Chemistry Lab Technical Lead - Quality & CAP Ready

St. Luke's Health System; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

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Job summary

St. Luke’s Health System in Nampa, Idaho, is seeking a full-time Technical Lead to oversee the Chemistry Service Line, ensure QA, and support CAP readiness.

The role includes mentorship, training, and competency validation for the team, with 12-hour shifts from 6am to 6:30pm and weekend/holiday rotations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 4 years of experience in a clinical lab setting, and one of several ASCP certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science field or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant laboratory leadership experience.
• Certification: must have one of the following (ASCP_BB, ASCP_C, CYGT, ASCP_CT, ASCP_H, ASCP_HTL, ASCP_M, ASCP_MB, ASCP_MLS, ASCP_MT or AMT_MT, ASCP-MLT).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Quality Control Monitors monthly.
• Evaluate CAP Survey Performance using CAP Proficiency Testing Guidelines.
• Participate in investigations and prepare Proficiency Error Investigation Reports.
• Ensure CAP inspection readiness by following annual/semi-annual service line tasks and participating in self- and onsite inspections.
• Inform and elevate quality issues to Laboratory Leadership, Medical Director, and/or Laboratory Program Manager.
• Participate in creating and reviewing procedures and policies within the service line.
• Verify the accuracy and validity of test results, review quality control and analyzer performance weekly, and troubleshoot quality control issues.
• Review calibrations performed within the service line and ensure maintenance procedures are completed and documented.
• Test specimens in an accurate, organized, and prioritized manner following laboratory policies and procedures.
• Ensure specimens are properly identified, collected, labeled, and stored.
• Perform instrument maintenance according to the section procedures.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment. Instruct trainees in procedures and techniques, serve as preceptor/mentor, and provide real-time feedback to supervisors on trainee performance.
• Assist in performing retraining as required and support documentation of acceptable performance.
• Responsible for trainee and staff competency validation, observing testing procedures, and providing real-time feedback on policy/procedure deviations.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and quality control materials.
• Monitor the service line for new lots of reagents and QC materials, ensuring that necessary testing and documentation are completed before use.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

St. Luke’s Health System in Nampa, Idaho, is seeking a full-time Technical Lead to oversee the Chemistry Service Line, ensure QA, and support CAP readiness.

The role includes mentorship, training, and competency validation for the team, with 12-hour shifts from 6am to 6:30pm and weekend/holiday rotations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 4 years of experience in a clinical lab setting, and one of several ASCP certifications.