Lab QA Lead: Quality & Compliance Programs

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,944 - 83,978; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Baltimore is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager for its laboratories. This role entails overseeing quality assurance activities, managing compliance with multiple regulatory bodies, and requiring strong communication and coordination skills. Suitable candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with experience in clinical labs and quality assurance. Competitive compensation is offered, along with professional growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Two years of quality assurance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of AABB, FDA, CLIA, and CAP standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the laboratory's quality management system.
• Track training and competency assessment programs.
• Perform quality audits and share reports with management.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans.
• Document outcomes of corrective plans.
• Maintain laboratory continuing education program.
• Coordinate process improvement efforts.
• Handle CAP Proficiency Survey programs.

Skills

Quality assurance

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Test methodologies knowledge

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field

ASCP certification or equivalent preferred

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in Baltimore is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager for its laboratories. This role entails overseeing quality assurance activities, managing compliance with multiple regulatory bodies, and requiring strong communication and coordination skills. Suitable candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with experience in clinical labs and quality assurance. Competitive compensation is offered, along with professional growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.