Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
Genetics Director, Sign-Outs (Board Certified)
Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, Denton, Texas, United States, 76205
Overview
The Director, Genetics, reports to the licensed Medical or Scientific Director or Chief Director and is responsible for providing technical interpretation of results and signing reports; implementing new assays, assay troubleshooting, acting as a technical consultant to operations staff and participation in QA responsibilities, and reviewing SOPs. Assumes Clinical Consultant or Technical Supervisor responsibilities as assigned by the Medical Director. This professional should be ABMGG board certified (or have Active Candidate Status) in Clinical Molecular Genetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics. Equivalent board certification, such as ABP and ABB, may be considered. This professional will work in a full-time onsite capacity at our Lewisville, TX lab. Weekend rotational work will be required at an approximate frequency of once a month.
Responsibilities
Assist in assay trouble-shooting and implementation of new assays
Monitor compliance in regards to a safe working environment
Assist, as needed, in the training of technologists
Observe compliance with regulatory agencies, including inspections
Monitor of quality assurance at all levels of practice
Participate in working groups of related or associated professionals
Represent Quest Diagnostics at professional meetings and sales events
Weekend report sign out coverage could be required pending on case load
Assume Clinical Consultant or Technical Supervisor responsibilities in Specialty as delegated by the Laboratory Director Responsibilities Policy
Approve test method selection and validation
Ensure proficiency testing is conducted timely, reviewed by appropriate staff, and approve corrective actions when results are unsatisfactory
Establish and monitor quality control to ensure acceptable analytical performance for each test system and ensure patient test results are reported only when the system is functioning properly
Approve corrective action and preventive action plans and procedures
Approve Job Assignments and Authorization Matrix (JAAM) and annual Performance and Development Review (PDR) to ensure training and demonstrated performance for the testing offered
Annually review Standard Operating Procedures for test systems
Qualifications
Required Work Experience: 0-2 years related experience
ABMGG board certified (or have Active Candidate Status) in Clinical Molecular Genetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics. Equivalent board certification, such as ABP and ABB, may be considered
Physical and Mental Requirements: Ability to sit for long periods of time
Knowledge: The capability of being continuously updated in literature in regards to its medical applications
Skills: Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated good decision-making and organizational skills
Education: Doctorate Degree (Required)
License and Certifications: ABMGG board certified (or Active Candidate Status) in Clinical Molecular Genetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics. Equivalent board certification, such as ABP and ABB, may be considered
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Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
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The Director, Genetics, reports to the licensed Medical or Scientific Director or Chief Director and is responsible for providing technical interpretation of results and signing reports; implementing new assays, assay troubleshooting, acting as a technical consultant to operations staff and participation in QA responsibilities, and reviewing SOPs. Assumes Clinical Consultant or Technical Supervisor responsibilities as assigned by the Medical Director. This professional should be ABMGG board certified (or have Active Candidate Status) in Clinical Molecular Genetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics. Equivalent board certification, such as ABP and ABB, may be considered. This professional will work in a full-time onsite capacity at our Lewisville, TX lab. Weekend rotational work will be required at an approximate frequency of once a month.
Responsibilities
Assist in assay trouble-shooting and implementation of new assays
Monitor compliance in regards to a safe working environment
Assist, as needed, in the training of technologists
Observe compliance with regulatory agencies, including inspections
Monitor of quality assurance at all levels of practice
Participate in working groups of related or associated professionals
Represent Quest Diagnostics at professional meetings and sales events
Weekend report sign out coverage could be required pending on case load
Assume Clinical Consultant or Technical Supervisor responsibilities in Specialty as delegated by the Laboratory Director Responsibilities Policy
Approve test method selection and validation
Ensure proficiency testing is conducted timely, reviewed by appropriate staff, and approve corrective actions when results are unsatisfactory
Establish and monitor quality control to ensure acceptable analytical performance for each test system and ensure patient test results are reported only when the system is functioning properly
Approve corrective action and preventive action plans and procedures
Approve Job Assignments and Authorization Matrix (JAAM) and annual Performance and Development Review (PDR) to ensure training and demonstrated performance for the testing offered
Annually review Standard Operating Procedures for test systems
Qualifications
Required Work Experience: 0-2 years related experience
ABMGG board certified (or have Active Candidate Status) in Clinical Molecular Genetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics. Equivalent board certification, such as ABP and ABB, may be considered
Physical and Mental Requirements: Ability to sit for long periods of time
Knowledge: The capability of being continuously updated in literature in regards to its medical applications
Skills: Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated good decision-making and organizational skills
Education: Doctorate Degree (Required)
License and Certifications: ABMGG board certified (or Active Candidate Status) in Clinical Molecular Genetics or Laboratory Genetics and Genomics. Equivalent board certification, such as ABP and ABB, may be considered
#LI_SH1
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.
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