Clinical Laboratory Scientist

About the Position: This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available. This position is located at Irwin Army Community Hospital, Fort Riley, Kansas. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. See "Additional Information" section for recruitment incentives.

Responsible for supervising/performing the full range of emergency and routine procedures in the areas of microbiology, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, chemistry and blood bank.

Perform both standard and non-standard tests and examinations, many of which are complex and require professional judgment in order for appropriate patient care to be provided.

Evaluate requested procedures to determine the suitability of specimen for analysis, requesting new specimen if determined to be unusable.

Select, perform, evaluate, and monitor the performance of test procedures using manual and/or automated techniques in accordance with predefined procedures.

Perform operator maintenance on laboratory equipment.

Conduct quality control procedures on equipment, reagents and products, and maintains proper records for quality control reports.

Evaluate and recommend new tests for incorporation into the emergency list, as well as changes in procedures.

Provide guidance to one or two military/civilian medical technicians assigned to the shift.