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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs · 1 day ago

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Laboratory Information Manager)

Columbia, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$99K/yr - $129K/yr

1+ years exp

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to manage laboratory information systems. This role involves implementing and maintaining systems, providing training, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

GovernmentMedicalNational SecurityPublic Safety

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Uses Pathology knowledge and understanding of laboratory operations and its relationship to the hospital organization to provide data - advisory - inspection - training and problem-solving services on specific projects - programs - and functions

Adapts - implements - and integrates the use of software to specific laboratory applications and processes - including the use of office automation software

Implements various laboratory associated packages and sustains operation of the laboratory system using knowledge of laboratory computer system analysis - program/testing techniques - computer language and program design

Orders computer supplies - paper and labels to assure uninterrupted test reporting

Develops and recommends new policies and procedures regarding the installation and use of the Laboratory Information System (LIS) in conjunction with the overall Hospital Information System (HIS)

Properly documents all installations - services - Advises all organization levels on the function and capability of the LIS

Provides consultation and training on laboratory computer functions to laboratory staff - residents - attending physicians and other hospital staff as required

Training will include computer functions - Pathology specific computer functions - test ordering options - security requirements - etc

Provides user assistance and training for the use of computers and maintains personal computers - workstations - and thin client devices connected to the VAMC LAN - VA Intranet - and VA WAN

Responsible for maintenance of the computer system and security keys submitting work orders for maintenance of terminals and computers for laboratory access to VISTA - CPRS - and VISTArelated output devices

Oversees and maintains instrument interfaces with VISTA to assure that laboratory tests are reported with minimal delay

Uses workflow - process and system knowledge to develop and troubleshoot computer issues

Works with Clinical Application Coordinators on laboratory test-related issues and problems

Works with Ol&T and DSS to acquire and organize data needed by employees of the Pathology or hospital administration

Serves as the Pathology Automated Data Processing Application Coordinator (ADPAC)

Analyzes emerging trends - software and technology and adopts appropriate methods for local programs to meet agency goals

Writes procedures and prepares documentation related to the LIS for compliance with regulatory agencies (e.g

College of American Pathologists (CAP) - Joint Commission (JC) - American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) - etc.) and audits processes for compliance

Maintains current knowledge of local - federal - regulatory - and medical device reporting requirements

Develops and implements quality assurance computer protocols that meet all relevant regulatory requirements

Communicates with VISN and National software developers to build or modify test files

Tests and validates software packages as required

This includes coding and mapping for lab tests - reporting - billing and workload recording

Uses an interdisciplinary team approach to implement BCE and conducts periodic in-services as indicated for BCE training as it relates to laboratory functions

Works off-hour shifts - weekends - and holidays as priorities demonstrate a need

Works independently to plan - organize - set priorities - works as a team member and effectively complete assignments

Performs laboratory tests in the pathology laboratory on an "as needed" basis to be determined by the Laboratory Manager

Attends regularly scheduled hospital and departmental meetings - as required

Approves timecards as assigned in the Delegation of Authority

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Clinical laboratory technologyLaboratory information systemsLaboratory computer systemsComplianceRegulatory knowledgeGeneralist certification (MLS/MT)Electronic Health Record ModernizationTeam collaborationProblem-solvingOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Required

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

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

Candidates must meet one of the certification options below: (a) Generalist certification as an MLS given by ASCP BOC or AMT, (b) Generalist certification as an MT given by ASCP BOR or AMT, (c) Categorical certification or Specialist certification by ASCP or AMT

May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria)

1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-11) is required for all GS-12 assignments

Knowledge of concepts, principles, and methodology of clinical laboratory technology in relation to laboratory information systems

Knowledge of laboratory operations and their relationship to the organization

Knowledge of laboratory computer systems sufficient to implement various laboratory associated packages and sustain operation of the laboratory system

Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements for laboratory functions

Ability to adapt, implement and integrate the use of software to specific laboratory applications and processes, including the use of office automation software

Ability to independently plan, organize, set priorities, work as a team member, and effectively complete assignments