Pathology Quality Assurance Coordinator

Job DescriptionWe are searching for a Pathology Quality Assurance Coordinatorsomeone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will effectively coordinate quality assurance and continuous improvement activities for the General Laboratory.Think you've got what it takes?Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in science Required3 years' experience in a laboratory setting RequiredMedical Technologist, Medical Lab Scientist, Clinical Lab Specialist, Molecular Biology, Molecular Pathology, Blood Banking, Chemistry, Hematology or Microbiology certification can substitute for one year of experienceA Master of Science degree or higher can substitute for one year of experienceResponsibilities:Coordinates Proficiency testing program for Pathology and Point of Care Testing (POCT)Oversees the Quality Assurance programsMaintains a proficiency testing plan that includes, a process for how surveys are handled, a schedule of the ship date of the surveys and, assignment of surveys to staffReviews tech logs and completed worksheets daily, identifies reporting errors and ensures that quality controls were performed as needed. Corrects results as needed and coaches staff.Facilitates Process Improvement (PI) ProjectsEnsure to follow the DMAI2C (define, measure, analyze, improve, innovate and control) process improvement methodologyCoordinates Blood Bank quality assurance activitiesConducts annual fire drills. Ensures that each employee has participated in a least one fire drill annuallyAbout UsTexas Children's first health care location in Austin, Texas Children's Urgent Care West Gate, opened in March 2018, providing high quality pediatric-focused care after hours and on weekends. There are now more than 10 Texas Children's Pediatric primary care practices in the greater Austin area bringing world-class pediatric services to children and their families. Our Specialty Care Center in Austin includes a multidisciplinary group of pediatric specialists committed to providing comprehensive care across a wide spectrum of services, including allergy and immunology, cardiology, ophthalmology, rheumatology, pulmonology, neurology, and more. Texas Children's also plans to build a 360,000-square-foot freestanding hospital for children and women, set to open in 2024.Our thoughtful expansion into Austin will help support a pediatric population of more than half a million and keep kids healthy and happy from birth to adulthood. To join our community of more than 14,000 dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org. You can also learn more about our amazing culture at infinitepassion.org. 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.