Quality Specialist - Central Clinic/Clinical Spec Lab

Mayo Clinic Healthcare London; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known healthcare organization in Rochester, MN is seeking a qualified professional for quality management in their laboratory. Candidates should possess a relevant bachelor's degree and two years of laboratory experience, with strong organizational and decision-making skills. The role involves developing quality programs and ensuring compliance with regulations. Competitive salary offered in the range of $70,116.80 - $105,289.60 annually.

Benefits

Medical plan options

Dental coverage

Vision plan

Retirement package

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science or equivalent.
• Two years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience in clinical laboratory quality management concepts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality system essentials exist for assigned areas.
• Develop and maintain the quality program in collaboration with management.
• Represent the laboratory in accreditation inspections.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Excellent communication

Data collection and analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science

MLS certification if applicable

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Works with the management team to ensure the quality system essentials exist for all assigned areas. Responsible for developing and maintaining the quality program for the work unit in collaboration with the management team. Represents the laboratory in all accreditation inspections and oversees the proficiency testing program.

• Individuals hired to this position are required to complete 2 years in this position before becoming eligible to transfer to other positions within Mayo Clinic.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in clinical/medical laboratory science (CLS/MLS), medical technology (MT), chemistry, biological science from an accredited institution or bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in addition to a certificate in MLS. In histopathology or non-testing laboratories, bachelor's degree with laboratory certification if applicable. Two years of relevant laboratory experience required. A HEW certificate may be substituted for the specified degree. Experience in basic clinical laboratory quality management concepts and regulatory and accreditation requirements. Self-motivated, highly organized, efficient, and ability to exercise strong decision-making skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary. Experience with data collection, organization, analysis and delivery of information.

ASCP or other certification pertinent to the laboratory field may be required depending on the laboratory specialty and prevailing regulatory requirements.

Application Requirements

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts (unofficial copy accepted)
• Internal candidates must provide their past performance appraisals.

For International/foreign Trained Applicants, It Is The Responsibility Of The Applicant To Provide Mayo Clinic The Following Transcript Information In Your Application

• MUST have a DETAILED equivalency evaluation.
• MUST show US equivalent degree.
• Evaluation MUST be completed from an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) www.naces.org OR the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) www.aice-eval.org.

Compensation Detail

$70,116.80 - $105,289.60 / year. Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.