What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technical Lead Molecular Diagnostics position at Children's National Health System?
Job Description - Senior Technical Lead Molecular Diagnostics (240002U0)The Senior Technical Lead Molecular Diagnostics will assist the Director / Manager with strategic planning, coordination, new test validation and oversee the daily activities of the assigned areas. Responsibilities include evaluating cost / benefit ratios of bringing in new tests, evaluating and choosing testing platforms and data management software, research and development of new tests, validation, and maintaining College of American Pathologists accreditation. The role also involves acting as a liaison between Laboratory Medicine and all hospital departments / staff performing lab procedures, completing technical, regulatory and quality initiatives as assigned, and performing testing as assigned.QualificationsMinimum Education : Bachelor's Degree of Science in a related genetic / molecular field. Master's degree in genetic / molecular field and / or ASCP certification in molecular diagnostics. (Required)Minimum Work Experience : At least 5 years in an accredited CLIA molecular diagnostics laboratory with at least 2 years in a leadership / management role in a molecular diagnostics lab. (Required)Required Skills / Knowledge : Project management skills, terrific interpersonal and communication skills, research and development experience.Functional AccountabilitiesStrategic Planning Assist with evaluation of patient care and financial opportunities of bringing molecular testing in-house.Evaluate pros and cons of various test platforms and data management software.Evaluate costs.Research and Development Perform validation studies and write up validation summary.Recognize unexpected test discrepancies and analyze causes.Effectively utilize time to complete projects.Keep up to date on technological developments and updates to molecular technology.Compliance Ensure policies and procedures are accurately written, reviewed and signed.Ensure other regulatory requirements are met (e.g., MSDS, competencies, etc.).Write policies and procedures pertaining to new testing for CAP accreditation.Comply with other regulatory requirements.Develop test reporting formats, policies, and procedures.Daily Operations Train and develop staff, proactively update education and training, ensure competency of staff, and foster a teamwork environment.Provide direct technical supervision to personnel as needed.Ensure daily operations (e.g., maintenance, calibration, QC, etc.) are performed and monitored in accordance with procedures.Ensure good time management with prioritization of tasks.Ensure adequate inventory of supplies and reagents.Organizational AccountabilitiesAnticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.Teamwork / CommunicationDemonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.Partner with all team members to achieve goals.Be receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.Performance Improvement / Problem-solvingContribute to a positive work environment.Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.Make appropriate decisions using sound judgment.Use resources efficiently.Search for less costly ways of doing things.SafetySpeak up when team members exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation.Demonstrate accurate, clear, and timely verbal and written communication.Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors, and co-workers.Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance.Primary Location District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations Research & Innovation Campus7144 13th Place NWWashington 20012Job Allied HealthOrganization Position Status : R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift : DayWork Schedule : Mon-FriJob Posting Oct 15, 2024, 8 : 10 : 07 PMFull-Time Salary Range 88961.6 - 148262.4Children's National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a drug-free work environment : a workplace free from the illegal use, possession, or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff. Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.#J-18808-Ljbffr
