Laboratory Quality Lead: Compliance & Improvement

IHA; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IHA in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Quality Coordinator to design, implement, and oversee the Laboratory Quality Management program, partnering with management to drive quality systems and audits.

The role emphasizes compliance with accreditation standards, coordinating inspections, proficiency testing, SOP maintenance, and staff education; occasional on-call support for technical services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field is required.
• Three years of clinical laboratory experience required.
• Certification in MT/MLS/MT by AMT/ASCP or equivalent.
• Ability to lead quality management initiatives and audits.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate development and monitoring of quality initiatives and audits.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Prepare for accreditation inspections and document control.
• Oversee proficiency testing program in the lab.
• Develop and present quality management reports.
• Maintain SOPs meeting regulatory standards.
• Support LEAN initiatives and staff training on quality.
• Interact with physicians and center staff on quality topics.
• Participate in committees and special projects.
• Provide weekly on-call support for technical services.

Skills

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

LEAN / process improvement

Training & education

Documentation control

Auditing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science-related field

Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration or Business Administration (preferred)

NAACLS/ABHES accredited program completion (certification eligibility)

Tools

Document control systems

Proficiency testing programs

Job description

IHA in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Quality Coordinator to design, implement, and oversee the Laboratory Quality Management program, partnering with management to drive quality systems and audits.

The role emphasizes compliance with accreditation standards, coordinating inspections, proficiency testing, SOP maintenance, and staff education; occasional on-call support for technical services.