Laboratory Quality Assurance Analyst

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute•Fort Myers, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists laboratory technologists in performing a variety of tasks which require a high level of responsibility and sound judgment. Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements, organizational, and departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Prior laboratory or medical office experience preferred.
Analysis & Critical Thinking
Strong interpersonal skills to include effective verbal and written communication.
Detail oriented
Excellent organizational skills
Work independently and prioritize effectively
Possess a moderate level of computer skills to include Microsoft Office products.
Ability to multi-task

Responsibilities

Responsible for laboratory testing, quality control, quality assurance, analyzer maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Prepare specimens for send out when needed.
Operate laboratory equipment including analyzers, centrifuges and other ancillary equipment.
Perform scheduled maintenance, clean lab equipment and work surfaces, maintain laboratory logs, and perform proficiency testing.
Stock and order lab supplies, as needed.
Report and document critical results.
Document test cancellations and specimen identification errors in Origami.
Monitor the pending list and address missing/ pending specimens with the clinics.
Assists with training of new employees.
Administration of quality assurance (QA) functions including coordination, monitoring, and documentation of quality assurance processes for manager review.
Responsible for preventive maintenance of certain instrumentation with appropriate documentation.
Assists with inventory, purchasing and receiving for assigned areas.
Assists with document control processes relating to updates to SOP, forms, TOC, as well as safety information manuals (SDS).
Basic reagent and controls preparation.
Additional tasks as assigned to support the team.