Laboratory Specialist - PRIDE Health : Job Details

Pride Health is hiring a Specialist, Quality Assurance to support our client's medical facility based in Clifton NJ 07012

This is a Contract job with a possible extension opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Title: Specialist, Quality Assurance

Location: Clifton NJ 07012

Schedule: Day Shift (8 AM - 4:30 PM)

Pay Range: $50 to $55/hr

$2000 to $2200/Week, Stipend included for Travelers

Contract : 6 Months + Possible extension

(Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.) The rate is based on years of DIRECT EXPERIENCE as listed in the resume.

Work Environment: Biohazard laboratory setting

Job Summary:

The Quality Assurance Specialist supports and coordinates initiatives that promote consistent, high-quality laboratory practices across all phases—pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical—aligned with our organization's mission and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Licensing & Accreditation Compliance

• Support internal inspections for labs and specimen collection sites to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including CAP accreditation and company standards.
• Serve as a subject matter resource on CLIA '88 and CAP regulatory standards.

Proficiency Testing & Validation

• Ensure enrollment and active participation in required Proficiency Testing (PT) programs; assist with corrective actions as needed.
• Manage Validity Check programs and Blind Sample resubmission processes.
• Maintain standardized comparison processes across instruments, methods, and lab sites.

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Assist in organizing monthly QA meetings and supporting departmental Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives.
• Contribute to the development, distribution, and maintenance of the QA Manual.
• Support corporate-level quality programs such as:
• Quality Surveillance Program
• Patient Results Distribution Program
• Best Practice Team Initiative
• Database Change Verification Program

Reporting & Issue Tracking

• Facilitate prompt reporting of quality issues in line with SOPs.
• Track and document all revised laboratory reports according to compliance standards.
• Perform additional technical duties as assigned by the Technical Manager.

Qualifications:

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology – Required
• Meets CLIA ‘88 requirements for General Laboratory Supervisor – Required

Work Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a clinical laboratory environment – Required
• Strong background in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and regulatory/accreditation compliance – Required

Required Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of clinical laboratory operations
• Proficiency in problem-solving and quality improvement tools
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Organizational and project management capabilities
• Analytical and technical proficiency
• Solid computer skills and experience with quality tracking systems

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in a matrixed organization
• Multi-tasking ability in a fast-paced environment
• Proven success in motivating and collaborating with cross-functional teams

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Interested? Apply now!

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

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