Lab Operations & Quality Specialist

Altru; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) retirement plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND seeks a Lab Technical Specialist to support laboratory operations and technical oversight, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality performance. The role requires applying independent judgment to optimize service delivery and equipment usage.

The position involves developing and monitoring quality metrics, training staff, and coordinating daily workflows with the Lab Manager to achieve efficient, safe, and compliant lab services.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and certified as MLS or MLT.
• Experience with quality assurance programs and regulatory standards.
• Ability to interpret laboratory data and use metrics for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensures regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards are met through QA.
• Supports development of goals, metrics, and KPIs for the service area.
• Evaluates and implements equipment, test methods, and software.
• Documents corrective actions and participates in QA improvements.
• Provides staff orientation, training, and competency assessment.
• Manages projects and submits reports and data summaries.
• Serves as a technical resource for staff and providers.

Skills

Quality assurance

Regulatory compliance

Process improvement

Training & competency

Project management

Reporting & data analysis

Education

MLS/MT/CLS certification

ND Board licensure (CLS/MLT)

Job description

Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND seeks a Lab Technical Specialist to support laboratory operations and technical oversight, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality performance. The role requires applying independent judgment to optimize service delivery and equipment usage.

The position involves developing and monitoring quality metrics, training staff, and coordinating daily workflows with the Lab Manager to achieve efficient, safe, and compliant lab services.