Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Laboratory Information Manager) - ATC

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : The CLS develops, recommends, and maintains policies and procedures for the laboratory information system (LIS) in coordination with the hospital information system. They provide expert guidance on LIS functions, capabilities, and compliance requirements, including coding and mapping for test ordering, reporting, billing, and workload monitoring. The CLS evaluates emerging technologies, supports software testing and validation, and ensures regulatory compliance through audits and corrective actions. Major duties include, but are not limited to the following: Laboratory Information System Builds or modifies laboratory test files as needed and maintains instrument interfaces with the LIS & EHR. Properly tests and documents all installations, service, maintenance, and upgrades. Troubleshoots analyzer and connectivity issues, coordinating with vendors, OIT and Biomedical Engineering as needed. Update and write procedures, guides, and training manuals as needed. Develop, deploy, and maintain Instrument Manager-based decision-support algorithms ("Rules"). Develops and maintains computer downtime contingency plans for both scheduled and emergency interruptions Consults with leadership to identify laboratory information testing needs and to analyze emerging trends and technology and adopt appropriate methods. Troubleshoot complex communication issues between the instrument and the laboratory information system and/or related applications. Detects and promptly addresses and resolves disruptions in the laboratory service stemming from the software package, instrument interfaces, or middleware. Serves as a recognized expert to provide authoritative advice and consultation on the information system. Ancillary Testing Program Manages and maintains RALS, including daily QC review, monthly QC/LJ/error reports, and system oversight. Reviews daily workload, LSRs, critical results, and manual entries for accuracy. Troubleshoots analyzer and connectivity issues, coordinating with vendors and Biomedical Engineering as needed. Logs and investigate connectivity or sample issues originating from CBOCs. Completes CAP PT and monthly quality control testing for backup analyzers. Performs special projects as assigned. Laboratory Operations & Leadership Establish and maintain effective interdepartmental relations with other services to accomplish medical center goals. Demonstrates effective communications skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively, asking pertinent questions where clarification is needed, even under difficult conditions, fostering a professional manner of communication appropriate to the situation. Nurtures cooperation between the laboratory and other areas of the healthcare system to meet laboratory testing needs Plans and schedules on-going work independently. Communicates with national and/or VISN groups working on laboratory information and/or ancillary testing systems to stay informed of upcoming changes, improvements, and problems. Advise all organizational levels on various aspects of the functions and capabilities of the information system. Communicate daily with end users to resolve immediate issues related to POC devices, LIS connectivity, or workflow. Coordinates ordering and maintaining adequate inventory of consumables and POC supplies. Functions as backup for Minneapolis and CBOC ancillary testing duties. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; Daytime Hours; No Weekend/Holidays Telewo

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