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Job SummaryAbout the Position: This position is located at the 49TH Medical Group, Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico This is a Direct Hire Solicitation
QualificationsWho May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes completing laboratory tests and maintaining laboratory instruments/equipment.. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. AND Certification Required: This position has a selective placement factor which must be met prior to employment and for continued employment: This position requires a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Certification. Certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technologist (AMT) or other board or registry deemed comparable by Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs (OASD(HA)) or their designee as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT); Medical Technologist (MT); or Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) is required.
Major DutiesConduct complex laboratory examinations and procedures in Hematology/Coagulation, Chemistry, Microbiology, Blood Bank, Urinalysis, and Diagnostic Immunology.Maintain accurate laboratory records, files, and quality control charts for assigned sections.Manage patient results status using the medical database system.Conduct quality control (QC) program, and troubleshoots minor problems.Schedule major repair and periodic maintenance of laboratory equipment.Comply with The Joint Commission (TJC) and College of American Pathologists (CAP) standards, including participating in the CAP external proficiency program.Ensure sound infection control practices are followed and the correct personal protective equipment is used for tasks performed.Perform administrative activities in support of laboratory requirements.