Clinical Laboratory Scientist — EDRP Eligible (3:00–11:30pm shift)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligibility

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

This position involves a broad range of laboratory procedures in a clinical laboratory, including advanced and complex testing, with emphasis on quality control, safety, and teamwork. Applicants must meet VA qualification standards, possess a bachelor’s degree or higher, and may qualify through MLS/MT certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Certification options: Generalist MLS ASCP BOC or AMT; Generalist MLS ASCP BOR or AMT; Categorical or Specialist by ASCP or AMT.
• Non-certified applicants may be hired with routes to certification per VA policy.

Responsibilities

• Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Performs advanced and complex laboratory procedures and tasks.
• Maintains and documents proper functioning of laboratory equipment and performs preventive maintenance.
• Participates in quality control and assurance activities and applies performance improvement principles.
• Works in a laboratory setting with adherence to safety and biosafety practices.

Skills

United States Citizenship

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

MLS Generalist ASCP BOC

MLS Generalist ASCP BOR

MLS/MT Certification ASCP or AMT (Generalist/Categorical/Specialist)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Little Rock, AR is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

This position involves a broad range of laboratory procedures in a clinical laboratory, including advanced and complex testing, with emphasis on quality control, safety, and teamwork. Applicants must meet VA qualification standards, possess a bachelor’s degree or higher, and may qualify through MLS/MT certifications.