Medical Technologist / Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Technologist / Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Company: GD Resources LLC
Location: VA Palo Alto Health Care System, 3801 Miranda Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Employment Type: Full-time, onsite
Number of Openings: Seven
Anticipated Start Date: April 1, 2027
Schedule: Day, evening, swing, and night shifts; weekend and holiday coverage may be required.

About the Position

GD Resources LLC is seeking qualified Medical Technologists / Clinical Laboratory Scientists to support the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Service at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. Selected candidates will supplement VA laboratory staff and perform clinical testing that supports the diagnosis, treatment, and care of Veterans.

This role requires sound laboratory judgment, accurate documentation, attention to quality control, and effective communication with laboratory personnel and healthcare providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform automated and manual laboratory testing in chemistry, urinalysis, hematology, serology, bacteriology, and immunohematology.
• Assess specimen suitability, prepare samples for analysis, and request replacement specimens when necessary.
• Receive and accession specimens in the VA laboratory information system and prepare samples for referral to outside laboratories.
• Evaluate and verify test results, considering testing procedures and relevant patient information.
• Perform additional testing to clarify or confirm abnormal findings and promptly communicate critical results to the appropriate provider.
• Enter, review, edit, and verify laboratory results in electronic systems.
• Conduct and document quality-control procedures for equipment, reagents, and laboratory products.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments within assigned training and competency.
• Maintain specialized supplies and support an organized, safe laboratory environment.
• Perform phlebotomy as needed, including collection of blood cultures and compatibility specimens.
• Follow VA procedures for patient identification, infection prevention, confidentiality, and laboratory safety.
• Complete required training, competency assessments, attendance records, and timesheets.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Graduation from a medical technology program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).
• Current certification or registration through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
• Full and unrestricted professional license in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia, consistent with final VA requirements.
• At least one year of relevant experience, including clinical training, within the past five years.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Computer literacy and ability to accurately document laboratory work electronically.
• Ability to perform assigned laboratory procedures and maintain required competencies.
• Ability to complete required credential verification, fingerprinting, background investigations, and VA onboarding before beginning assigned clinical duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a hospital or VA clinical laboratory.
• Familiarity with VistA and the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
• Experience across multiple laboratory disciplines.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation, quality control, and troubleshooting.
• Availability for evening, night, weekend, or holiday assignments.

Work Schedule

The laboratory operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Potential shifts include:

• Day: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Evening: 3:30 p.m.-midnight.
• Swing: Noon-8:30 p.m.
• Night: 10:00 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

Regular shifts include a 30-minute unpaid meal break. Final schedules will depend on VA staffing needs. Overtime may be required with advance authorization.

How to Apply

Please submit your current resume through email to [click to reveal email address]Abdel@gdrdefense.com, and identify:

• Your current ASCP or AMT certification.
• Professional licenses held and their expiration dates.
• Relevant laboratory experience and areas of competency.
• Preferred shifts and weekend/holiday availability.
• Earliest available start date.

Candidates selected to proceed will be asked to provide supporting education, certification, licensure, and credentialing documentation.

GD Resources LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any status protected by applicable law.