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HOURS:
8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
*Prefer MLS certification*
Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Coordinator Quality works as part of the Lab team to improve the quality, safety, accuracy, and efficiency of the lab. The coordinator manages all aspects of quality management plan to include collaboration on policies and procedures pertaining to quality control, quality assurance, proficiency testing, and laboratory accreditation.
Essential Job Functions
Develops and implements overall laboratory quality management plans for each section.
Reviews and approves daily, weekly, and monthly quality control data.
Evaluates and establishes quality control and assay performance limits.
Designs, develops, and implements education and training programs to support adherence to quality management plan.
Reviews and standardizes quality and regulatory procedures between testing facilities per market.
Ensures all quality management standards, documentation, and compliance are met for accreditation checklist requirements.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
MLS Medical Lab Scientist Certification or MLT Medical Lab Technologist by a nationally recognized certification agency (preferably ASCP) (required)
Education
Associates, Medical Laboratory Science/Biology/Microbiology/Education (required)
Bachelors, Medical Laboratory Science/Biology/Microbiology/Education (preferred)
Masters, Education (preferred)
Work Experience
4 years' experience in a high complexity testing position (required)
Training
None
Skills
Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Service Orientation
Verbal and Written Communication
Problem Solving
Customer Service
Organization
Time Management
Online Research
Keyboarding
Microsoft Office
Telephone Skills
Lab Information System
Awareness of different learning styles
Quality assurance, control, and management
Training
Educational programs
Policy Management
Analytical Skills
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
May have periods of constant interruptions
General office environment
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
Prolonged periods of working alone
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 0%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 0%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 0%
Stoop/Kneel 0%
Crawling 0%
Climbing 0%
Balance 1-33%
Bending 1-33%
Sitting 67-100%
Walking 1-33%
Standing 1-33%
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - far
Acuity - near
Depth perception
Use of latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Patient Population
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
Who We Are
At Roper St. Francis Healthcare, a career is a commitment to caring for our community and for one another. Trusted by Lowcountry families for generations, we continue to grow, expand access to care and invest in the people who make it possible. With opportunities across clinical and non-clinical roles, competitive benefits and a culture rooted in our mission of healing all people with compassion, faith and excellence, we support our teammates from recruitment through long-term career growth.
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What we offer
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status
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