Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application.

Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Duties include but are not limited to: Independently carries out the day-to-day operations in the laboratory. Evaluates the suitability of the specimen for analysis; prepares specimens for analysis, ensuring that the physiologic state of the specimen properties is maintained; assigns priority to test requests and executes them expeditiously for use in critical care situations Develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results in line with current laboratory regulatory requirements. In addition to routine testing, the CLS conducts quality control and routine maintenance of instrumentation and troubleshooting. The CLS correlates abnormal lab data with pathological states, determines the validity of test results, and the need for additional tests. Specific targeted laboratory responsibilities or projects may include laboratory safety officer, analyzer specialist, primary operator on new test systems, quality control specialist, supply control, and/or coordinator for the laboratory competency assessment or proficiency/survey program.

This assignment may include limited duties in areas such as lab information management and ancillary testing. Tasks require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility, including organizing and setting priorities with minimal technical supervision. The CLS assesses a situation, considers the options, and formulates as appropriate course of action.

Assignment includes monitoring quality control systems and measures, collaborating in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, and providing education for laboratory health care professionals and the public in a professional, courteous, and effective manner. Provides direction, work review, and job training to students and less experienced CLS's. Works effectively with both laboratory and non-laboratory staff to clearly convey malfunctioning problem to outside service representative and competently follow instruction for instrument repair.

Works on weekend, holiday, or irregular shifts or in other sections to provide laboratory coverage for routine or emergency procedures as needed or directed by management. Work Schedule: 7:45am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 61099F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN9HREDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.

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