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Technical Specialist- HLA- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Job ID: 333936
Category: Medical Laboratory/Pathology
Work Type: FT
Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Shift 1
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Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life\'s work?
The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) is looking for Technical Specialist for the HLA Lab to join the team!
Summary:
Responsibilities:
Periodically reviews the range and types of tests offered to ensure laboratory services remain supportive of advances in laboratory testing systems
Keeps abreast of technical development in area of specialization
Acts as a resource person for the section's services
Maintains technical ability and knowledge required to supervise the performance of any procedure in the section
Assists in the formulation and monitoring of a Quality Control/Quality Improvement program
Takes responsibility for staff errors
As assigned, oversees and resolves test system problems for all assays through instrument troubleshooting, assessing operator performance and monitoring trends in patient data and quality control data to determine proper instrument/method performance
As assigned, develops new assays through to validation
As assigned, ensures enrollment in appropriate Proficiency Testing programs which meet federal, state, and accrediting agency requirements
Manages the entry of results into appropriate database for all proficiency testing results
Monitors workflow and workload within the sections and adapts operational plan accordingly in a timely manner
Assists clinicians and researchers in utilizing lab services in support of special projects and research protocols
Meets with clinical research sponsors/auditors to review lab service support for various clinical trials
As assigned, ensures equipment is maintained with appropriate documentation
Follows manufacturer's guidelines and routine preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment in the sections
Assumes bench responsibilities when required
Maintains competency in all technical aspects of the section
Able to perform, troubleshoot, and explain each test procedure currently performed in the section
Performs teaching functions with residents/fellows, Medical Laboratory Science and other students.
Regulatory Compliance: Works with the Division's Quality Assurance manager in functioning as liaison to accrediting / regulatory agencies in preparation for inspections, site visits, documentation of compliance, deficiency corrections, status changes, and licensing renewals
Maintains an updated database related to Federal, State, and local government agencies and professional accrediting agencies' regulatory requirements impacting lab operations including: AABB, CMS (Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services), DOH (Appropriate state Dept. of Health), DOH (Bureau of Laboratories), CAP (College of American Pathologists), CLSI (Clinical laboratory Standards Institute), FDA, FACT, TJC (The Joint Commission), OSHA (Occupational Safety and health Act), NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission), DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency), DOT (Dept. of Transportation: Shipment of Hazardous Material)
Ensures that all quality control, instrument records, test records and other documentation are maintained in a manner which complies with all regulatory requirements
Ensures that review of department operating policies and processes are performed within required time limits
Monitors and participates in department efforts to maintain a safe working environment through development of safety policies, ongoing surveillance of environment, and work practices
Ensures deficiencies noted are corrected.
Credentials:
Education or Equivalent Experience:
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
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