Medical Technician- Phlebotomist

Department of Veterans Affairs

This position is located within the Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Service at the VA North Texas Healthcare System in Dallas, TX. The Medical Technician is responsible for collecting and processing specimens including computerized accessioning, and delivery to the point of analysis or, if analysis is to be delayed, ensuring proper storage conditions are utilized to preserve specimen integrity.

• ***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** Major duties and responsibilities will include: Coordinates and performs routine venipuncture specimen collection Demonstrates knowledge of principles, techniques, and practices of phlebotomy, hemostasis, and requirement of blood collection for the various tests performed in the laboratory. Addresses patient phlebotomy issues such as difficult sticks, troubleshooting patient samples, and resolving patient/ patient family members and provider/nurse complaints or concerns. Obtains timely and appropriate blood samples as ordered per PLMS policies and procedures for both inpatient and outpatient orders. Cleans and restocks the blood collection room and areas where collection trays and equipment are used/stored. Must understand isolation precautions and the proper personal protective equipment necessary to perform phlebotomy procedures. Identifies tests that require special handling conditions and appropriately performs proper specimen collection. Initiates emergency care procedures in the event a patient has a reaction to blood collection procedures including fainting, hematoma, and anxiety. Reviews and accepts test request orders for samples submitted for testing. This includes accessioning samples into the laboratory. Separates and routes the specimen to the specific laboratory section that performs the ordered test. Serves as key contact for Veterans and beneficiaries seeking Diagnostic services, experiencing problems, and/or requesting information. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Full - Time, Rotating shifts between 4:30am - 4:30pm, including rotating weekends and holidays Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. 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.

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