Clinical Laboratory Surveyor

The Department of Health Services (DHS) Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) , Bureau of Health Services (BHS) is recruiting to fill a Clinical Laboratory Surveyor position within the Licensing, Certification and CLIA Section (LCCS). LCCS is responsible for federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) certification activities of Wisconsin clinical laboratories performing testing on human specimens for health assessment purposes.

This position: Will typically work between 7am and 4:30pm Monday through Friday with alternating Friday’s off Works remotely and must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet. Requires travel approximately 50% of the time throughout Wisconsin, primarily to the Green Bay/Appleton, Milwaukee, and Madison areas but will also include other travel throughout the state as needed.

Overnight stays will be required. As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package , including: 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time ; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months. Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.

Exceptional pension plan with a 7.25% employer match in 2027 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!

Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High-Deductible Health Savings. Well Wisconsin Wellness Program. A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.

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As a Clinical Laboratory Surveyor, you will administer a statewide clinical laboratory certification program for the regulation, inspection, evaluation, and approval of clinical laboratories. You’ll serve as a scientific consultant for a complete range of laboratory testing procedures and overall laboratory practices and policies for the CLIA 42 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 493.

You will: Prepare for and conduct on-site inspections of CLIA regulated laboratories located in a variety of settings, covering all clinical specialties to determine compliance with federal laws, regulations, and interpretive guidelines. Evaluate information obtained from on-site inspections to determine the nature and extent of existing deficiencies.

Assess and approve or disapprove correction plans received from laboratories and verify that the completion dates for deficiency correction are within the required timeframe. Identify and investigate procedural and technical problems experienced by laboratorians, and provide scientific and technical expertise, advice and recommendations for solving problems and correcting deficiencies.

Conduct studies, research literature, and obtain information on new methods, techniques, and materials to provide consultation and recommendations to laboratories for performance improvement.

The starting pay is between $40.00 and $45.28 per hour (approximately between $83,200 and $94,100 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.

This position is classified as a Medical Technologist Advanced and is in pay schedule and range 15/03.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer. All appointees will be subject to DHS' flu-shot policy. This position requires the ability to drive a State vehicle or the ability to provide one's own transportation. In order to become authorized to drive a State vehicle, you must meet the requirements for the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle policy, which are: Must have a valid driver's license; Must have minimum of two years non-probationary licensed driving experience with a regular (Class D) driver’s license; Must be 18 years of age.

Additionally, your driving record MUST NOT reflect any of the following conditions: Three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two years; Operating While Intoxicated (OWI)/Driving Under the Influence (DUI) citation within the past 12 months; Suspension or revocation of driver's license. For positions that allow remote working flexibility, working outside of Wisconsin or in bordering cities will not be allowed except in extremely limited circumstances due to the need to report to an office location in Wisconsin on short notice.

Employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following: A doctoral, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in chemical, biological, or medical laboratory science. Note: A copy of your official transcripts will be required prior to appointment to this position. Experience working as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, or Clinical Laboratory Scientist.

Experience providing consultation, technical assistance, or guidance to internal or external partners regarding laboratory processes, policies, procedures, or federal CLIA regulations. Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following: Certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Experience auditing or reviewing practices and procedures (e.g., conducting interviews, writing reports based on findings, etc.) Experience performing or participating in laboratory certification surveys or laboratory audits. Your letter of qualifications is limited to 2 pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here .

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If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs . For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions . For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Mike Sansom in Human Resources at MichaelJ.

Sansom@DHS.Wisconsin.gov . DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here .

The deadline to apply is October 19th, by 11:59 pm. Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.