Quest Diagnostics · 1 month ago
QA Lab Coordinator - Molecular Genetics
San Juan Capistrano, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$45.29/hr - $76.99/hr
4+ years expQuest Diagnostics is a leading provider of diagnostic information services, and they are seeking a QA Lab Coordinator to ensure that the laboratory maintains inspection readiness at all times. The role involves demonstrating leadership, coordinating quality improvement efforts, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsInformation ServicesPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Demonstrates leadership through accountability and collaboration in daily activities
Consistently demonstrates a high level of initiative and problem-solving ability
Coordinates efforts to effectively work with others in a way that is productive and promotes teamwork and change. Recognized as an organized participant or leader of meetings
Participates as an active member on the Quality Improvement Team
Ensures continuous quality improvement by collaborating with management to implement standardization and process improvement within the department
Ensures compliance with all applicable related activities
Facilitates internal and external audits
In coordination with management, ensures that departmental standard operating procedures and database are regularly updated to accurately reflect current processes
Coordinates internal and external proficiency testing activities
In coordination with management, oversees department training and competency programs
May perform job responsibilities equivalent to a Licensed Scientist, as needed
Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment
Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position
Regulatory agencies through documentation, audits and corrective action
Supports, implements and ensures compliance of all department and company Quality Assurance / Quality Control related policies. Performs department Quality Control
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 4-5 year's progressive experience as a scientist/medical technologist in a clinical laboratory which includes at least 2-4 years of high complexity testing and associated methodologies for the applicable position being applied for as a California State Licensed or Limited License Clinical Laboratory Scientist
The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally and objects in the weight range of 26 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted and carried. Objects exceeding 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance
Ability to perform repetitive tasks. Frequent simple grasping, reaching and fine manipulation
Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods
Have good eye and hand coordination
Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Strong typing skills desirable
Other automation skills helpful
Benefits
Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
Best-in-class well-being programs
Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
HealthyMINDS mental health program
Vacation and Health/Flex Time
6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
FinFit financial coaching and services
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
Employee stock purchase plan
Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
Flexible Spending Accounts
Annual incentive plans
Matching gifts program
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
Career advancement opportunities
And so much more!
Company
Quest Diagnostics
Quest Diagnostics is a clinical laboratory that offers diagnostic testing, services, and information.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.6B2024-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.85B
2023-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $750M
1996-12-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Davis
Chief Executive Officer and President
Cecilia McKenney
SVP & Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2026-01-09
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