Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation

Laboratory Quality Assurance Specialist $10K Sign-On 2 year/$15K Sign-On 3 year, $15K Relocation and Retention Bonus Eligible

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation • $93K *
Bethel, AK 99559In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Reposted 1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree required; Bachelor's preferred with accredited MT program completion.
  • Three years of experience in all areas of the laboratory.
  • Certification at MT/MLT by ASCP or equivalent within one year of hire; MT preferred.
  • Familiarity with clinical laboratory instrumentation.
  • In-depth knowledge of lab functions and quality assurance principles.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure efficient lab workflow and meet established timelines.
  • Perform as a bench Medical Technologist when necessary.
  • Oversee new equipment installation and validation.
  • Troubleshoot equipment and maintain calibration records.
  • Generate QC/QA reports monthly with the lead technicians.
  • Monitor QC trends and provide training and competency records for staff.
  • Collaborate with management to uphold regulatory standards.

Benefits

  • Generous PTO starting at 4.5 weeks per year.
  • Eleven paid holidays annually.
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance options.
  • Flexible spending account benefits.
  • Retirement plans available.
  • Access to an employee wellness center.
  • Additional perks and benefits available.
Full Job Description
Laboratory Quality Assurance Specialist $10K Sign-On 2 year/$15K Sign-On 3 year, $15K Relocation and Retention Bonus Eligible

Bethel, Alaska

The Lab QA Specialist will act as the Charge person to ensure that the workflow of the Lab moves at a pace to meet established time frames. Performs as bench Medical Technologist as needed. Responsible for new equipment installation and assures the validation of the new equipment. The position requires the troubleshooting for equipment and maintenance/calibration/verification records as well as problem solving for patient results. He/She generates QC/QA reports with the help of the department lead tech's on a monthly basis. The position requires daily monitoring of QC for shifts and trends in all departments. Trains and maintains competency records for employees. Resolves patient care issues. Works closely with management to ensure that the standards for CAP, AABB, OSHA, TJC, and CLIA are consistently done and maintained. Attends QA and other meetings as assigned.

Position Qualifications:
  • Minimum Education Associated degree is required with successful completion of MLT program. Bachelors' degree including successful completion of an accredited MT program is preferred.
  • Minimum Experience Three years of experience in All areas of the Laboratory.
  • License, Certification, Registration Certification at MT/MLT by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent within one year of hire. MT preferred.
  • Equipment/Tools Clinical laboratory instrumentation
  • Specialized Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of general lab functions: Hematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Urinalysis, Serology, Blood Banking, Microbiology, and Coagulation. Working knowledge of requirements of Lab Quality Assurance and Point of Care testing per NCCLs, CAP, and TJC. Knowledge of or experience with concepts and principles to total quality management, team process and change theory.
  • Supervisory Responsibilities As assigned by Manager


Benefits Include:
  • Generous PTO - starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
  • Eleven paid holidays
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Retirement plans
  • Employee Wellness Center
  • Plus More!

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Additional Information:
ID:18611Location:BethelDepartment:LaboratoryEmployment Duration:80 Full timeTemporary Status:Not ApplicableHours per Week:40Minimum Hourly Pay:45.10FLSA Status:Non-exempt

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [redacted] or phone [redacted] and ask to speak with a recruiter.

To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)

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