Technical Specialist - Auto Lab at HUP

Responsibilities:

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  Technical Services: Monitors pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical phases of test systems
  Periodically reviews the range and types of tests offered to ensure laboratory services remain supportive of advances in laboratory testing systems
  Keeps abreast of technical development in area of specialization
  Acts as a resource person for the section’s services
  Maintains technical ability and knowledge required to supervise the performance of any procedure in the section
  Assists in the formulation and monitoring of a Quality Control/Quality Improvement program
  Takes responsibility for staff errors
  As assigned, oversees and resolves test system problems for all assays through instrument troubleshooting, assessing operator performance and monitoring trends in patient data and quality control data to determine proper instrument/method performance
  As assigned, develops new assays through to validation
  As assigned, ensures enrollment in appropriate Proficiency Testing programs which meet federal, state, and accrediting agency requirements
  Manages the entry of results into appropriate database for all proficiency testing results
  Monitors workflow and workload within the sections and adapts operational plan accordingly in a timely manner
  Assists clinicians and researchers in utilizing lab services in support of special projects and research protocols
  Meets with clinical research sponsors/auditors to review lab service support for various clinical trials
  As assigned, ensures equipment is maintained with appropriate documentation
  Follows manufacturer’s guidelines and routine preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment in the sections
  Assumes bench responsibilities when required
  Maintains competency in all technical aspects of the section
  Able to perform, troubleshoot, and explain each test procedure currently performed in the section
  Performs teaching functions with residents/fellows, Medical Laboratory Science and other students.
  
  Regulatory Compliance: Works with the Division’s Quality Assurance manager in functioning as liaison to accrediting / regulatory agencies in preparation for inspections, site visits, documentation of compliance, deficiency corrections, status changes, and licensing renewals
  Maintains an updated database related to Federal, State, and local government agencies and professional accrediting agencies’ regulatory requirements impacting lab operations including: AABB, CMS (Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services), DOH (Appropriate state Dept. of Health), DOH (Bureau of Laboratories), CAP (College of American Pathologists), CLSI (Clinical laboratory Standards Institute), FDA, FACT, TJC (The Joint Commission), OSHA (Occupational Safety and health Act), NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission), DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency), DOT (Dept. of Transportation: Shipment of Hazardous Material)
  Ensures that all quality control, instrument records, test records and other documentation are maintained in a manner which complies with all regulatory requirements
  Ensures that review of department operating policies and processes are performed within required time limits
  Monitors and participates in department efforts to maintain a safe working environment through development of safety policies, ongoing surveillance of environment, and work practices
  Ensures deficiencies noted are corrected.
  

Credentials:

• American Society for Clinical Pathology
• Appropriate certification from ASCP if available Appropriate Specialist Certification

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required)
• Education Specialization: Medical Laboratory Science or other biological or chemical science or U.S. equivalent (substantiated by foreign credential evaluation statement) Equivalent Experience:
• Master of Arts or Science
• Education Specialization: Medical Laboratory Science or other biological or chemical science or U.S. equivalent (substantiated by foreign credential evaluation statement) Equivalent Experience: •And 2+ years Clinical lab experience •Additional education and or training in Management or Lab Management