200-26 IHLP Quality Assurance Lead, InterHospital Laboratory Partnership (IHLP), Temporary Full-Time, Stratford
About the position
The QA Lead will champion quality management activities in compliance with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics (ACD) Laboratory requirements. The position will work closely with the Laboratory Director, the Regional Manager, other Regional Staff and IHLP staff to facilitate the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures across the region and within individual hospitals. The individual will also provide redundancy/support to the current IHLP Regional Team for general oversight and quality management.
Responsibilities
- Champion quality management activities in compliance with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics (ACD) Laboratory requirements.
- Work closely with the Laboratory Director, the Regional Manager, other Regional Staff and IHLP staff to facilitate the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures across the region and within individual hospitals.
- Provide redundancy/support to the current IHLP Regional Team for general oversight and quality management.
- Developing, maintaining and improving laboratory quality systems.
- Evaluating risks related to the quality management system.
- Supporting quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to improve services to patients, staff and regional hospital partners.
- Gathering and analyzing data in support of departmental projects, corporate and regional initiatives.
- Facilitating management review and quality reporting.
- Conduct meetings, prepare correspondence and reports.
- Work effectively with hospital/laboratory information systems.
- Interpret and apply regulated lab standards and best practices.
- Absorb new ideas and concepts quickly.
- Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Problem solve and think strategically.
- Utilize available resources to achieve a goal.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited training program in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)
- Valid driver’s licence and/or access to a private motor vehicle for travels to all sites within the IHLP
- At least five (5) years of current experience in leadership and/or or project management
- At least 5 years of technical experience in a clinical laboratory
- Experience in working with electronic document control software
- Ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite programs such as Excel and Word
Nice-to-haves
- Current (or eligibility for) registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) preferred
- University degree, e.g., BMLSc, BSc, preferred
- Certification in Quality Management, e.g., CLQM, and/or Lean/Six Sigma, and/or Project Management, e.g., PMP, preferred
- ACD Assessor status or completion of the IQMH Internal Auditing Course, preferred
Benefits
- Preceptor/Peer Mentorship Opportunities
- Collaborative Team Environment
- Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Extended Health/Semi Private and Dental Benefits (for Part-time and Full-time only)
- Diverse Committees and Engagement Opportunities
- Opportunities to grow your career and explore different roles within the hospital