Quality Coordinator - Laboratory

Mayo Clinic • Jacksonville, FL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

In partnership with the DLMP section or service line leadership and management, this role is accountable for the effective implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS). The incumbent will serve as a subject matter expert in the policies, processes, and procedures of the QMS, and will develop a broad knowledge of the practice, business, and technology as it relates to their assigned area of responsibility. This position serves as a resource for information and the implementation of new regulations and requirements. The role ensures compliance with institutional, departmental, and external regulatory and accreditation requirements, and provides DLMP section leadership with key quality indicator data and recommendations for improvement. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science (CLS/MLS), medical technology (MT), chemistry, a biological science from an accredited institution, or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in addition to a certificate in MLS.
• In histopathology or non-testing laboratories, bachelor's degree with laboratory certification if applicable.
• Six years of relevant laboratory experience; or a Master's degree from an accredited institution in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science or medical technology and four years of relevant laboratory experience.
• A HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree.
• State of Florida license certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with laboratory accreditation and licensure preferred.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Risk Management and Quality systems experience preferred.
• In-depth understanding of quality management concepts and regulatory/accreditation requirements.
• Experience and/or participation in internal/external audit or inspection process.
• Highly organized, efficient, and able to work independently, exercising strong decision making skills.
• Prior experience as a quality specialist is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Serve as a subject matter expert in QMS policies, processes, and procedures.
• Develop knowledge of practice, business, and technology related to the assigned area.
• Serve as a resource for information and implementation of new regulations and requirements.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, departmental, and external regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Provide DLMP section leadership with key quality indicator data and recommendations for improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior