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USAJOBS · 3 months ago

Clinical Laboratory Scientist- Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP Authorized

Bonham, Texas, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$68K/yr - $107K/yr

USAJOBS is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist for the VA North Texas Health Care System located in Bonham, TX. This position involves performing a broad range of laboratory procedures and maintaining laboratory equipment under close supervision.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures to include pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic processes. In addition, performs phlebotomy procedures as well as 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. Uses, 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

Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures to include pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic processes. In addition, performs phlebotomy procedures as well as 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 considering physiologic processes and requirements

Independently carries out the day-to-day operations in the laboratory. The CLS assesses a situation, considers the options, and formulates an appropriate course of action. The CLS develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results in line with regulatory requirements

Qualification

Clinical Laboratory ScienceLaboratory Quality ControlLaboratory Equipment MaintenancePhlebotomyBiological Specimen ProcessingLaboratory ProceduresWritten InstructionsStatistical PrinciplesTeamworkProblem SolvingCommunication

Required

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Must be proficient in written and spoken English

Subject to background/security investigation

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process

Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)

Complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement

United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy

English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403 (f)

Education: A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Certification: Candidates must meet one of the certification options: (a) Generalist certification as an MLS given by ASCP BOC or AMT. (b) Generalist certification as an MT given by ASCP BOR or AMT

GS-07 Grade Determinations: Experience. None beyond the basic requirements

GS-09 Grade Determinations: Candidates at this level must meet one of the criteria below: Experience. 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade. OR Education. Master's degree or 2 academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education in medical technology or a directly related science

GS-11 Grade Determination: Experience. 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level. OR Education. Must have 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in medical technology or a directly related science

Benefits

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a Highly Qualified Individual.

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program.

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time off per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)

Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full-time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).