Medical Technologist - Evenings & Nights
Incumbent is proficient in phlebotomy techniques and processes specimens in a timely manner to mitigate pre-analytical risk. The advanced staff technologist rotates with other generalists on a regular basis through the above-mentioned areas. He/She may also work independently and unaccompanied in any of the above departments on evenings, nights, weekends or holidays, and is able to act as the Charge Technologist in any or all the above areas as needed. Performs a variety of procedures including complex analysis and infrequently requested tests, evaluating abnormal results in all sections of the core laboratory, using and maintaining equipment and implementing and monitoring quality control. Assignment requires additional responsibilities in Microbiology, such as planting cultures, stains, blood cultures, etc., plus occasionally working alone. He/She identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions. Serves as a primary operator on new test systems or automated high workload instrumentation, assumes responsibility to maintain operations including preventive maintenance and training of technicians and technologists on the operation of the new test systems. Maintains competency as a Generalist in all areas of the laboratory and as a Level II Blood Bank Technologist. Performs Quality Control development and assurance, instrument set-up and maintenance, and method protocol. May perform validation/method verification studies as assigned. Prepares reagents and controls, sets up and calibrates instruments, performs and calculates results for a variety of tests in all sections. 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, 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 using statistical principles and theories of performance improvement. Adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity in the workplace. Ensures that laboratory tests and procedures are consistent with accrediting agencies standards and requirements. Performs proficiency tests and maintains competencies as required in all assigned areas. Provides technical training and guidance to providers, residents, students, healthcare staff and other employees; recommends updated guidelines and policies in compliance with regulatory requirements for non-routine or complex assignments. 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 (healthcare providers, patients, and others). Gives direction and guidance using underlying principles of laboratory testing. Work Schedule:
Evening shift - (2 positions) 3:
00pm - 11:
30pm; Night shift - (1 position) 8:
30pm - 6:
30am; holidays, weekends as scheduled. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. General Qualification Requirements can be met in one of three ways:
(1) A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science or in a related science (e.g., laboratory sciences such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, immunology, etc.), AND completion of a medical technology clinical practice program. Clinical practice programs completed after 1974 must have been accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP, formerly CAHEA), or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). The professional curriculum may have consisted of a post-baccalaureate certificate program or be integrated into a four-year program of study that culminated in a baccalaureate degree. OR,(2) A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university, including 16 semester hours of biological science (with one course in microbiology), 16 semester hours of chemistry (with one course in organic or biochemistry) and one course in mathematics, AND two years of post-certification clinical laboratory experience (e.g., blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical microscopy, etc.) within the last ten years as a certified Medical Laboratory Technician by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC), American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Registry (ASCP-BOR) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). This experience must include performing moderate and/or high complexity testing in blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology immunology and clinical microscopy (or categorical experience which matches categorical certification) in a clinical laboratory. OR,(3) A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university, including 16 semester hours of biological science (with one course in microbiology), 16 semester hours of chemistry (with one course in organic or biochemistry) and one course in mathematics, AND five years of clinical laboratory experience within the last ten years performing moderate and/or high complexity testing in blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology and clinical microscopy (or categorical experience which matches categorical certification) in a clinical laboratory. Specialized Experience Requirement can be met by:
Demonstrating one at least (1) year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-09, which is directly related to the position to be filled. Certification Requirements can be met by:
Certification as a MT, MLS, or CLS given by the ASCP-BOC, ASCP-BOR, or AMT Written and Spoken English Language Proficiency APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES IN THEIR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED:
1. Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of concepts, principles and methodology of the field to perform advanced techniques. 2. Ability to modify or adapt established methods, procedures or techniques to resolve difficult or complex problems. 3. Knowledge of the application of laboratory regulatory requirements. 4. Ability to provide or coordinate staff development and training. FAILURE TO ADDRESS THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES LISTED ABOVE WILL RESULT IN REMOVAL FROM CONSIDERATION. References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/72 PART II APPENDIX G24 Preferred Experience includes:
