Lab Quality & Compliance Coordinator

Arcare; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation 96 hours annually

Paid sick time 96 hours annually

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match up to 200%

Job summary

Arcare in Arkansas is hiring a Lab Quality Coordinator to safeguard safety, quality, and compliance across clinic laboratories. You will inspect labs for OSHA, CLIA, CDC and other standards, provide training, and maintain quality control records.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 5+ years lab experience, ASCP preferred, and proficiency with Word/Excel. This is a full-time role with a stable schedule and growth opportunities in laboratory operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of clinical laboratory experience preferred, ideally in a clinic setting.
• Experience with QC reviews, POC instruments, phlebotomy, and drug screen collection desired.
• Teaching experience is a plus.
• Completion of an approved program for Medical Laboratory Technician or Medical Technologist.
• ASCP certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and customized software.
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing technologies as the organization evolves.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled inspections of clinic laboratories for compliance with safety and quality standards; report findings to the Laboratory Director and appropriate managers.
• Provide professional assessments and remedial training to improve staff education and lab quality as needed.
• Teach lab orientation, drug screen, and phlebotomy classes.
• Maintain lab competency and inspection spreadsheets.
• Assist the Laboratory Director in developing and revising laboratory policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot laboratory equipment and testing issues; deliver supplies in extenuating circumstances as needed.
• Ensure proper quality control and assurance in all clinic laboratories.
• Perform all duties accurately, timely, and in compliance with Arcare policies.

Skills

Accountability

Analytical

Communication

Detail-oriented

Innovative

Stress management

Education

MLT/MT program

ASCP certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Laboratory software

Job description

Arcare in Arkansas is hiring a Lab Quality Coordinator to safeguard safety, quality, and compliance across clinic laboratories. You will inspect labs for OSHA, CLIA, CDC and other standards, provide training, and maintain quality control records.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 5+ years lab experience, ASCP preferred, and proficiency with Word/Excel. This is a full-time role with a stable schedule and growth opportunities in laboratory operations.