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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Education Coordinator)

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$103K/yr - $134K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Education Coordinator for the Clement J Zablocki Veterans Hospital in Milwaukee, WI. This role involves coordinating and administering clinical training programs for medical technology students and staff, as well as designing and evaluating educational programs to ensure compliance and accreditation.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develops policies, recommends policies, and directs a formal educational program

Plans and conducts programs in course design and teaching techniques for all instructional personnel. Evaluates bench instruction to assure program uniformity and continuity

Trains and evaluates a variety of individuals (medical technology/medical laboratory science students and employees, physicians, residents, nurses) in laboratory medicine

Evaluates activities and recommends policy changes to correct deficiencies and improve the program. Ensures compliance with educational program guidance/regulations in order to maintain accreditation of the program

Analyzes emerging trends and technology and adopts appropriate methods in local programs to meet agency goals

Develops curriculums for program participants. Develop recruitment materials, training materials, evaluation instruments, and other program materials

Prepares affiliate student schedules and arranges lectures with educators/instructors

Maintains student records including attendance, evaluation, progress records and an accurate file of training records for each student for future employment

Provides authoritative representation and interaction with cooperating or affiliated universities or colleges, resource organization, and state and federal officials in order to coordinate program goals, objectives, and policies

Establishes, negotiates, and maintains affiliation agreements

Provides input into budget preparation for the educational program. Maintains the budget for the educational program

Maintains knowledge of and complies with the federal regulations associated with the Clinical Lab Improvement Act of 1988

Qualification

Medical Technology CertificationBachelor's DegreeAccreditation RequirementsTraining MethodsCurriculum DevelopmentEnglish ProficiencyCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Must be proficient in written and spoken English

Subject to background/security investigation

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

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)

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

Candidates must meet one of the certification options: (a) Generalist certification as an MLS given by ASCP BOC or AMT, (b) Generalist certification as an MT given by ASCP BOR or AMT, (c) Categorical certification or Specialist certification by ASCP or AMT

In addition to meeting the basic requirements, you must possess at least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11), which is directly related to the position to be filled

Your experience must demonstrate the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of medical technology concepts, principles, and practices sufficient to support an educational program for students and continuing education programs for the staff

Knowledge of the education program's affiliation agreements and accreditation requirements

Knowledge of a particular specialty or function such as blood banking or molecular diagnostics, to be recognized as a technical authority for instruction

Knowledge of training methods to conduct continuing education sessions for staff development

Skill in using educational design, development, evaluation techniques, and teaching methods

Benefits

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.