Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Laboratory Information Manager)

Job TitleHigh signal to noise ratio, make the content beautiful.Job DescriptionHelpTotal Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties may include, but are not limited to:The incumbent generates reports required for workload monitoring, quality assurance, billing, and turnaround time monitoring.The incumbent assists laboratory staff with laboratory computer hardware and software issues and coordinates installations and upgrades to minimize any potential impact on patient care.The incumbent utilizes concepts, principles, and methodologies of clinical laboratory technology in relation to laboratory information systems (LIS), including, but not limited to, the display of appropriate reference ranges, reporting of proper units, and utilization of appropriate Analytical Measurement Ranges (AMR) and Clinically Reportable Ranges (CRR).The incumbent demonstrates knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements for laboratory functions and maintains knowledge of laboratory computer systems sufficient to implement laboratory-associated software packages, sustain laboratory system operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and pursue technological advancements that support organizational and facility goals.The incumbent demonstrates the ability to independently plan, organize, prioritize, multitask, work effectively as a team member, and complete assignments in a timely manner.The incumbent monitors, maintains, and improves HIS interfaces used by providers to order laboratory tests and retrieve laboratory results.The incumbent provides technical, analytical, and Automated Data Processing (ADP) support to the laboratory and assumes ownership of assigned projects, ensuring timely completion.The incumbent may be required to coordinate after-hours, weekend, or holiday support for disrupted IT functions when necessary to maintain service and when specialized knowledge of laboratory information systems is required.The incumbent demonstrates exceptional communication skills with peers and supervisors, including the ability to speak before groups and communicate effectively through written policies, procedures, memoranda, and training materials.The incumbent maintains and updates policies and procedures related to the laboratory information system in accordance with regulatory requirements and maintains applicable LIS documentation in compliance with VHA Directive 1106 and all applicable accrediting agency requirements.The incumbent implements backup systems during periods of computer downtime, including efficient manual processes for result reporting and timely retrospective order entry and result reporting in the LIS to preserve the integrity of cumulative patient laboratory results.The incumbent completes all required medical center and laboratory training and educational requirements within established deadlines.The incumbent demonstrates initiative by solving problems independently whenever possible and refrains from transferring responsibility unless justified.The incumbent works collaboratively as part of a team, supports coworkers, and maintains effective working relationships.The incumbent promptly reports all variances, incidents, and deviations from policy in accordance with established policies and procedures.Work Schedule: Mon - Fri | 8:00AM - 4:30PMPay: 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 (Appointment Above the Minimum Rate).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).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 $416.66Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Telework: Available (ad-hoc)Virtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: 63729FPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.