Facility, Fort Stewart, Georgia, and is a Direct Hire Solicitation. The Medical Technician performs phlebotomy and related specimen-handling duties and provides receptionist, clerical, and record-keeping support associated with patient care and treatment. The position is designated Mission Essential and may require irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, or varying schedules, as well as reporting during emergencies or contingency operations. Travel to various locations may be required.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience obtaining venous blood specimens from patients, preparing samples for shipment, and providing instructions to patients or staff; or qualifying education; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Alternatively, completion of a four-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with courses related to the occupation. Transcripts must be submitted with the application when qualifying based on education.
• A combination of education and experience may qualify when the computed percentage of requirements is at least 100%; transcripts must be submitted with the application.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
• Must meet applicable immunization or pre-existing-immunity screening requirements. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact; other immunizations may also be required.
• Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Must undergo a pre-placement medical examination and required background and personnel security investigations, including periodic re-verification requirements associated with recurring interaction with children and youth.
• Must consent to pre-employment screening and random drug urinalysis testing.
• May be required to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, or varying schedules, and report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies.
• May be subject to temporary duty or business travel to various locations using privately owned vehicles, commercial transport, or military aircraft, ships, and vehicles.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• A one-year trial or probationary period may be required.
• Foreign education used to meet qualifications must be evaluated and deemed equivalent to U.S. accredited education, or receive full course credit from an accredited U.S. college or university.

Nice To Haves

• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy procedures, including venipunctures, finger sticks, and heel sticks, to obtain blood samples.
• Assist in disinfecting and closing the Phlebotomy Room at the end of the shift.
• Identify specimens accurately and select appropriate collection tubes for each type of analysis.
• Assist with packaging specimens and perform clerical work involved in shipping specimens to laboratories.
• Perform receptionist, clerical, and record-keeping duties associated with patient care and treatment.

What This Job Offers

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