Reference #: 4348867THE POSITIONWould you enjoy an important role in ensuring the health of those in your community and throughout the Commonwealth? Join our team as a Laboratory Examiner and confirm Department of Health programs are available and relevant. This position in the Bureau of Laboratories, Division of Laboratory Improvement, supports the organization's mission of licensing and regulating clinical laboratories within the Commonwealth by performing on-site inspections of laboratories and other activities to ensure the laboratories' compliance with applicable state regulations and federal requirements. Apply today and enjoy everything that a career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania can offer you!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Laboratory Examiner, you are required to frequently travel throughout the Commonwealth to perform on-site evaluations of all areas of the clinical laboratory. You review records of the complexity of testing, laboratory personnel qualifications, instrumentation, quality assurance, laboratory management practices, and other factors to ensure compliance with all required regulations. You prepare either a letter of compliance, letter of deficiency, or a letter of adverse action to the laboratory director based upon the on-site visit. You evaluate the plan of correction received in response to a letter of deficiency, including supportive documents furnished and recommend for or against state licensure, or CLIA '88 certification to ensure that the laboratory is aware of its licensure and/or certification status. In addition, you review and evaluate data from alternative laboratory monitoring protocols to ensure the laboratory's compliance with applicable state regulations and federal requirements.

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　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work weekWork hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.Telework: Working from home (telework) is based on operational needs. This position requires frequent travel throughout the Commonwealth to conduct on-site inspections of clinical laboratories. You will have the opportunity to work from home (telework part time) when performing pre-inspection and post-inspection duties following successful completion of a one-year training period. Supervisor will work with you on a telework agreement and expectations. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Exton.Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:

　　Two years of professional laboratory work experience in a clinical laboratory, and bachelor's degree in a chemical science, biological science, or medical technology; orOne year of professional laboratory work experience in a clinical laboratory, and a master's degree in a chemical science, biological science, or medical technology.Other Requirements:This particular position also requires possession of a current driver's license which is not under suspension.

　　You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the  and click on Residency.

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:

　　You must pass a background investigation and a criminal history report.How to Apply:

　　Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility fo the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.Veterans:

　　Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to  and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

　　711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

　　EXAMINATION INFORMATION

　　Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or:your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.

　　The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.