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Clinical Laboratory Scientist Recruitment/Relocation Authorized - EDRP Approved

Dallas, Texas, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$68K/yr - $107K/yr

The Dallas VA Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to independently carry out day-to-day laboratory operations. The role involves performing a broad range of laboratory procedures, evaluating and solving problems related to biological specimens, and maintaining laboratory equipment while adhering to safety regulations.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures to include pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic processes. In addition, performs phlebotomy procedures as well as advanced and complex laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results, analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles

Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis considering physiologic processes and requirements

Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment. Uses, calibrates, identifies malfunctions, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment. Diagnoses deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction

Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement

Adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and bio-security in the workplace

Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions

Correlates abnormal lab data with pathological states, determines the validity of test results, and the need for additional tests

Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors, which influence test results. Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures

Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge. Interprets findings and makes recommendations

Incorporates principles of educational methodology in the instruction and training of new employees and students and in the laboratory's in service/continuing education program

Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member. Provides excellent service as defined by the customer (healthcare providers, patients, and others). Gives direction and guidance using underlying principles of laboratory testing

Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines with minimal technical supervision

Participates in proficiency testing programs

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

Qualification

Clinical Laboratory ScienceASCP BOC certificationLaboratory quality controlLaboratory Information SystemsMedical technology educationTeamworkCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

U.S. Citizenship

A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Generalist certification as an MLS given by ASCP BOC or AMT, or Generalist certification as an MT given by ASCP BOR or AMT, or Categorical certification or Specialist certification by ASCP or AMT

Proficient in written and spoken English

Must pass pre-employment physical examination

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

Must complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement

Preferred

Completion of a NACCLS accredited Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist program

Current ASCP or AMT certification, or eligible for certification

Experience with Laboratory Information Systems

Experience utilizing various laboratory instrumentation for patient testing

Benefits

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus)

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)

Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)