JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for a variety of high-complexity, clinical laboratory testing in Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology and Blood Bank. Perform QC/QA procedures, preventive maintenance, and test validation. Review and report test results in accordance with laboratory standards. Maintain working knowledge of hospital and laboratory policies and procedures.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Possess excellent communication skills and can directly communicate and work with Physicians, RN’s, RTs and Nursing Educators from different areas and locations within Rady Children’s Hospital and Outpatient Clinics.
• Must have excellent computer skills.
• Is detail-oriented and has great organizational skills. 
• Is highly motivated and able to work independently and with the team

Key Responsibilities/Duties:

• Support the POCT Technical Specialist in managing the POCT data management systems in multiple POCT software applications.
  • Manage Operator list – initial entry and updating of certifications and competencies.
  • Input quality control data and monitor lot numbers and QC requirements.
  • Run and export reports to create spreadsheets and document to monitor and maintain POCT operator competencies. 
• Upon completion of training, the candidate must be able to independently operate, maintain and troubleshoot POCT analyzers and testing kits. 

• Be familiar with College of American Pathologists (CAP) and The Joint Commission (TJC) regulatory requirements.  Instrumental in maintaining CAP and TJC survey readiness.  Assist in the organization of CAP inspection and TJC survey records.    
• Assist in the management of PPMP testing.
• Run QC of new lots of reagents, instrument correlation, calibration verification and data collection.
• Support the POCT Technical Specialist and the Laboratory in maintaining competency and compliance.
• Assist in the management of POCT supply inventory, including distribution of reagents and supplies to all POCT areas.
• Perform other POCT duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree

1 year of experience

CA Clinical Lab Scientist Licensure

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

4 years of experience

The Culture at Rady Children’s

Rady Children’s is a place where everyone CARES about everyone else. That doesn’t just mean we dedicate ourselves to our patients and their families, though of course, that’s a big part of it. What it truly means is that our intentions and actions converge to answer this essential question: How can I make things better for those around me?

In fact, we are so big on caring, that’s our service excellence promise. To provide service that reflects our CARES values:

Compassion

Accountability

Respect

Excellence

Service

RCHSD offers a competitive benefits package including generous paid-time off, sick leave, 403(b) retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, 100% employer-paid life insurance, LTD, AD&D, recognition awards and so much more!

Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws.

The expected hiring range for this position is 50.43 to $69.35

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.