Technical Coordinator, Clinical Laboratory
About The Position
Functions as the technical and clinical subject matter expert in one or more areas of the laboratory. Duties routinely include evaluating Quality Control (QC) and Proficiency Testing (PT), taking corrective action when needed, as well as periodically summarizing QC and PT results in reports or graphs for Medical Director review. Also performs a variety of Quality Assurance (QA) duties such as review of records (patient testing, instrument maintenance, temperature, etc), taking corrective action when needed. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of technological advances and accreditation requirements related to assigned areas of the Laboratory. Plays a key role in maintaining accreditation readiness; participates in accreditation surveys and regulatory agency inspections. Advises on, and provides guidance for, technical and clinical problem-solving or trouble-shooting, ensuring accurate and actionable test results. Advises on the technical aspects when new policies, procedures and protocols are being developed and implemented. Develops and coordinates the completion of validation and verification plans for new procedures and equipment. Develops training material and competence assessments for new procedures and equipment. Trains and assesses the competency of co-workers. Routinely performs all duties of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, in one or more areas of the Laboratory. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure patient privacy and maintain the highest level of safety and reliability in testing.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology or related-field.
- CA Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- 5 years recent relevant experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence in routine specimen collection, preparation, testing applications, laboratory operations, and quality assurance in one or more assigned clinical specialty areas; examples: Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Hematology/Coagulation, Urinalysis and Transfusion Service.
- Demonstrates subject matter expertise in one or more technical areas of the Lab.
- Knowledgeable as to regulatory and accreditation requirements.
- Skilled in QC/QA, equipment troubleshooting, training, assessing competency, procedure development, and technical problem-solving.
- Ability to organize and prioritize job duties and assigned tasks for completion within expected time-frames
- Ability to accurately, precisely, and reliably perform job duties and assigned tasks.
- Demonstrates sound judgment and problem solving relevant to assigned duties.
- Ability to compassionately and effectively interact with patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, values, beliefs and behaviors
- Workflow Management Ability to appropriately respond to: Fluctuations in volume, Unexpected situations or problems such as equipment or information system failure, Shift-to-shift hand-offs, STAT test orders, Specimen integrity issues, Regular review of pending logs, and Priority assignments, etc.
- Adherence to Practices & Procedures: Ability to follow standard practices, processes, and procedures in sequence.
- Knowledge of applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures aimed at ensuring the privacy and safety of patients.
Responsibilities
- Evaluating Quality Control (QC) and Proficiency Testing (PT)
- Summarizing QC and PT results in reports or graphs for Medical Director review
- Performing Quality Assurance (QA) duties such as review of records
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of technological advances and accreditation requirements
- Participating in accreditation surveys and regulatory agency inspections
- Advising on technical and clinical problem-solving or trouble-shooting
- Advising on the technical aspects when new policies, procedures and protocols are being developed and implemented
- Developing and coordinating the completion of validation and verification plans for new procedures and equipment
- Developing training material and competence assessments for new procedures and equipment
- Training and assessing the competency of co-workers
- Performing all duties of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- Adhering to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
