Full-Time

Clinical Laboratory Specialist

Compliance

Posted on 11/7/2024

CDC Foundation

CDC Foundation

1,001-5,000 employees

Supports public health initiatives and organizations

Government & Public Sector
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$106kAnnually

Mid

Chicago, IL, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Chicago.

Category
Diagnostics & Laboratory Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Qualification as a licensed laboratorian; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  • Certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) as a Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Specialist, Clinical Laboratory Technologist/Scientist, Specialist in Chemistry or equivalent preferred.
  • High level of proficiency with general clinical laboratory equipment, procedures, techniques, and quality control/assurance.
  • Extensive knowledge of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulations, standards, and credentialing requirements, including the Standards and Certification: Laboratory Requirements (42 CFR 493).
  • Familiarity with appropriate handling of Hazardous waste materials such as chemicals and/or bio-hazardous materials, emergency response and safety program management and related safety, health, and environmental regulatory compliance standards, laws, and regulations, such as those from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), CLIA, CAP, FDA, EPA, etc.
  • Knowledge of and experience working with HIPAA Regulations and Compliance strategies, as well as maintaining confidential information.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment to plan, develop, and conduct laboratory assignments within established procedural guidelines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, including communicating orally in a clear, concise manner while tailoring the message to the intended audience; demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public, other agencies, and state staff; acting in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
  • Experience researching, analyzing, and compiling data for reports.
Responsibilities
  • Working collaboratively with the Lab Manager, plans, organizes, coordinates, and oversees the CLIA compliance and training across three clinics.
  • In the absence of Lab Manager, maintains laboratory instrumentation, equipment, pipettes, and testing supply/reagent inventory; performs standard equipment calibrations.
  • In the absence of Lab Manager, performs Quality Control/Quality Assurance measures, reviews quality control/quality assurance assigned data to evaluate documentation requirements; logs quality control data and reports results via designated information management systems.
  • Ensures all available samples are tested in accordance with assigned employee schedule and analyses are in-line with published turn-around-times (TATs) to meet quality measure thresholds.
  • In collaboration with the Lab Manager, develops, writes, and reviews new procedures for the laboratory; collaborates in the development and implementation of new testing procedures as required to support rapid public health response in the community and the state; initiates and carries out projects to improve laboratory operations.
  • Conducts trainings in coordination with Lab Manager for quality improvement processes and controls.
  • Performs routine preparation and laboratory analyses for human disease and public health threat samples following designated laboratory principles and practices and laboratory standard operating procedures.
  • Performs support tasks that are required to maintain laboratory operations - these tasks may include, but are not necessarily limited to, specimen collection, sample handling, specimen preparation, information system procedures, customer support, and common clerical duties.
  • Maintains proficiency and updated knowledge on disease causes and controls to continuously improve the quality of laboratory testing and customer service surrounding testing performed.
  • Communicates instrument repair needs, assay problems, and data issues to the supervisor expeditiously so proactive notification of clients and/or redirecting of testing can be coordinated to minimize result TATs.
  • In collaboration with the Lab Manager, organizes and ensures reagents are made in advance, QC/QA activities are completed on time, and waste is removed appropriately and sterilized (if needed) in a timely fashion.
  • Communicates technical information relating to variety of audiences and contacts appropriate health officials on reportable results.
  • Represents the state with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
  • Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

The CDC Foundation supports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) by enhancing public health initiatives, particularly in response to COVID-19. It focuses on empowering community-based organizations (CBOs) that are integral to local communities, helping them spread important COVID-19 prevention information and ensuring fair access to vaccines. The Foundation collaborates with a variety of clients, including public health agencies and community groups, primarily in the United States. Its business model relies on mobilizing donations and resources from the private sector to fund public health programs, such as educational webinars and technical support for CBOs. Unlike many organizations, the CDC Foundation emphasizes partnerships and community engagement to effectively address health challenges. Its goal is to improve public health outcomes by ensuring that vital health resources and messages reach underserved populations.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

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Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

1992

Growth & Insights
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