Laboratory Accreditation Specialist

College of American Pathologists; Northfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

College of American Pathologists (CAP) seeks a Technical Specialist I in Northfield, IL to deliver accreditation program content and consult with laboratories throughout the accreditation cycle. The role emphasizes interpreting CAP standards, analyzing inspection data, and guiding laboratories through LAP, RLAP, BAP, and FDT programs with high customer service standards.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and about 5 years in a clinical lab or regulatory health care setting, with travel

Qualifications

• Requires strong decision-making abilities.
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication; strong organizational skills.
• Experience in clinical laboratory, quality assurance, or regulatory health care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation and direction on CAP Standards and proficiency testing requirements.
• Analyze inspection reports and laboratory responses for scientific validity and completeness.
• Investigate discrepancies between pre- and post-inspection data and responses.
• Provide consultation to laboratories through accreditation process via email and phone support.
• Assist in developing and revising checklists and educational materials.

Skills

Decision making

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

College of American Pathologists (CAP) seeks a Technical Specialist I in Northfield, IL to deliver accreditation program content and consult with laboratories throughout the accreditation cycle. The role emphasizes interpreting CAP standards, analyzing inspection data, and guiding laboratories through LAP, RLAP, BAP, and FDT programs with high customer service standards.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and about 5 years in a clinical lab or regulatory health care setting, with travel