QA Coordinator - Full time - Day shift

Essential Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively and appropriately
• 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
• Solves 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
• 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

Resource and Support

• Fosters a positive and cooperative work environment
• Evaluates activities across the pre analytic, analytic, and post analytic phases of the laboratory workflow
• Shares skills and knowledge with others
• Represents the laboratory on Meritus Health interdepartmental committees, councils, and working groups

Technical Skills

• 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

Education and Experience

• Associates Degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry required
• Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry preferred
• Five years of clinical laboratory testing experience required
• Previous experience with quality assurance is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of laboratory operations
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory regulatory standards
• Demonstrated knowledge of quality control principles and their application
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off starting from day one
• 401k plan and education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts

Career Development

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Company Culture

• Caring for Our Team
• Collaborative and caring work environment
• Warm welcomes and hospitality-driven closures
• Happy to Help attitude