Laboratory Coordinator - HPC & Cellular Therapy

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Under general direction, the HPC Laboratory Quality Coordinator oversees the safety and quality management operations and accreditation compliance of the HPC Laboratory within the Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Assists with revisions to and implementation of the required TCT & HPC Safety & Quality Plans.

• Develops, analyzes, and documents the required activities to measure the quality of care and outcomes for patients in the TCT Program.

• Assists with the planning, coordination, and maintenance of regulatory compliance with all relevant accreditation standards.

• Acts as a resource and consultant for the data needed for performance improvement in all areas of the program.

• Performs the necessary activities for monitoring of relevant elements of the TCT Program Safety & Quality management activities which includes: conducting audits, abstracting and compiling relevant data, assisting with compliance with regulatory/accreditation requirements, and helping to develop reporting schedules and formats.

• In collaboration with the TCT Quality Manager, assists with and helps facilitate all activities related to FACT (Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy) and any other necessary accreditations for the program.

• Responsible for ensuring completion of all equipment maintenance, quality control, and/or calibration of departmental equipment and properly documenting actions taken based on approved schedule. Performs these tasks when delegation is not feasible or appropriate.

• Sets up new methodologies and develops procedural protocols.

• Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the laboratory in meeting all regulatory accreditation standards including creating reports for management on data quality indicators.

• Resolves problems as necessary.

• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with physicians and other healthcare staff.

• May assist in staff training and improving the training plans.

• Works at the bench when needed, including providing coverage for donor marrow collections in the OR, as needed.

• Assumes responsibility of own professional development and acts as a mentor for others.

• Contributes to policy and procedure development to ensure that compliance and quality standards are met.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology required. Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MT/CLS), or other related Bachelor of Science degree, preferred.

Experience: 3 or more years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting. Quality management or accreditation compliance experience preferred.

Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: National Certification by a recognized organization (ASCP, AABB, AMT, or equivalent) as a MT, CLS, MLS, BB, H, or CABP required. CABP preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of medical technology, theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety and quality procedures with an ability to apply the knowledge in everyday situations.

• Ability to work under stress and to function in emergency situations.

• Good communication skills. Ability to write procedures.

• Ability to work effectively with others.

• Good computer knowledge essential.

• Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education activities.