Local Contract Medical Technologist
Dayton, OH
Encode INC
5x8 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights
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Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist (MT) / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

Project: Pathology & Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS)
TOPR Number: ICSP-0225
Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
Service Contract Act (SCA): Yes
Work Location: Dayton VA Medical Center
4100 West Third Street, Dayton, OH 45428
 

Position Overview

The Dayton VA Medical Center is preparing for implementation of the Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) system and requires temporary laboratory support.

The contractor shall provide Medical Laboratory Technologists (MTs) and/or Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs) to deliver comprehensive laboratory services consistent with national standards, including those established by the College of American Pathologists (CAP).
 

Number of Positions

2.0–3.0 FTE Total:

• Either:
  • 2 Medical Technologists (MT), OR
  • 2 Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT), OR
  • 1 MT and 1 MLT

(Additionally, 3 Phlebotomists under the same contract – separate role)
 

Period of Performance

• 6-Month Base Period
• 1 Optional 6-Month Extension
• Anticipated Credentialing Time: 6–8 weeks

Compensation & Billing

• Partner Bill Rate: $68.15/hour
• SCA Wage Determination (MLT): $23.86/hour
• Health & Welfare: $5.09/hour (if benefits not provided)

Qualifications
 

Medical Technologist (MT) Requirements

Certification (One Required)

Must meet one of the following VHA-recognized certifications:

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) or AMT
• Medical Technologist (MT) – ASCP Board of Registry (BOR) or AMT
• Categorical or Specialist certification – ASCP or AMT

Failure to maintain certification will result in immediate removal from duties.
 

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Requirements

Certification (Required)

Must possess certification from:

• ASCP (Board of Certification or Board of Registry)
• American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB)

Failure to maintain certification will result in immediate removal.
 

Experience Requirement (Both MT & MLT)

• Minimum 24 months (2 years) of clinical laboratory experience

Credentialing & Privileging

All MT/MLT personnel must:

• Be credentialed prior to providing services
• Be approved by Facility Medical Executive Board and Medical Center Director
• Comply with VHA Directive 1100.20 & 1100.21
• Follow all VAMC bylaws, policies, and procedures

Scope of Work / Duties

Personnel shall perform laboratory services equivalent to those provided in a state-of-the-art civilian medical treatment facility.
 

Core Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and related disciplines
• Ensure specimen integrity and accurate processing
• Maintain compliance with CAP standards
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
• Document results in accordance with VA policies
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance programs
• Follow infection control and patient safety protocols
• Support EHRM implementation transition efforts

Submission Requirements

Each candidate submission must include:

1. Updated Resume (All employment gaps explained)
2. OIG Search Result (PDF Print)
   • U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General exclusion check
3. SAM Search Result (PDF Print)
   • System for Award Management verification
4. Limit: Maximum 8 submissions per supplier

Submission Deadline: March 9, 2026 – 3:00 PM EST
Proposal Due: March 11, 2026 – 2:00 PM EST

Compliance Requirements

• Credentialing & Privileging Approval
• Background Investigation
• English Proficiency (Read, Write, Speak)
• Compliance with VA Medical Staff Bylaws