The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
CLIA Laboratory and Medical Director
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Morrisville, North Carolina, United States, 27560
Job Title: CLIA Laboratory and Medical Director
Job Number:
36809
Location:
Morrisville, NC
Job Description The CLIA Laboratory and Medical Director will oversee the delivery of high-quality clinical laboratory services and will be listed as the CLIA Laboratory Director on the laboratory license. Core responsibilities include histology slide review, tissue selection, interpretation and sign-out of molecular assays, assay development and validation, participation in overall laboratory operations, and advancing digital pathology capabilities.
Responsibilities Key Duties and Responsibilities
Manage operations of the histopathology laboratory in compliance with CLIA, CAP, NYS, and all other relevant regulations.
Review histology slides to estimate tumor content, correlate findings with diagnoses, and consult with referring pathologists and oncologists when discrepancies are identified.
Actively participate in the quality management system, including oversight of adverse outcomes, non-conformities, proficiency testing, and on-site survey participation, along with the implementation of corrective actions as needed.
Oversee the laboratory’s quality management program to ensure adherence to the standards outlined in the Clinical Laboratory Practice Standards.
Provide continuing education and training to technical staff, ensuring content is relevant to laboratory medicine.
Establish and maintain policies and procedures for staff competency monitoring; provide remedial training or continuing education as necessary.
Promote and maintain a safe working environment for laboratory personnel and the public.
Ensure that all staff have access to an up-to-date, approved procedure manual.
Monitor laboratory work to confirm the generation of accurate, medically reliable results.
Ensure the laboratory regularly evaluates and monitors the quality and appropriateness of services provided, regardless of where testing is conducted.
Advise referring physicians on the clinical significance of laboratory findings and ensure test reports include all information needed for appropriate patient interpretation.
Implement corrective action plans for identified deficiencies promptly and effectively.
Report any concerns regarding test quality or safety to the Supervisor or Safety Officer.
Review and approve laboratory documentation, including policies, procedures, validation plans, training and competency assessments, quality audits, deviation approvals, reagent/instrument qualifications, and reports of nonconforming events.
Required Skills Requirements
Licensed physician in North Carolina (or eligible for state licensure).
Formal training and proven expertise in histopathology within the last six years, using accepted and current methods and techniques in one or more of the required categories.
Certification by the American Board of Pathology in both Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology, ideally with additional specialization relevant to molecular genetics.
Eligible for or currently holding New York State qualifications in Oncology and Histopathology.
Board certification in Molecular Genetic Pathology (or equivalent credentials) is highly desirable.
Benefits
Competitive salary package along with comprehensive company-wide benefits.
Clear opportunities for career growth and ongoing professional development.
A supportive, innovative, and collaborative workplace focused on advancing cancer care and improving patient outcomes.
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36809
Location:
Morrisville, NC
Job Description The CLIA Laboratory and Medical Director will oversee the delivery of high-quality clinical laboratory services and will be listed as the CLIA Laboratory Director on the laboratory license. Core responsibilities include histology slide review, tissue selection, interpretation and sign-out of molecular assays, assay development and validation, participation in overall laboratory operations, and advancing digital pathology capabilities.
Responsibilities Key Duties and Responsibilities
Manage operations of the histopathology laboratory in compliance with CLIA, CAP, NYS, and all other relevant regulations.
Review histology slides to estimate tumor content, correlate findings with diagnoses, and consult with referring pathologists and oncologists when discrepancies are identified.
Actively participate in the quality management system, including oversight of adverse outcomes, non-conformities, proficiency testing, and on-site survey participation, along with the implementation of corrective actions as needed.
Oversee the laboratory’s quality management program to ensure adherence to the standards outlined in the Clinical Laboratory Practice Standards.
Provide continuing education and training to technical staff, ensuring content is relevant to laboratory medicine.
Establish and maintain policies and procedures for staff competency monitoring; provide remedial training or continuing education as necessary.
Promote and maintain a safe working environment for laboratory personnel and the public.
Ensure that all staff have access to an up-to-date, approved procedure manual.
Monitor laboratory work to confirm the generation of accurate, medically reliable results.
Ensure the laboratory regularly evaluates and monitors the quality and appropriateness of services provided, regardless of where testing is conducted.
Advise referring physicians on the clinical significance of laboratory findings and ensure test reports include all information needed for appropriate patient interpretation.
Implement corrective action plans for identified deficiencies promptly and effectively.
Report any concerns regarding test quality or safety to the Supervisor or Safety Officer.
Review and approve laboratory documentation, including policies, procedures, validation plans, training and competency assessments, quality audits, deviation approvals, reagent/instrument qualifications, and reports of nonconforming events.
Required Skills Requirements
Licensed physician in North Carolina (or eligible for state licensure).
Formal training and proven expertise in histopathology within the last six years, using accepted and current methods and techniques in one or more of the required categories.
Certification by the American Board of Pathology in both Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology, ideally with additional specialization relevant to molecular genetics.
Eligible for or currently holding New York State qualifications in Oncology and Histopathology.
Board certification in Molecular Genetic Pathology (or equivalent credentials) is highly desirable.
Benefits
Competitive salary package along with comprehensive company-wide benefits.
Clear opportunities for career growth and ongoing professional development.
A supportive, innovative, and collaborative workplace focused on advancing cancer care and improving patient outcomes.
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