Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Quality Manager/Back-up Contracting Officer Representative)

Summary 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) and 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 are ineligible to apply. Responsibilities Serves as a consultant, facilitator, trainer, and technical advisor to staff at all levels to ensure facility compliance with and design, implementation and maintains the PALMS Quality Management Program in alignment with clinical laboratory accreditation and regulatory standards that include, but are not limited to, Joint Commission (JC), College of American Pathologists (CAP), National Enforcement Office (NEO), Veteran's Health Administration (VHA) Food and Drug Admin...