Quality Assurance & Safety Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY:
After 60 day training period role will go Hybrid Schedule
Monday-Friday 10:00am-6:30pm

The responsibilities of the Quality Assurance (QA) and Safety Coordinator require exceptional attention to detail as well as working knowledge of laboratory processes and procedures. The QA Coordinator will have a thorough understanding of the company’s quality assurance and quality improvement policies and procedures to assist, and support company projects and activities related to quality assurance, quality improvement, and safety. This position requires experience with the Microsoft Office Suite products. The position is required to adhere to HIPAA, CAP, CLIA, PCI, OSHA, RCRA and other regulatory agencies as they relate to the duties.

Employees are responsible for following all company policies and procedures. These policies and procedures will include adherence to all regulatory and safety standards in performing all aspects of the functions below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assists with maintaining Quality Management Systems for compliance with regulatory and company requirements to include compilation of a monthly QA report.
2. Assists with collecting and collating pathologist QA data and reports.
3. Coordinates continuing education and PIP programs for Pathologists and the laboratory.
4. Maintain the daily QA system for Pathologist QA.
5. Perform weekly and monthly safety and waste inspections as required.
6. Effectively assists with quality monitoring and evaluation of processes to include report design, graphical display and analytical interpretation as needed.
7. Cooperates with the laboratory leadership team and other management teams to enable timely communication and review of reports.
8. Assists with maintaining laboratory regulatory requirements to include assistance with CAP inspection preparation.
9. Assists with review and updating policies and procedures related to quality assurance and safety.
10. Coordinates proficiency testing enrollment.
11. Ensures timely distribution of proficiency reports and monitors ongoing performance.
12. Assists with annual review of laboratory quality plans and measures to maximize performance improvement and error reduction processes.
13. Perform administrative and clerical duties as needed.
14. Knowledge of HIPAA rules and regulations.
15. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and the ability to self-direct.
16. Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT:

1. Must be able to work with Administrative and Professional staff.
2. Must be able to work independently.
3. Must be able to perform duties requiring manual dexterity for handling blocks/slides.
4. Must be able to work in a laboratory setting.

EQUIPMENT USED:

1. Computer Equipment
2. Phone and Fax Machines
3. Software programs for Virtual Meetings (Skype, Zoom, Teams, etc.)
4. Printer

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, analytical, or related field preferred. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of two (2) years of experience in quality assurance or safety role is required.
· Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred.
· Laboratory experience preferred.
· Experience with CAP, CLIA, OSHA, or other laboratory regulatory requirements preferred.
· Experience with quality management systems and performance improvement programs preferred.
· Knowledge of incident reporting, corrective actions, root cause analysis, and process improvement methodologies preferred.
· Knowledge of HIPAA rules and regulations preferred.
· Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills preferred.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the duties of this job. Clin-Path provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and gender identity. Clin-Path complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Benefits:

Clin-Path Associates offers nationally competitive compensation and benefits. Our benefits program provides a comprehensive array of services to our employees including, but not limited to health insurance (Primarily covered by the company), dental insurance (100% covered by the company) vision insurance, paid time off, retirement contributions (401k), & flexible spending account (FSA).