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Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Laboratory Information Manager)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 2 days ago
Hybrid Mather AFB, CA $140K – $182K Apply by Jun 11, 2026 Clinical Laboratory Science INTP Healthcare
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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. Program 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.
What You'll Do
- →VA Careers - Microbiology/Molecular Clinical Laboratory Scientist: https://youtube.com/embed/eSDGhIwZKdw Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The CLS (LIM) develops and recommends new policies and procedures regarding installation and use of the laboratory information system (LIS) in conjunction with the overall hospital information system (HIS).
- →This individual provides authoritative advice and consultation on the information system as it applies to the clinical laboratory.
- →The CLS advises all organizational levels on functions and capabilities of the LIS.
- →The individual implements and maintains coding and mapping for laboratory test ordering, reporting, billing, and workload recording while considering compliance principles.
- →The CLS analyzes emerging trends, software, and technology and adopts appropriate methods for local programs to meet agency goals.
- →The CLS serves as the local expert for national software developers for testing and validating software packages.
- →They are responsible for compliance with regulatory agency requirements as related to information systems, and they perform audits as needed.
- →The CLS consults with and trains personnel on computer functions, including ordering options, and is responsible for the maintenance of computer security keys.
- →Preferred Experience: Strong understanding of computers and networking , laboratory & analyzer workflows, and the ability to multitask in an organized and detailed oriented manner.
- →Major Duties include but are not limited to the following: The Laboratory Information Manager (LIM) CLS develops and recommends new policies and procedures regarding installation and use of the laboratory information system (LIS) in conjunction with the overall hospital information system (HIS).
- →Provides authoritative advice and consultation on the information system as it applies to the clinical laboratory.
- →Advises all organizational levels on functions and capabilities of the LIS.
- →Implements and maintains coding and mapping for laboratory test ordering, reporting, billing, and workload recording while considering compliance principles.
- →Analyzes emerging trends, software, and technology and adopts appropriate methods for local programs to meet agency goals.
Requirements
- ✓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.
- ✓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 identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
- ✓Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
- ✓As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Personality Fit
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