Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Multi-Discipline Lab Expert

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Bonham (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Federal health/vision/dental benefits

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to develop, perform, and validate laboratory procedures across multiple disciplines. You will interpret results, ensure quality control, and work under regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates hold MLS/MT certifications (ASCP BOC or AMT) or have eligibility, with strong English proficiency and teamwork. This on-site role offers comprehensive federal benefits and a structured schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in medical technology or related science.
• ASCP BOC/AMT MLS MT generalist/specialist certification or eligibility.
• Non-certified applicants may be hired temporarily with pathway to certification.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Perform and evaluate a broad range of laboratory procedures across disciplines.
• Carry out phlebotomy and advanced laboratory procedures as needed.
• Identify deviations, analyze problems, and apply corrective actions.
• Maintain and document equipment performance and quality control.
• Interpret results, correlate with clinical information, and propose follow-up steps.

Skills

Clinical laboratory testing knowledge

Team collaboration

Analytical reasoning

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in medical technology or related science

Master's degree or 3 years of graduate study or Ph.D. in medical technology or related science

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to develop, perform, and validate laboratory procedures across multiple disciplines. You will interpret results, ensure quality control, and work under regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates hold MLS/MT certifications (ASCP BOC or AMT) or have eligibility, with strong English proficiency and teamwork. This on-site role offers comprehensive federal benefits and a structured schedule.