Quality Control Technician

Overview

Position Summary:

The Analyst II or III or IV Quality Control Technician is primarily responsible for preparing and maintaining quality control materials and all related record documentation used at Navis Clinical Laboratories to monitor analytical test accuracy. The Quality Control Tech reports to Analytical Manager. The Quality Control Technician will assist the Laboratory Director and Quality Manager in the maintenance of quality control records which may be reviewed during various compliance audits and inspections including but not limited to CLIA, the College of American Pathologists, the Washington Department of Health or any other agency that may have regulatory oversight.

The schedule for this 6am – 2:30pm Monday
- Friday or Tuesday-Saturday.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare various quality control materials used to monitor analytical test accuracy including those for initial immunoassay testing, confirmatory testing, specimen validity testing and other testing as dictated by client demand and growth. These include but are not limited to:
  • Open quality control material
  • Blind quality control material
  • Internal standards
  • Prepare various chemicals and reagents used in the performance of tests performed by the laboratory
  • Develop and maintain systems for the documentation of all quality control materials
  • Assist in the collation and reporting of proficiency testing results
  • Assist in the preparation of records and materials required for compliance audits
  • Monitor, perform maintenance, and document maintenance of lab equipment.
  • Develops and maintains an inventory monitoring system which allows for the preparation of all quality control materials and reagents as needed by the various operational
  • Create and maintain records of preparation and perform validation of all quality control materials and reagents
  • Assist Quality Manager and Laboratory Director in the design and implementation of an inspection ready lab system
  • Assist with investigation of lot or quality control issues
  • All functions outlined in Analys I.

Additional Duties:

• Provides support for the department and assists with special projects, as assigned
• All other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, or higher, in medical technology, laboratory science, or one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences[NY Only: qualifies as a clinical laboratory technologist]

OR

• Associate degree in medical technology or one of the chemical, physical, or biological sciences[NY Only:qualifies as a clinical laboratory technician]

• One year experience as an Analyst I, II or III strongly preferred, not required.
• Related experience preferred, not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Meticulous attention to detail
• Able to interpret and follow complex, written, technical instructions
• Sound technical ability & pipetting skills
• Ability to work independently
• Strong problem-solving skills

• Strong work ethic, punctual, reliable personal integrity and accountability
• High motivation level and detail oriented
• Personable and works well with team members
• Strong communication skills
• Understands and carries out instructions
• Promotes teamwork with a positive attitude and professional courtesy

Physical Requirements:

• Light to moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.)
  -Heavier weights with assistance
• Sitting & standing for long periods of time
• Repetitive motions and/or prolonged computer use
• Working at a fast pace, subject to many interruptions and both physical and mental stress