QA Coordinator - Full time - Day shift

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

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About The Position

Communicates effectively and appropriately Uses sound judgment regarding what information to share, with whom, and through which method Speaks clearly and credibly, selecting the right tone for the situation and audience Listens actively and allows others to express their viewpoints Seeks, collects, and synthesizes information from a variety of stakeholders and sources Clearly documents information and validates data accuracy Resolves inconsistencies by seeking additional resources when needed Objectively analyzes data to determine whether it supports intended goals or outcomes Serves as a key resource to employees at all levels Maintains a consistent and professional approach to inquiries Supports all process improvement initiatives within the laboratory Provides data and analysis to demonstrate the effectiveness of improvement efforts Uses information from oral, written, and electronic sources to make appropriate decisions Provides documentation when applicable Demonstrates sound judgment through timely referral of information Uses technology efficiently to manage information Serves as the primary laboratory resource for creating and generating reports within the electronic health record system Monitors key performance indicators and reports status to laboratory management Creates an environment that encourages teamwork and removes barriers to collaboration Shares skills and knowledge with others Represents the laboratory on Meritus Health interdepartmental committees, councils, and working groups Possesses the technical skills and systems knowledge required to perform essential tasks Demonstrates willingness and ability to train or coach others in areas of technical expertise Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role. Happy to Help At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry required
• Five years of clinical laboratory testing experience required
• Current MT or MLS certification required
• If hired into the QA Coordinator position prior to March 1, 2021, MLT certification is accepted
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of laboratory operations
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory regulatory standards
• Demonstrated knowledge of quality control principles and their application
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry preferred
• Previous experience with quality assurance is preferred

Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively and appropriately
• Uses sound judgment regarding what information to share, with whom, and through which method
• Speaks clearly and credibly, selecting the right tone for the situation and audience
• Listens actively and allows others to express their viewpoints
• Seeks, collects, and synthesizes information from a variety of stakeholders and sources
• Clearly documents information and validates data accuracy
• Resolves inconsistencies by seeking additional resources when needed
• Objectively analyzes data to determine whether it supports intended goals or outcomes
• Serves as a key resource to employees at all levels
• Maintains a consistent and professional approach to inquiries
• Supports all process improvement initiatives within the laboratory
• Provides data and analysis to demonstrate the effectiveness of improvement efforts
• Uses information from oral, written, and electronic sources to make appropriate decisions
• Provides documentation when applicable
• Demonstrates sound judgment through timely referral of information
• Uses technology efficiently to manage information
• Serves as the primary laboratory resource for creating and generating reports within the electronic health record system
• Monitors key performance indicators and reports status to laboratory management
• Creates an environment that encourages teamwork and removes barriers to collaboration
• Shares skills and knowledge with others
• Represents the laboratory on Meritus Health interdepartmental committees, councils, and working groups
• Possesses the technical skills and systems knowledge required to perform essential tasks
• Demonstrates willingness and ability to train or coach others in areas of technical expertise

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• education assistance program
• employee assistance program
• employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees