Medical Technician - Phlebotomist
The Medical Technician serves as a phlebotomist in the clinical laboratory, bone marrow assistant for the clinician and specimen receiving and processing technician. This position is in the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Services to cover Ann Arbor Medical Center and rotate to the CBOC location such as Canton on a as needed basis.
***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** The major duties include but are not limited to: Draws blood via venipuncture from outpatients and inpatients for requested laboratory tests. Uses special drawing techniques, assuring that proper tubes are used, and the correct amount of blood is drawn. Receives and appropriately handles urine specimens collected at the time blood is drawn. Follows procedures for patient identification, sample procurement, and specimen labeling. Maintains stocks and supplies for blood and blood culture collection. Processes patient specimens by centrifuging and/or aliquoting accurate volumes of urine, whole blood, or serum/plasma into specialized containers for transport. Utilizes sterile field techniques to assist healthcare providers during a bone marrow biopsy procedure. Attends training and educational seminars as needed and completes computerized educational modules as assigned. Trains new employees as assigned by supervisor. Performs research and trouble shoot problems for specialty send-out tests. Answers inquiries from physician, nurses and other hospital staff regarding specimen requirements, status of tests in progress, turn-around-times, and test results. Prepares specimens for patient testing, prepare agents, perform test procedure, verify the accuracy of results, and report the results in the computer system. Maintains adequate supplies for all phlebotomy and specimen procurement procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: To be determined with rotating weekends and holidays. Will be discussed during the interview process. Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Required Documents" below for details. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.