Medical Technologist- Advanced Staff Technologist

$83,831 - $108,977/Yr

United States Department of Veterans Affairs - North Chicago, IL

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - North Chicago, IL

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Medical Technologist - Advanced Staff Technologist position at the Department of Veterans Affairs involves performing complex laboratory functions on various biological specimens and environmental samples. This role requires a high level of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal supervision, focusing on advanced testing procedures and quality control in a clinical laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary operator on new test systems.
• Maintain operations including preventive maintenance and training on new test systems.
• Assist in writing procedures and other documents as directed.
• Modify or adapt new methods or techniques to improve or expand services.
• Develop protocols for performance of tests and evaluation of results.
• Ensure laboratory tests and procedures are consistent with accrediting agencies' standards and requirements.
• Recognize methodology limitations and consider these when drawing conclusions about testing results.
• Perform validation/method verification studies for new systems.
• Monitor and maintain inventory including reagents, calibrators, quality control, etc.
• Consult with healthcare providers on logical protocols to confirm diagnoses or risk assessments.
• Provide technical advice to staff and other healthcare members.
• Assist with staff competency assessments as applicable.
• Direct staff in workflow and daily bench assignments/duties.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with federal regulations associated with the Clinical Lab Improvement Act of 1988.
• Instruct and coordinate teaching activities for Medical Technology students.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or related science.
• Completion of a medical technology clinical practice program accredited by NAACLS or equivalent.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) by ASCP-BOC, ASCP-BOR, or AMT.
• One year of creditable experience equivalent to GS-09 level in a related position.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with advanced laboratory techniques and methodologies.
• Knowledge of laboratory quality control and assurance procedures.
• Ability to provide or coordinate staff development and training.

Benefits

• 37-50 days of annual paid time off per year (including annual leave, sick leave, and paid federal holidays).
• Traditional federal pension with 5 years vesting.
• Federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options.