Cytology / Histology QA Specialist

Quality Assurance Specialist

The Quality Assurance Specialist position is responsible for maintenance and oversight of day-to-day operations of the quality assurance / quality management program for the cytology and histology departments.

Essential Functions :

• Compile, review, and analyze data related to client concerns, QA events and corrective actions to determine areas for quality improvement.
• Evaluate quality control data with appropriate department management to determine trends and issues and assist development of corrective action plans to address these issues.
• Assist in review, updates and maintenance of quality assurance plans.
• Support in the preparation for the quality assurance / quality management committee agenda creation and data collection with an emphasis on establishing / maintaining a standardized quality management program.
• Participate in coordinating documentation for accreditation reviews.
• Assists with LIS updates and training.
• Assists with new test implementation.
• Coordinates proficiency testing to include yearly ordering, result entry, ensure rotation through staff, and overview the process.
• Provides education to staff regarding laboratory quality control programs.
• Audit laboratory locations or departments for compliance with company quality policy and procedure and CLIA, CAP, State where applicable to maintain inspection readiness.
• Support PathGroup's mission, vision, goals and management decisions.
• Assist with development, implementation and maintenance of effective departmental QA programs and monitors.
• Assist with coordination of the development, implementation, and periodic review of departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist the departmental supervisors / directors with any special projects.
• Must be familiar with and abide by the Corporate Compliance Program and all corporate policies, including the Privacy and Security policies.

Non-Essential Functions :