Look for more than answers. Patients and Physicians rely on our diagnostic testing, information and services to help them make better healthcare decisions. These are often serious decisions with far reaching consequences, and require sensitivity, tact and a clear dedication to service. It's about providing clarity and hope.

You will work for the world leader in the industry, with a career where you can expand your skills and knowledge. You'll have a role where you can act with
professionalism, you can inspire colleagues, and you can care about the work we do and the people we serve.

At Quest, we are on a continuous journey of discovery and development. It's this attitude that has made us an industry leader and the #1 Diagnostic Lab in the US. For those joining us, we offer exciting and fast moving career opportunities where you can affect change at a rate unheard of in many organizations of our size and scope. While we invest in and develop technology to drive our innovations, our ongoing success relies on our people.

Specialist, Quality Assurance

JOB SUMMARY

* Responsible for Licenser, accreditation and inspection of the laboratory.

* Accountable for the internal and external quality assurance programs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

* Develops, implements, and maintains corporate programs including accident/incident investigations, exposure monitoring, eye protection, tuberculosis prevention, biosafety program, emergency evacuation, and safely handling materials.

* Develops and reviews protocols to enhance QA Program.

* Reviews and analyzes external Proficiency Testing program results - maintains data base, produces monthly summaries for internal corporate distribution.

* Facilitates QA Programs that prevent the potential harmful incidents and that meet federal, state, and local regulations and industry standards.

* Coordinate's accident/incident investigations, along with human resources.

* Coordinate the processing of CAP Proficiency testing samples and maintain compliance with CAP, CLIA and NY State Regulations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications : Bachelor's in Science, Medical Technologist, certified as ASCP/ AMT.

Preferred : Master's in Clinical Laboratory Science, ASQ (American Society of Quality) Certification is preferred.

Work Experience : 2-3 years of experience working as a Medical Technologist in different areas of a Clinical Laboratory setting, Knowledgeable with CAP, CLIA , ISO 15189 and other Regulatory Requirements. Previous experience working in Quality dept. is a bonus.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Quest Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Disabled / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity or Citizenship.