Clinical Laboratory Scientist: Independent, Impactful Lab Work

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to independently manage daily lab operations, develop and validate procedures, and interpret results in line with regulatory requirements.

The role involves correlating lab data with patient conditions and ensuring quality control and compliance. Required is a bachelor’s degree in a medical laboratory science field, with certification options including MLS/MT generalist or appropriate specialization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in medical laboratory science or related field.
• Certification options: MLS or MT generalist or categorical/specialist per ASCP/AMT.
• English proficiency in speaking and writing as per VA standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day laboratory operations independently.
• Develop, perform, evaluate, and validate procedures and results.
• Correlate abnormal data with pathological states and determine additional testing needs.
• Monitor quality control systems and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Independent judgment

Laboratory data interpretation

Communication with healthcare team

Troubleshooting instrumentation

Knowledge of QC/QA procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or related field

3 years of graduate education or PhD in medical technology or related science

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) to independently manage daily lab operations, develop and validate procedures, and interpret results in line with regulatory requirements.

The role involves correlating lab data with patient conditions and ensuring quality control and compliance. Required is a bachelor’s degree in a medical laboratory science field, with certification options including MLS/MT generalist or appropriate specialization.