The Supervisory Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Laboratory Manager) position is located at the VA Illiana Healthcare Center, 1900 E Main St., Danville, IL 61832.
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 (TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED): 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, you must possess at least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-12), which is directly related to the position to be filled. Your experience must demonstrate the following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of regulatory, licensing, accrediting agency requirements and statutes governing clinical laboratory operations used in planning, implementing, and monitoring laboratory programs and services. Skill in problem solving and applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to measure and improve program effectiveness and/or organizational productivity. Skill to develop new or modified work methods, organizational structures, records and files, management processes, and staffing patterns. Skill in administrative management such as budgeting, contracting, procurement, and property management in accordance with VHA regulations. Ability to balance administrative and clinical functions to coordinate and manage programs and resources. Ability to plan and execute short-range and long-range programs and/or goals through project management and tactical/strategic planning. Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, technical information with a wide variety of individuals including senior managers in a medical center or health care setting or higher-level managers in regional or national offices (for example, VISN-level staff and VHA Central Office staff). 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.
The Supervisory Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) serves as a Laboratory Manager (Lab Manager). The CLS exercises a full range of supervisory responsibilities in planning, directing and assessing work of subordinate staff. The CLS plans and assigns work based on priorities, requirements of assignments, and abilities of employees; provides advice and counsel; and evaluates the work of subordinates. The CLS provides guidance and serves as an authority and subject matter expert on laboratory medicine including research, agency policies, new techniques, and procedures. The CLS develops guidelines, assesses laboratory effectiveness. and establishes and maintains quality assurance and performance improvement programs. The CLS consults with local and network officials as well as develops and and manages program budget and resource usage, inventory, acquisition, and contracting processes. The CLS assists and participates in education programs affiliated with institutions that provide training for individuals in the laboratory. Major Duties: Develops guidelines. Assesses laboratory effectiveness. Establishes and maintains quality assurance programs. Serves as an authority on laboratory medicine. Serve as a consultant to local, network and national programs officials. Keeps abreast of current research, clinical methods, and technical advances in the field. Develops and integrates new techniques and procedures into laboratory programs. Provides direction and guidance to staff. Develops and manages program budget. Interprets and provides technical guidance on agency policies and procedures. Maintains knowledge of and complies with the federal regulations associated with the Clinical Lab Improvement Act of 1988. Work Schedule: Full Time; Monday-Friday; 8:00AM-4:30PM Telework: Ad-Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position Travel Required: Yes- 25% Functional Statement #: 06384F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.