Clinical Lab Scientist

Allied Health ProfessionalMajor duties include but are not limited to:Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including all testing and tasks of the medical laboratory technician occupation. In addition, performs advanced moderate and high complexity laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles using a comprehensive knowledge of professional medical technology/clinical laboratory science principles, practices, concepts, and theories providing for sound independent work.Performs testing by being able to interpret and apply complex written instructions. Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines of routine and urgent testing. 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 and troubleshoots deviations to maintain optimal operating conditions and accuracy of test results. Uses independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results.Performs and documents quality control and quality assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement. Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions for testing platforms, quality control or patient results that deviate from expected performance.Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors, which influence test results. Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures.Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge. Interprets findings and makes recommendations.Incorporates principles of educational methodology in the instruction and training of new employees and students and in the laboratory's in-service/continuing education program.Work Schedule: Intermittent, days/hours to be determined by the needs of the service.Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized.Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized.Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increase.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: Not Available.Virtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: 11964-F.Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.