Quality Assurance Coordinator

Location: Phoenix Shift: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Days, 6am-4:30pm Category: Laboratory/Pathology Posting #: 1068366 Employee Type: Full-Time Position Summary This position provides quality and regulatory support for the Quality and Regulatory Manager of the laboratory for the development, implementation, and administration of the laboratory`s quality management and safety programs to ensure all applicable regulatory compliance. Position Duties Under the direction of laboratory leadership, ensures regulatory compliance and quality standards of all areas of the laboratory including Anatomic Pathology and Biorepository. Ensures compliance with all accreditation standards, federal and state laws. Work with laboratory leadership to perform risk assessments, data analysis, compliance audits and records reviews on the effectiveness of the quality and compliance processes and controls. Maintains, establishes, and produce licenses/accreditation and regulatory files. Assists with coordination of accreditation and regulatory inspections, gathering, providing information, researching, communicating, and documenting the process. Responsible for coordinating timely responses to accrediting agencies post-inspection. Assists in development and implementation of policies, procedures, training, and educational programs for all areas of the laboratory. Leads performance improvement initiatives for the program and monitors their effectiveness. Serves as a document administrator in the laboratory`s document control system. Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigation measures where appropriate. Oversees laboratory safety and chemical hygiene plans to maintain a safe environment for laboratory staff. Serves as a liaison between Laboratory and other hospital areas to coordinate all quality improvement activities for optimal efficiency and effectiveness; recommends process changes as appropriate. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested. Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values Mission To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families Vision Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education. We realize this vision by: Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families Values We place children and families at the center of all we do We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable Position Qualifications Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed. Education Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Bachelor`s degree in Medical Technology or equivalent combination of post-secondary education and experience. Required Yes No Experience Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Three years previous hospital laboratory experience Required Yes No 2. Previous experience in a laboratory quality or leadership role Required Yes No Additional Requirements Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement? 1. Nationally recognized laboratory certification (ASCP or equivalent) Preferred Yes No Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential 1. Physical Requirement - Climbing -Occasionally 2. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) -Occasionally 3. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) -Occasionally 4. Physical Requirement - Hearing -Constantly 5. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling -Occasionally 6. Physical Requirement - Reaching -Occasionally 7. Physical Requirement - Sitting -Frequently 8. Physical Requirement - Standing -Frequently 9. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling -Occasionally 10. Physical Requirement - Talking -Constantly 11. Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling -Occasionally 12. Physical Requirement - Walking -Occasionally 13. Physical Requirement - Near Vision -Occasionally 14. Physical Requirement - Far Vision -Occasionally 15. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination -Occasionally 16. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment -Constantly 17. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance -Occasionally 18. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance -Occasionally 19. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment -Applicable 20. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Outdoor weather conditions -Applicable 21. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme temperatures -Applicable 22. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas -Applicable 23. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - High places -Applicable 24. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme noise levels -Applicable 25. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases -Applicable 26. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid -Applicable 27. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles -Applicable 28. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure -Applicable 29. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure -Applicable 30. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals -Applicable I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirementsand occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree #J-18808-Ljbffr