Medical Technologist - Charleston, United States - Department Of Veterans Affairs

Description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Duties

At the GS-7 entry level, a Medical Technologist will serve in a career development position practicing under close supervisor of an MT at or above the full performance level.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs a range of laboratory procedures, including testing and tasks of the medical laboratory technician occupation; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.
• Maintains and documents the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment; uses, calibrates,
• Identifies malfunctions, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment; adheres to practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity in the workplace.
• Evaluates and solves problems related to collection and processing of biological specimens for analysis considering physiologic processed and requirements.

At the GS-9 full performance level, a Medical Technologist carries out the day-to-day operation in the laboratory. This would include routine testing, quality control, routine maintenance of instrumentation and troubleshooting.

Duties include but not limited to:

• The MT develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validated the accuracy of the laboratory procedures and results ensuring all laboratory regulatory requirements are met.
• Testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens and/or environmental samples using manual or automated techniques, following practices and regulations governing biosafety and biosecurity in the workplace. These require a broad exercise of independent judgement and responsibility, including organizing and setting priorities with minimal technical supervision.
• The work performed is in a variety of laboratory disciplines, such as chemistry, microbiology, immunology, hematology, and immunohematology. Such positions include requirements to monitor quality control systems and measures; collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients; and provide education for laboratory healthcare professionals and the public in a professional, courteous and effective manner.
• Performs a broad range of laboratory procedures including all testing and tasks of the medical laboratory technician occupation. In addition, performs 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 taking into account 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.
• Identifies discrepancies, solves problems, and presents solutions.
• Answers inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity, test sensitivity, and specific factors, which influence test results. Interprets results and suggests follow-up test selection or procedures.
• Evaluates and implements new techniques and procedures in the laboratory in terms of equipment, method comparison, and establishment of reference intervals using statistical methods and theoretical knowledge. Interprets findings and makes recommendations.
• Incorporates principles of educational methodology in the instruction and training of new employees and students and in the laboratory's in­service/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.
• Organizes work and sets priorities to meet deadlines.
• Work schedule includes weekend and holidays as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Multiple Shifts (8:00am - 4:30pm,/ 4:00pm - 12:00am/, 12:00am - 8:00am) with rotating weekends and holidays or the work schedule will be based on the needs of the Medical Center. Ralph. H. Johnson VA Health Care System is an acute care facility operating 24 hours a day 7 days a week. We offer all shifts with rotating weekends and holidays.

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 10136F

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized

EDRP: Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required