Technical Coordinator - QA/Education

Position: Technical Coordinator - QA/Education Talent Area: Laboratory Full/Part Time: Full time Location: Houston, TX, US Department: LAB - CHEMISTRY Shift: 8am - 4pm / Monday - Friday Job ID: 425589 We are searching for a Technical Coordinator – someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide effective guidance and operation of the Laboratory in compliance with Departmental and Institutional goals. To coordinate technical procedures to ensure that high‑quality laboratory services and testing are provided to patients in a timely and cost‑effective manner. Qualifications Certification required: BB-ASCP, C-ASCP, CG-ASCP, CLSP-NCA, H-ASCP, HLT, M-ASCP, MB-ASCP, MLS-ASCP, MP-ASCP, MT-AMT, MT-ASCP, MT-STATE, SBB-ASCP, or SC-ASCP PhD in lieu of certification is acceptable 4 years experience in a laboratory setting, one (1) year in the area of specialization required Responsibilities Collaborate on the performance of routine and complex procedures. Recognize and solve administrative/operational problems. In conjunction with the Manager and Medical Directors, develop new methodologies and procedures; coordinate the performance of method evaluations to include technical performance, ease of use, quality control, and maintenance; collate evaluation data for review and recommend implementation. Oversee the quality control/quality assurance programs, work with the Manager to develop and maintain a quality program for the laboratory including setting quality control performance policies, calibration verification, review of QA data and equipment. Resolve issues identified and develop and implement corrective actions in response to QA failures. Facilitate computer operations, maintain system integrity, file maintenance, report, label and collection list printing as related to assignments and requirements for the section/shift; resolve worksheet and printer problems in section. Coordinate and support Continuing Education programs; maintain personal expertise level in area(s) of responsibility; coordinate and facilitate continuing education events for staff. Assist the Manager with financial operations, maintain supply inventory, monitor supply expenses and usage of consumables to stay within budget. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children’s without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Children's Hospital