Clinical Laboratory Scientist- Generalist

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including all testing and tasks of the CLS occupation
• In addition, performs advanced and complex laboratory procedures
• Recognizes deviation from expected results and analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles
• Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis considering physiologic processes and requirements
• Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment
• Uses, calibrates, identifies malfunctions, performs limited minor repairs, and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Diagnostics deviations in test performance due to instrument malfunction
• Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance using statistical principles when applicable and theories of performance improvement
• Adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity in the workplace
• Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions
• Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors influencing test results
• Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures
• May be called upon to assist in evaluation and implementation of new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods when applicable, 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
• Communicates effectively and courteously while working as a healthcare team member
• Provides excellent service as defined by the customer (e.g., healthcare providers, patients, and others)
• Gives direction and guidance using underlying principles of laboratory testing
• Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines

Physical Requirements

• The incumbent must be able to perform moderate lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Requires moderate physical exertion such as straight pulling, pushing, reaching above the shoulder, using fingers and both hands, walking, standing for up to 4 hours, kneeling, repeated bending, using both arms and legs
• Specific visual requirements include use of both eyes, depth perception, ability to distinguish colors and shades of colors, hearing (aids permitted), clear, high cognitive function, and emotional stability

Work Schedule

Overnights: 9:00 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.

10 hour shifts

Compressed/Flexible: Available to be discussed with supervisor

Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus)

Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance)

Not Authorized

Paid Time Off

Total of 37-50 days of annual paid time off 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 $416.66

Retirement

Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance

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 #

60601-A, 60602-A, 60603-A