Summary The Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) supervises at least one staff member at the GS-14 grade level. The CLS exercises a full range of supervisory responsibilities in planning, directing and assessing work of subordinate staff. The CLS serves as a VISN-level director for PLM, provides overall technical and administrative direction to the Clinical and Pathology laboratories, and acts as a liaison to facilities within VISN12. Responsibilities VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package for Clinical Laboratory Scientists: Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major Duties include, but not limited too: Performs the full range of supervisory duties in planning, directing and assessing work of subordinate staff. Recommends appointment, plans and assigns work, gives advice and counsel, and evaluates work of subordinates. Plans, directs and coordinates all phases of laboratory operations. Collaborates with internal and external entities to facilitate the implementation of proposed policies and procedures. Negotiates and coordinates the development, acceptance and application of new standards and guidelines. Creates short-term and long-term goals and workplans, including forecasting material and budgetary needs. Develops processes to improve overall quality, efficiency and effectiveness of PLM services and financial management. Maintains knowledge of and complies with the federal regulations associated with the Clinical Lab Improvement Act of 1988. Ensures that system laboratories maintain compliance with regulatory agencies. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full-time; Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Ad-hoc Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 06393F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a trial period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). 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: 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 below. (a) Generalist certification as an MLS given by ASCP BOC or AMT. (b) Generalist certification as an MT given by ASCP BOR or AMT. (c) Categorical certification or Specialist certification by ASCP or AMT. Grade Determinations: Experience: In addition to meeting the basic requirements. Must possess at least one (1) year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14), which is directly related to the position to be filled. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your experience must demonstrate the following KSAs. Knowledge (technical and operational) related to the clinical laboratory and health care systems. Skill in solving complex problems involving unique or controversial aspects of medical technology. Ability to effectively analyze workload, usage, cost efficiency, budget, staffing and quality assurance data and implement corrective actions when indicated. Ability to develop, implement, monitor, and assess strategic plans and goals to meet mission and program objectives. Ability to lead people to accomplish objectives. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Service for requirements. Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
