Molecular Training Specialist I, Molecular Operations Liquid Profiling (2nd Shift)

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Position Summary
Molecular Training Specialist is responsible for developing and executing training procedures for the molecular department.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain regulatory compliance to all applicable regulatory requirements (FDA, CLIA, NYS, ISO, CAP, etc.)

• Maintain exceptional quality standards for all molecular analysis.

• Initialize, track and document the creation of competency samples.

• Initialize, track and document the progress of employee training, including the review of cap checklists.

• Assists in high complexity projects and process improvements.

• Initialize, track and document continuing education hours.

• Meet all deliverables and goals set by department. Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies, documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed

• Document all corrective action taken when a test system deviates from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.

• Assist with the tracking, accumulation, and computation of performance metrics to include turnaround times, issue reviews and case tracking.

• Document and review all accreditation agency pre-inspection paperwork and mandatory checklists.

• Perform periodic audits within the Molecular Department to ensure we maintain compliance.

• Participate in Quality Control / Quality Assurance process improvements.

• Capture, trend and analyze quality data monthly. Drive identified actions.

• Provide departmental and companywide training on regulatory requirements and quality control processes.

• Accepts other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.

• 2+ years clinical lab experience with at least 1 year being high complexity molecular testing.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, general working knowledge of Internet for business use, and skilled in operating office equipment such as fax machines and copiers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.

• Experience in FDA regulated industries.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures for biohazards and chemicals, as well as quality control procedures and regulations.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.

• Drive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement) – ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement.

• Communication – Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.

• Teamwork – Commitment to the