Medical technician Jobs in Alexandria, VA

Summary

The Medical Technician (Phlebotomist) serves within Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service (P&LMS) which includes Pathology Histology / Cytology Chemistry Hematology Microbiology Serology and Phlebotomy.

Duties

Duties may include :

• Performs blood collection using a variety of phlebotomy techniques including vacutainer systems syringe butterfly and / or capillary finger sticks.
• Collects blood specimens using correct container and order of draw
• Collects urine specimens and cultures in a manner that preserves the integrity of sample
• Processes emergency specimens and routine specimens in a timely manner
• Follows proper protocol for specialty blood draws
• Evaluates the suitability of specimens
• Prepares electronic requisitions for samples to be sent to the reference laboratories.
• Uses a computer to retrieve laboratory test information.
• Performs computerized accessioning of patient specimens.
• Identifies inpatients and outpatients for whom laboratory tests have been ordered and prints labels for appropriate blood samples.
• Understands and utilizes information resource technology (i.e. computers printers label printers copy machines phones fax machines various computer information packages etc.)
• Provides education to patients for proper collection techniques of urine stool or other fluid collections.
• Interacts with patients visitors staff students and volunteers in a courteous helpful tactful cooperative respectful and compassionate manner.
• Respond positively and in a timely manner to customer requests for service or information.
• Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the customer constructively and appropriately.
• Identifies patients and ensure proper sample procurement and specimen labeling.
• Assesses patients condition before during and after procedures.
• Administers initial intervention in the event of an emergency.
• Observes and reports any physical or mental changes during patient blood draws.
• Prepares samples for testing to include labeling cetrifiguration decanting and aliquoting etc. COMPETENCY ID : NONE
• Sterilizes and autoclaves contaminated material according to safety polices.
• Cleans glassware and other reusable items following established policies and procedures.
• Adheres to all universal precautions infection control and safety regulations associated with phlebotomy.
• Collects specimens using proper patient identification and specimen labeling.
• Maintains operational and quality control logs records and worksheets.
• Identifies unusual test results or discrepancies / conditions that can lead to erroneous results.

Work Schedule : Full-Time; Monday through Friday; 7 : 00am-3 : 30pm or 9 : 30am-6 : 00pm Rotating Holidays; Subject to change based on the needs of the facility.

Virtual : This is not a virtual position.

Position Description / PD# : Medical Technician - Phlebotomist / PD06199A

Relocation / Recruitment Incentives : Not Authorized

Critical Skills Incentive (CSI) : Not Approved

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized

Requirements

Conditions of employment

As a condition of employment for accepting this position you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public determining if your employment advances the public interest we may consider :

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement 02 / 09 / 2026.

Individuals Occupational Requirements : Applicants who meet the Individual Occupational Requirements described below are fully qualified for the specified entry grade and must also meet the specialized experience and / or education requirements.

Specialized Experience :

AND

You may qualify based on your experience and / or education as described below :

Specialized Experience : You must have 6 months of specialized experience or 2 years above high school with courses related to the occupation equivalent to the GS-4 level or higher and / or meet educational requirements or a combination of specialized experience and education.

OR

Education : Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have 2 years above high school with courses related to the occupation.(Transcript required)

OR

Combination of Specialized Experience and Education : Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and 2 years above high school with courses related to the occupation. Determine the total qualifying experience as a percentage of the 1 year of experience required for GS-4; then determine the education as a percentage of the 2 years of education that meets the requirements for GS-4. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify an applicant for GS-4. (Transcript required).

You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position :

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 extensive and recurring physical exertion such as standing for long periods of time bending standing lifting walking stooping and stretching Light to medium weight items are carried around the work area. May require the ability to physically control or defend against emotionally ill patients.

For more information on these qualification standards please visit the United States Office of Personnel Managements website at

Education

A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note : Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges universities schools or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here : If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information visit :

Additional information

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process visit Human Resources and Administration / Operations Security and Preparedness (HRA / OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

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.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Load & Unload,Data Entry,Customer Service,Computer Skills,FDA Regulations,Mobile Devices,Phlebotomy,Medical Terminology,Employment & Labor Law,Patient Service Experience,Venipuncture Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 37193 - 47334