Medical Technician
Major Duties:
Prepares/Processes/Examines Specimens - Performs specimen collection, labeling, accessioning, distribution, and storage. Evaluates specimens for appropriate order, label and collection container. Performs work in the testing and examination procedures carried out in the laboratory. Prepares diagnostic reagents and reference materials. Perform a variety of tests and examinations that are difficult and complex. Typically, each of the tests and examinations involves many steps with the approaches and procedures in the later stages dependent upon the findings of the early steps. There are also determinations and examinations that involve the use of complex equipment. The tests require fine and precise measurements or delicate equipment control adjustments, or both. Provides necessary assistance on test performance or special studies. Maintains Equipment/Supplies/Facilities - Maintains the laboratory facilities, equipment, and controls supplies. Monitors specimens, equipment and the environment for contamination. Performs culture analysis on equipment and work surfaces. Maintains laboratory supplies and equipment in such a manner as to provide for safety and efficiency of laboratory operations. Processes requisitions, receives, reconciles and stores shipments. Daily calibrates, controls, and maintains a variety of instrumentation and laboratory equipment against standards. Uses independent judgment in adjusting either the procedure or the mechanical device to bring the procedures into good quality control. Recommends changes in procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy and safety. Assists in training personnel or students in laboratory safety. Maintains Laboratory Records - Maintains and controls laboratory records. Maintains complete and accurate records of all test results. Prepares reports of data collected and tests performed. Must be aware of and strictly adhere to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) and local/agency requirements. Maintains comprehensive records of written and practical quality control measures to monitor all systems/processes for significant change that could indicate discrepancies or control of results. Incumbent uses information to take corrective measures to correct deviations for established quality control limits. Audits records to ensure appropriate classification, quantity, catalog information, etc. Prepares production or other reports as scheduled or requested by the supervisor. Records information pertaining to the storage of specimens or reagents and completes appropriate tracking/inventory system information. Performs other directly related duties as assigned. Promotion Potential:
Position is at the Full-Performance Level Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:
00am-4:
30pm Compressed/Flexible:
Not Available Telework:
Ad Hoc Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Medical Technician/PD5593CV19 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/13/2020. Time-In-Grade Requirement:
Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-6 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-5 level. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note:
Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. You may qualify based on your experience as described below:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-05 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
experience that may have been gained in (a) technical medical laboratory support work such as performing laboratory tests and examinations (chemical, microbiologic, hematologic and blood banking) and preparing reports of findings or (b) technical support work in a closely related field, e.g., biological laboratory technician work, that required application of the methods and techniques for the positions being filled. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Computer SkillsInfection ControlSpecimen CollectionTechnical Competence Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements:
The work requires some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring light lifting, walking, bending, or standing. In many situations the duration of the activity (such as most of a workday) contributes to the arduous nature of the job. In other situations, such as in a laboratory, there may be special requirements for agility or dexterity, such as exceptional hand/eye coordination or color differentiation. Work Environment:
The work involves regular and recurring moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines, and working with blood or specimens containing contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. The incumbent is required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, gowns, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields to moderate risks. The incumbent is also required to follow all safety procedures/practices, such as adopting sterile techniques, for minimizing risk. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Prepares/Processes/Examines Specimens - Performs specimen collection, labeling, accessioning, distribution, and storage. Evaluates specimens for appropriate order, label and collection container. Performs work in the testing and examination procedures carried out in the laboratory. Prepares diagnostic reagents and reference materials. Perform a variety of tests and examinations that are difficult and complex. Typically, each of the tests and examinations involves many steps with the approaches and procedures in the later stages dependent upon the findings of the early steps. There are also determinations and examinations that involve the use of complex equipment. The tests require fine and precise measurements or delicate equipment control adjustments, or both. Provides necessary assistance on test performance or special studies. Maintains Equipment/Supplies/Facilities - Maintains the laboratory facilities, equipment, and controls supplies. Monitors specimens, equipment and the environment for contamination. Performs culture analysis on equipment and work surfaces. Maintains laboratory supplies and equipment in such a manner as to provide for safety and efficiency of laboratory operations. Processes requisitions, receives, reconciles and stores shipments. Daily calibrates, controls, and maintains a variety of instrumentation and laboratory equipment against standards. Uses independent judgment in adjusting either the procedure or the mechanical device to bring the procedures into good quality control. Recommends changes in procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy and safety. Assists in training personnel or students in laboratory safety. Maintains Laboratory Records - Maintains and controls laboratory records. Maintains complete and accurate records of all test results. Prepares reports of data collected and tests performed. Must be aware of and strictly adhere to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) and local/agency requirements. Maintains comprehensive records of written and practical quality control measures to monitor all systems/processes for significant change that could indicate discrepancies or control of results. Incumbent uses information to take corrective measures to correct deviations for established quality control limits. Audits records to ensure appropriate classification, quantity, catalog information, etc. Prepares production or other reports as scheduled or requested by the supervisor. Records information pertaining to the storage of specimens or reagents and completes appropriate tracking/inventory system information. Performs other directly related duties as assigned. Promotion Potential:
Position is at the Full-Performance Level Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:
00am-4:
30pm Compressed/Flexible:
Not Available Telework:
Ad Hoc Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Medical Technician/PD5593CV19 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/13/2020. Time-In-Grade Requirement:
Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-6 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-5 level. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note:
Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. You may qualify based on your experience as described below:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-05 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
experience that may have been gained in (a) technical medical laboratory support work such as performing laboratory tests and examinations (chemical, microbiologic, hematologic and blood banking) and preparing reports of findings or (b) technical support work in a closely related field, e.g., biological laboratory technician work, that required application of the methods and techniques for the positions being filled. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Computer SkillsInfection ControlSpecimen CollectionTechnical Competence Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements:
The work requires some physical exertion, such as regular and recurring light lifting, walking, bending, or standing. In many situations the duration of the activity (such as most of a workday) contributes to the arduous nature of the job. In other situations, such as in a laboratory, there may be special requirements for agility or dexterity, such as exceptional hand/eye coordination or color differentiation. Work Environment:
The work involves regular and recurring moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, carts, or machines, and working with blood or specimens containing contagious diseases or irritant chemicals. The incumbent is required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, gowns, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields to moderate risks. The incumbent is also required to follow all safety procedures/practices, such as adopting sterile techniques, for minimizing risk. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
- Department:
0645 Medical Technician - Salary Range:
$40,445 to $52,579 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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