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.
The supervisory CLS exercises a full range of supervisory responsibilities in planning, directing, and assessing work of subordinate staff. The supervisory CLS recommends appointments, awards, advancement, and disciplinary actions. The CLS plans and assigns work based on priorities, requirements of assignments, and abilities of employees; provide advice and counsel; and evaluate work of subordinates.
Major duties include, but are not limited to the following: Ancillary Testing and POC Program Develops and recommends policy and procedures for the procurement and service requirements for ancillary or point-of-care testing (Testing outside the physical confines of the main laboratory as mandated by VHA Directive 1106) Review and evaluate the appropriate correlation and calibration verification among different instrumentation and methodologies.
Creates, applies and monitors continuous improvement initiatives within the program and/or organization. Maintains the laboratory's electronic document control system, ensuring the policies and procedures are reviewed/revised as needed and are current and consistent with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Serves as the technical expert for Twin Ports, Ancillary Testing and Point of Care Programs.
Provides advice and consultation for markedly difficult, complex, or unique problems encountered in the laboratory section. Quality Assurance Assures corrective action is initiated when test performance (including proficiency testing survey samples) deviates from established performance specifications. Implements and monitors quality management activities. Coordinates quality control programs and assures compliance with the proficiency testing program in the section.
Establishes and monitors quality control activities and document keeping systems. Establishes and maintains a program of preventive maintenance for equipment. Maintains all required records (QC, maintenance, incident reports, PT, and corrective action taken). Ensure all staff are compliant with all safety rules and regulations.
Laboratory Operations & Leadership Carries out day-to-day supervision of the Twin Ports Outpatient Laboratory and the Ancillary Testing Program including waived, moderate and high complexity testing. Plans and schedules on-going work. Adjust staffing levels or work procedures. Collaborates in laboratory scheduling process. The supervisor performs the full range of supervisory duties for Twin Ports Outpatient Laboratory and Ancillary Program roles.
Approves/disapproves or modifies leave for employees in the section. Monitors physician ordering practice, specimen collection/labeling errors, near-miss events, and the ability of the service to meet the needs of providers and patients. Evaluates and implements the use of new methodologies and instrumentation in the section. Write and updates procedure manuals.
Keeps abreast of new technology and justifies expenditure for purchase/lease which can reduce overall operating costs. Recommend and implement improvements in overall efficiency and functioning of PLM regarding management decisions that may affect the service function, and if needed develop new policies and guidelines. Assists in managing financial resources of PLM that includes personnel. Assists in maintaining control point activity from the initiation of supply requests.
Inspections/Accreditation Ensures compliance of all laws, policies, precedents, regulatory, licensing, and accrediting requirements from Joint Commission, College of American Pathologists, CLIA and ensures compliance with VHA Directives. Training/Education Identifies training needs appropriate for the type and complexity of the laboratory services performed. Assures orientation, training, and competency assessment of staff.
Conducts in-services and training sessions in hospital department as related to laboratory testing. Mentor and contribute to the professional development of employees, residents and students. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; Daytime Hours; No Weekend/Holidays Telework: Ad-Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP): This occupational series is eligible for the SLRP. Funding is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. SLRP is an incentive, not a benefit. It is dispersed as a one-time lump sum payment or bi-weekly payments.
The total lifetime gross amount for student loan repayments that may by authorized on behalf of an employee is $100,000 in lifetime awards. Participants must sign a service agreement and maintain an acceptable level of performance to remain eligible for this program. Contact VHAV23SLRP@va.gov for more information.
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
kimberly.harvey5@va.gov · 208-891-5798
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $127286 – $165474/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-09.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
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