Supervisory Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Supervisory Clinical Laboratory Scientist to oversee laboratory operations, manage staff, and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role requires strong leadership skills and a Bachelor's degree. The position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, providing potential reimbursement for student loans.

Benefits

Education Debt Reduction Program

Retirement benefits

Insurance options

Telework options

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required; non-citizens only if qualified citizens can't be recruited.
• Must meet certification options by ASCP or AMT.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures and oversee complex testing.
• Supervise staff and manage operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with policies and timely reporting of results.

Skills

English Language Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Eligibility requirements must be met according to VHA policy, and the application must be submitted within four months of appointment. The award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined after review by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office.

Qualifications

Applicants pending completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be tentatively selected but cannot be hired until all requirements are fulfilled.

Basic Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship: Non-citizens may be appointed only if qualified citizens cannot be recruited, in accordance with VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• Foreign Education: Must be evaluated by an acceptable agency or accompanied by certification eligibility from ASCP BOC or AMT.
• Certification: Must meet one of the specified certification options, such as generalist or categorical certifications by ASCP or AMT.
• Grade Determinations: For GS-13 Supervisory Clinical Laboratory Scientist, one year of experience at the next lower grade, with demonstrated KSAs including knowledge of laws, regulations, quality management, interpersonal skills, and supervisory abilities.

Preferred Experience:

Experience in multiple laboratory sections including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, and Pre-Analytical Services.

Physical Requirements:

See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 for requirements.

Duties

• Perform a broad range of laboratory procedures, oversee complex testing, recognize deviations, and correct problems using scientific principles.
• Plan work schedules, adjust staffing, and ensure quality management activities.
• Supervise staff, evaluate performance, and manage operational and administrative issues.
• Handle biological specimens, operate and maintain laboratory equipment, and ensure timely reporting of test results.
• Manage critical results, write procedures, and ensure compliance with policies.
• Maintain interdepartmental relations, adjust staffing and procedures as needed, and adhere to work schedule.

Additional information includes salary, benefits, leave, parental leave, childcare subsidy, retirement, insurance, telework options, and other employment details, with specific references to VA policies and standards.