Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Evening/Night Generalist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a motivated Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform a wide variety of advanced and complex laboratory procedures. Responsibilities encompass everything from maintaining laboratory equipment to analyzing specimens and ensuring quality control. This is not a telework position; you will work Monday through Friday in Aurora, Colorado, with a focus on providing excellent service to healthcare providers and patients. Candidates must demonstrate effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including all testing and tasks of the medical laboratory technologist occupation.
• Performs 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.
• Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment.
• Calibrates, identifies malfunctions, and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Diagnoses deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction.
• Performs quality control and assurance activities related to test performance.
• Adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity.
• Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions.
• Answers inquiries regarding test results and methodology.
• Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection.
• Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory.
• Interprets findings and makes recommendations.
• Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member.
• Provides excellent service as defined by clients.
• Gives direction and guidance on laboratory testing.
• Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines.

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval – award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

Duties

• Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including all testing and tasks of the medical laboratory technologist occupation.
• Performs 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, taking into account physiologic processes and requirements.
• Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment.
• 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 biosecurity in the workplace.
• Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions.
• Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors that 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.
• 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.
• Shall conform to all VHA and local directives related to safety, life safety, health, hazardous materials, and emergency management directives.
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., rotating holidays and weekends.
• Telework: Not available; Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
• Functional Statement #: GS7: CLSENG-GS-0644-07FS56496-A, GS9: CLSENG-GS-0644-09FS56497-A, GS11: CLSENG-GS-0644-11FS60351-A.
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized.
• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
• Contact: [e-mail] – the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.
• Learn more: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) not authorized.