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Clinical Laboratory Scientist- Recruitment/Relocation Incentive/EDRP Authorized
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Overview
The location of the position is Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service - VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS) - Bonham. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a Highly Qualified Individual. This vacancy will remain open until filled. The first cut-off date is 10/20/2025. Additional applications will be referred as needed. Qualifications
Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403 (f) Education: A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university Certification: Candidates must meet one of the certification options: (a) Generalist certification as an MLS given by ASCP BOC or AMT (b) Generalist certification as an MT given by ASCP BOR or AMT Exception for Non-Certified: (a) Applicants who do not currently hold valid certification may be hired by VA and actively work toward their certification if they meet one of the routes identified in Appendix A that makes them eligible to take the MLS certification exam through the ASCP BOC or the MLS certification exam through AMT Certification Agency (b) Non-Certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for licensure may be given a temporary appointment CLS under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2) (c) Non-Certified individuals may only provide care under the supervision of a certified CLS at or above the FPL (d) Non-certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level and may not be promoted/converted until certification is obtained (e) Temporary appointments of non-certified CLS may not be extended beyond 2 years or be converted to a new temporary appointment May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) GS-07 Grade Determinations: Experience — None beyond the basic requirements Assignment: Employee at this level serves in a CLS entry-level position; it is expected that they receive guidance from more experienced staff members and require daily direct supervision GS-09 Grade Determinations: Candidates at this level must meet one of the criteria below: 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade OR Education: Master’s degree or 2 academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education in medical technology or a directly related science Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities (KSAs) for GS-09: (a) Knowledge of policies and procedures of clinical laboratory testing; (b) Knowledge of laboratory quality control and quality assurance principles; (c) Knowledge of laboratory equipment and routine maintenance; (d) Ability to work as a team member and effectively complete assignments; (e) Ability to read and interpret written instructions; (f) Ability to accurately perform pre-analytical - analytical - and post-analytical phases of testing Assignment: A developmental CLS at this grade level; responsible for evaluating - performing - interpreting - and validating the accuracy and validity of test results The CLS demonstrates a clear progression of clinical knowledge and experience by performing testing procedures on a variety of biological specimens using manual or automated methods; includes routine testing - quality control - routine maintenance of instrumentation - and troubleshooting; deviations from regular procedures are referred to more experienced staff GS-11 Grade Determination: Experience — 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level OR Education: Must have 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in medical technology or a directly related science Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities for GS-11: (a) Knowledge of professional clinical laboratory science principles - practices - concepts - and theories that support sound - independent work; (b) Knowledge of laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures and principles of performance improvement; (c) Skill in informatics - laboratory data flow - and laboratory processes; (d) Ability to maintain - troubleshoot - and repair instrumentation; (e) Ability to use independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results; (f) Ability to read - interpret - and apply complex written instructions; (g) Ability to communicate - consult - and interact with other members of the health care team - external relations - customer service - and patient education Assignment: This is considered FPL for a CLS; a CLS at this level independently carries out the day-to-day operations in the laboratory The CLS develops - performs - evaluates - interprets - correlates - and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results in line with current laboratory regulatory requirements The work may be in chemistry - microbiology - immunology - hematology - and immunohematology; testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens and/or environmental samples using manual or automated methods; quality control and routine maintenance of instrumentation are performed; the CLS correlates abnormal lab data with pathological states and determines the need for additional tests Specific targeted laboratory responsibilities or projects may include laboratory safety officer - analyzer specialist - primary operator on new test systems - quality control specialist - supply control - and/or coordinator for the laboratory competency assessment or proficiency/survey program This assignment may include limited duties in areas such as lab information management and ancillary testing; these tasks require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility The CLS assesses a situation - considers the options - and formulates an appropriate course of action; monitoring quality control systems and measures - collaborating in the diagnosis and treatment of patients - and providing education for laboratory health care professionals and the public Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-07 to GS-11 Duties
Total Rewards of an Allied Health Professional Duties are but not limited to: GS-07: A Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) at the GS-7 level serves in an entry-level CLS career development position under close supervision Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including pre-analytic - analytic and post-analytic processes Additionally, performs phlebotomy procedures as well as advanced and complex laboratory procedures Recognizes deviation from expected results - analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis Maintains and documents 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 Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance GS-09: A Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) at the GS-9 level develops - performs - evaluates - interprets - correlates - and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including pre-analytic - analytic - and post-analytic processes Additionally, performs phlebotomy procedures as well as advanced and complex laboratory procedures Recognizes deviation from expected results - analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis 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 GS-11: A CLS at this level independently carries out the day-to-day operations in the laboratory The CLS assesses a situation - considers the options - and formulates an appropriate course of action The CLS develops - performs - evaluates - interprets - correlates - and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results in line with regulatory requirements Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including pre-analytic - analytic - and post-analytic processes In addition - performs phlebotomy procedures as well as advanced and complex laboratory procedures Recognizes deviation from expected results - analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis 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 Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 6:30am- 5:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): may be authorized for a Highly Qualified Individual EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact VISNEDRP2@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 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 Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - eligibility for childcare subsidy Retirement: Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with matching contributions Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 53421F - 53420F - 53419F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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The location of the position is Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service - VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS) - Bonham. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a Highly Qualified Individual. This vacancy will remain open until filled. The first cut-off date is 10/20/2025. Additional applications will be referred as needed. Qualifications
Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403 (f) Education: A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university Certification: Candidates must meet one of the certification options: (a) Generalist certification as an MLS given by ASCP BOC or AMT (b) Generalist certification as an MT given by ASCP BOR or AMT Exception for Non-Certified: (a) Applicants who do not currently hold valid certification may be hired by VA and actively work toward their certification if they meet one of the routes identified in Appendix A that makes them eligible to take the MLS certification exam through the ASCP BOC or the MLS certification exam through AMT Certification Agency (b) Non-Certified applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements for licensure may be given a temporary appointment CLS under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2) (c) Non-Certified individuals may only provide care under the supervision of a certified CLS at or above the FPL (d) Non-certified individuals may only be appointed at the entry level and may not be promoted/converted until certification is obtained (e) Temporary appointments of non-certified CLS may not be extended beyond 2 years or be converted to a new temporary appointment May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) GS-07 Grade Determinations: Experience — None beyond the basic requirements Assignment: Employee at this level serves in a CLS entry-level position; it is expected that they receive guidance from more experienced staff members and require daily direct supervision GS-09 Grade Determinations: Candidates at this level must meet one of the criteria below: 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade OR Education: Master’s degree or 2 academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education in medical technology or a directly related science Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities (KSAs) for GS-09: (a) Knowledge of policies and procedures of clinical laboratory testing; (b) Knowledge of laboratory quality control and quality assurance principles; (c) Knowledge of laboratory equipment and routine maintenance; (d) Ability to work as a team member and effectively complete assignments; (e) Ability to read and interpret written instructions; (f) Ability to accurately perform pre-analytical - analytical - and post-analytical phases of testing Assignment: A developmental CLS at this grade level; responsible for evaluating - performing - interpreting - and validating the accuracy and validity of test results The CLS demonstrates a clear progression of clinical knowledge and experience by performing testing procedures on a variety of biological specimens using manual or automated methods; includes routine testing - quality control - routine maintenance of instrumentation - and troubleshooting; deviations from regular procedures are referred to more experienced staff GS-11 Grade Determination: Experience — 1 year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level OR Education: Must have 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education or a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in medical technology or a directly related science Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities for GS-11: (a) Knowledge of professional clinical laboratory science principles - practices - concepts - and theories that support sound - independent work; (b) Knowledge of laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures and principles of performance improvement; (c) Skill in informatics - laboratory data flow - and laboratory processes; (d) Ability to maintain - troubleshoot - and repair instrumentation; (e) Ability to use independent technical judgment to analyze and interpret laboratory results; (f) Ability to read - interpret - and apply complex written instructions; (g) Ability to communicate - consult - and interact with other members of the health care team - external relations - customer service - and patient education Assignment: This is considered FPL for a CLS; a CLS at this level independently carries out the day-to-day operations in the laboratory The CLS develops - performs - evaluates - interprets - correlates - and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results in line with current laboratory regulatory requirements The work may be in chemistry - microbiology - immunology - hematology - and immunohematology; testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens and/or environmental samples using manual or automated methods; quality control and routine maintenance of instrumentation are performed; the CLS correlates abnormal lab data with pathological states and determines the need for additional tests Specific targeted laboratory responsibilities or projects may include laboratory safety officer - analyzer specialist - primary operator on new test systems - quality control specialist - supply control - and/or coordinator for the laboratory competency assessment or proficiency/survey program This assignment may include limited duties in areas such as lab information management and ancillary testing; these tasks require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility The CLS assesses a situation - considers the options - and formulates an appropriate course of action; monitoring quality control systems and measures - collaborating in the diagnosis and treatment of patients - and providing education for laboratory health care professionals and the public Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-07 to GS-11 Duties
Total Rewards of an Allied Health Professional Duties are but not limited to: GS-07: A Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) at the GS-7 level serves in an entry-level CLS career development position under close supervision Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including pre-analytic - analytic and post-analytic processes Additionally, performs phlebotomy procedures as well as advanced and complex laboratory procedures Recognizes deviation from expected results - analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis Maintains and documents 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 Performs and documents quality control and assurance activities and corrective actions related to test performance GS-09: A Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) at the GS-9 level develops - performs - evaluates - interprets - correlates - and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including pre-analytic - analytic - and post-analytic processes Additionally, performs phlebotomy procedures as well as advanced and complex laboratory procedures Recognizes deviation from expected results - analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis 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 GS-11: A CLS at this level independently carries out the day-to-day operations in the laboratory The CLS assesses a situation - considers the options - and formulates an appropriate course of action The CLS develops - performs - evaluates - interprets - correlates - and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results in line with regulatory requirements Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including pre-analytic - analytic - and post-analytic processes In addition - performs phlebotomy procedures as well as advanced and complex laboratory procedures Recognizes deviation from expected results - analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis 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 Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 6:30am- 5:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): may be authorized for a Highly Qualified Individual EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact VISNEDRP2@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 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 Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - eligibility for childcare subsidy Retirement: Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with matching contributions Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 53421F - 53420F - 53419F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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