Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Laboratory Information Manager)

VA Careers - Microbiology/Molecular Clinical Laboratory Scientist

The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) (LIM) develops and recommends new policies and procedures regarding installation and use of the laboratory information system (LIS) in conjunction with the overall hospital information system (HIS). This individual provides authoritative advice and consultation on the information system as it applies to the clinical laboratory. The CLS advises all organizational levels on functions and capabilities of the LIS. The individual implements and maintains coding and mapping for laboratory test ordering, reporting, billing, and workload recording while considering compliance principles. The CLS analyzes emerging trends, software, and technology and adopts appropriate methods for local programs to meet agency goals. The CLS serves as the local expert for national software developers for testing and validating software packages. They are responsible for compliance with regulatory agency requirements as related to information systems, and they perform audits as needed. The CLS consults with and trains personnel on computer functions, including ordering options, and is responsible for the maintenance of computer security keys.

Preferred experience: Strong understanding of computers and networking, laboratory & analyzer workflows, and the ability to multitask in an organized and detailed oriented manner.

Major duties include but are not limited to the following:

• The Laboratory Information Manager (LIM) CLS develops and recommends new policies and procedures regarding installation and use of the laboratory information system (LIS) in conjunction with the overall hospital information system (HIS).
• Provides authoritative advice and consultation on the information system as it applies to the clinical laboratory.
• Advises all organizational levels on functions and capabilities of the LIS.
• Implements and maintains coding and mapping for laboratory test ordering, reporting, billing, and workload recording while considering compliance principles.
• Analyzes emerging trends, software, and technology and adopts appropriate methods for local programs to meet agency goals.
• Serves as the local expert for national software developers for testing and validating software packages.
• Responsible for compliance with regulatory agency requirements as related to information systems, and they perform audits as needed.
• Consults with and trains personnel on computer functions, including ordering options, and is responsible for the maintenance of computer security keys.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30-4:00

Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience.

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)

Telework: Available on Ad-hoc only

Virtual: This is NOT a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 7405F