Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist - EDRP Eligible

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Tucson, AZ, seeks a Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist (GS-12) to supervise a laboratory section, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate daily activities.

The role emphasizes leadership, instrument troubleshooting, procedure development, and training staff to maintain high-quality patient care and accurate results. EDRP eligibility and grandfathering provisions may apply.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of creditable experience at the GS-11 level or equivalent.
• Knowledge of medical technology across a range of laboratory duties.
• Ability to develop procedures and modify methods for complex testing.
• Ability to manage daily work and coordinate staff activities and training.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily lab section activities and staff performance.
• Develop, modify, and implement procedures for new tests and methods.
• Provide technical direction to physicians, nurses, and other staff on testing and results.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting instrumentation

Procedural development

Work coordination

Staff training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

MLS/MT Generalist or Specialist certification options

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Tucson, AZ, seeks a Lead Clinical Laboratory Scientist (GS-12) to supervise a laboratory section, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate daily activities.

The role emphasizes leadership, instrument troubleshooting, procedure development, and training staff to maintain high-quality patient care and accurate results. EDRP eligibility and grandfathering provisions may apply.