- Position Title
- Medical Technician (Phlebotomy)
- Agency
- Indian Health Service
- Announcement Number
- IHS-24-GP-12372645-DE Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, April 22, 2024 to Tuesday, April 1, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy AND
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
3.
Are you a recipient of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) Health Profession Scholarship authorized under Public Law 94-437?
If yes, confirm:
If yes, confirm:
- You have completed or will be completing the requirements of the approved health profession program within the established timeframe
- Meet all eligibility criteria
- Entitled to a one-time priority referral/selection to fulfill their obligation to provide public service
4.
Are you an American Indian/Alaska Native who is enrolled in a federally recognized tribe as defined by the Secretary of Interior? The Indian Health Service gives qualified American Indian/Alaska Natives preference when filling vacancies in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472), with approved exceptions.
If eligible, submit a copy of your Bureau of Indian Affairs Form 4432, "Verification of Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service," that has been completed by authorized tribal or BIA Officials. For more information, review the IHS Indian Preference guidelines: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/permanentDocs/indianpreference.pdf.
If eligible, submit a copy of your Bureau of Indian Affairs Form 4432, "Verification of Indian preference for employment in the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service," that has been completed by authorized tribal or BIA Officials. For more information, review the IHS Indian Preference guidelines: http://www.ihs.gov/jobs/permanentDocs/indianpreference.pdf.
5.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
If yes, confirm:
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
- your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
6.
Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for Schedule A Disability appointments?
If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
If eligible, provide proof of disability with appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in this Medical Technician position with the Indian Health Service.
We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.
SECTION I. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND FACTORS.
1.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-04, Medical Technician
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-04 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-04 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-05, Medical Technician
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-05 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-05 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
3.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION, GS-06, Medical Technician
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-06 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
Select one response below that best describes your experience which demonstrates your ability to perform the work of this position at the GS-06 level. Select only one response and do not leave blank.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
4.
Follow process steps as outlined in standard operating procedures.
5.
Follow safety and protective precautionary procedures pertaining to blood borne pathogens.
6.
Maintains adequate stock level of phlebotomy supplies in the blood collection area
7.
Perform correct order of draw when obtaining multiple tube types from a patient encounter.
8.
Perform follow-up to ensure quality of work product or actions are completed.
9.
Adhere to rules and regulations pertaining to release of patient information.
10.
Demonstrate understanding, friendliness, courtesy and politeness to others.
11.
Develop and maintain relationships with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed due to physical and/or emotional distress or problems.
12.
Evaluate incoming communications to determine whether an urgent response is required.
13.
Demonstrate knowledge of personal or jobsite safety rules and regulations to maintain safe and healthful working conditions and environments.
14.
Enter and verify data using a computer system as a regular part of my job responsibilities.
15.
Explain blood or fluid collection procedures to patients.
16.
Maintain proficiency through continuing education, staff meetings, or technically oriented activities.
17.
Collect fluid samples using appropriate collection procedures.
18.
Ensure specimen collection and integrity meet testing standards.
19.
Perform Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) non waived and waived testing designed for use in an outpatient ambulatory setting.
20.
Recognized and evaluated expected reactions and abnormal results of waived and moderate complexity testing.
SECTION II. CERTIFICATION OF INFORMATION ACCURACY
As previously explained, your responses in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for disqualifying you or for dismissing you from employment following acceptance. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
Certification of Information Accuracy - If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.
21.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.