U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · 3 hours ago
Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Blood Bank)
Las Vegas, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expThe U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) who will develop, perform, evaluate, interpret, correlate, and validate laboratory procedures and results. The role involves working in various laboratory specialties and conducting quality control and routine maintenance of instrumentation.
GovernmentMedicalNational SecurityPublic Safety
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The Clinical Laboratory Scientist correlates abnormal laboratory 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
Duties may include but are not limited to: Performs board range of laboratory procedures - recognizes deviation of results
Analyzes and corrects problems
Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis
Maintains and documents optimal functioning of laboratory equipment
Performs and documents quality control - quality assurance activities and corrective actions
Adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity in the workplace
Identify discrepancies - solve problems and suggests solutions
Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory
Equipment - method comparison and establishment of reference intervals
Assists with instruction and training of new employees and students
Conducting inservice training and continuing education program
May be responsible for specific targeted laboratory projects including safety officer - analyzer specialist - primary operation on new test systems - quality control - supply control and coordinator for competency assessment or proficiency/survey program
Organization of work and ability to set priorities to meet deadlines
Qualification
Required
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
Have a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university including 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) of biological science (with one course in microbiology)
16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) of chemistry (with one course in organic or biochemistry)
Have certification as an MLS - MT or microbiology from ASCP BOC or AMT
At least 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level
You may qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)
All MTs employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title - series and grade held - including positive education and certification that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation
For employees who do not meet all the basic requirements in this standard - but who met the qualifications applicable to the position at the time they were appointed to the position - the following provisions apply: (1) MTs that do not meet the basic requirements for education and certification may be reassigned - promoted up to and including the full performance (journey) level - or changed to lower grade within the occupation - but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions
(2) MTs who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed on a temporary or permanent basis until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard
(3) MTs initially grandfathered into this occupation who subsequently obtain certification that meets all the basic requirements of this qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation
(4) If MTs who were retained in this occupation under this provision leave the occupation - the MT loses protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation
Physical Requirements: In accordance with VA Directive and Handbook 5019
Preferred
Two years of Blood bank experience (reference lab or trauma center)
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