CLS - Lab Chemistry

Job Title

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job Description

Perform routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing using manual and automated methodologies in areas such as chemistry, microbiology, hematology, molecular diagnostics, immunology, and immunohematology.

Interpret and verify test results, troubleshoot testing discrepancies and equipment malfunctions, and implement corrective actions to ensure accurate laboratory results.

Collect, prepare, and evaluate patient specimens while ensuring proper handling, preservation, and documentation procedures.

Perform quality control, proficiency testing, equipment calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities in compliance with laboratory accreditation and regulatory standards.

Support laboratory operations through quality assurance activities, procedure development, inventory management, and technical guidance to laboratory staff.

This is a competitive vacancy announcement advertised under Delegated Examining Authority. Selections made under this vacancy announcement will be processed as new appointments to the civil service. Current civil service employees would therefore be given new appointments to the civil service; however, benefits, time served, and all other Federal entitlements would remain the same.