Ancillary Testing Coordinator - Clinical Lab Oversight

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Texas; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ancillary Testing Coordinator at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides oversight and guidance for testing programs outside the laboratory, ensuring that the VHA ancillary testing program meets all requirements, standards, and accreditation across point-of-care sites. Applicants must be U.S.

citizens, hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, and meet one of the ASCP/AMT certification options. English proficiency is required, and the position is GS-12 with relevant experience and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of medical technology concepts and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with quality control, proficiency testing, and accreditation activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and guidance for ancillary testing programs outside the laboratory.
• Develop policies, procedures, and training materials for ancillary testing.
• Consult leadership to identify needs and ensure compliance with accreditation requirements.
• Monitor performance improvements and regulatory adherence across POC sites.
• Provide training and technical support to testing personnel.

Skills

Medical technology concepts

Quality control & quality assurance

Statistics & data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Laboratory IT systems

Training & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The Ancillary Testing Coordinator at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides oversight and guidance for testing programs outside the laboratory, ensuring that the VHA ancillary testing program meets all requirements, standards, and accreditation across point-of-care sites. Applicants must be U.S.

citizens, hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, and meet one of the ASCP/AMT certification options. English proficiency is required, and the position is GS-12 with relevant experience and