Proficient as Generalist MT Includes proficiency in the following sections:
Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Blood Bank, Urinalysis, Specimen Processing, Phlebotomy and Limited Microbiology Blood Bank:
Must be able to perform antibody IDs, use selected cell panels, and antigen typing Phlebotomy:
Must be able to draw in all environments including Emergency Dept, Inpatients, Outpatients, Long-Term Care, Inpatient Mental Health and others. Physical Requirements:
Depending on what section of the laboratory the employee is assigned, this individual must do mix of sitting, standing and/or walking. Depending on the workload and patient mix, it could be a lot of any of these three elements. The employee must have a high degree of dexterity in use and maintenance of many complicated instruments. They are subject to color-blindness testing and must be recorded as passing for employment.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Evening shift - (2 positions) 3:
00pm - 11:
30pm; Night shift - (1 position) 8:
30pm - 6:
30am; holidays, weekends as scheduled. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. General Qualification Requirements can be met in one of three ways:
(1) A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science or in a related science (e.g., laboratory sciences such as chemistry, biochemistry, biology, microbiology, immunology, etc.), AND completion of a medical technology clinical practice program. Clinical practice programs completed after 1974 must have been accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS), Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP, formerly CAHEA), or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). The professional curriculum may have consisted of a post-baccalaureate certificate program or be integrated into a four-year program of study that culminated in a baccalaureate degree. OR,(2) A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university, including 16 semester hours of biological science (with one course in microbiology), 16 semester hours of chemistry (with one course in organic or biochemistry) and one course in mathematics, AND two years of post-certification clinical laboratory experience (e.g., blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical microscopy, etc.) within the last ten years as a certified Medical Laboratory Technician by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC), American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Registry (ASCP-BOR) or American Medical Technologists (AMT). This experience must include performing moderate and/or high complexity testing in blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology immunology and clinical microscopy (or categorical experience which matches categorical certification) in a clinical laboratory. OR,(3) A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university, including 16 semester hours of biological science (with one course in microbiology), 16 semester hours of chemistry (with one course in organic or biochemistry) and one course in mathematics, AND five years of clinical laboratory experience within the last ten years performing moderate and/or high complexity testing in blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology, immunology and clinical microscopy (or categorical experience which matches categorical certification) in a clinical laboratory. Specialized Experience Requirement can be met by:
Demonstrating one at least (1) year of creditable experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-09, which is directly related to the position to be filled. Certification Requirements can be met by:
Certification as a MT, MLS, or CLS given by the ASCP-BOC, ASCP-BOR, or AMT Written and Spoken English Language Proficiency APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES IN THEIR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED:
1. Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of concepts, principles and methodology of the field to perform advanced techniques. 2. Ability to modify or adapt established methods, procedures or techniques to resolve difficult or complex problems. 3. Knowledge of the application of laboratory regulatory requirements. 4. Ability to provide or coordinate staff development and training. FAILURE TO ADDRESS THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES LISTED ABOVE WILL RESULT IN REMOVAL FROM CONSIDERATION. References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/72 PART II APPENDIX G24 Preferred Experience includes:
Proficient as Generalist MT Includes proficiency in the following sections:
Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Blood Bank, Urinalysis, Specimen Processing, Phlebotomy and Limited Microbiology Blood Bank:
Must be able to perform antibody IDs, use selected cell panels, and antigen typing Phlebotomy:
Must be able to draw in all environments including Emergency Dept, Inpatients, Outpatients, Long-Term Care, Inpatient Mental Health and others. Physical Requirements:
Depending on what section of the laboratory the employee is assigned, this individual must do mix of sitting, standing and/or walking. Depending on the workload and patient mix, it could be a lot of any of these three elements. The employee must have a high degree of dexterity in use and maintenance of many complicated instruments. They are subject to color-blindness testing and must be recorded as passing for employment.
- Department:
0644 Clinical Laboratory Science - Salary Range:
$58,260 to $75,740 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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