Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

The Clinical Quality Technologist II- Certified - Clinical Lab Quality Focus is an integral member of the Clinical Laboratory Quality Team Supporting management of the Fred Hutch Clinical Lab Quality Program throughout Fred Hutch Clinical Laboratories.

The Quality Technologist (QT) will be responsible for Quality Processes under the direction of the Senior QA Manager, Clinical Labs. The program provides quality oversight over all clinical testing performed throughout all Fred Hutch Clinical Sites. The program is overseen and run by the Lab Quality Department.

Responsibilities

Clinical Lab Quality

• Actively participates in regulatory crosswalks linking CAP/CLIA/DOH/ASHI requirements to evidence of compliance with assigned laboratories
• Conducts compliance audits scheduled and run by the Clinical Lab Quality Department
  • Audits may be linked to regulatory standards or
  • Audits may audit operational staff adherence to published SOP's
• Participates in QI projects to meet gaps identified in compliance audits
• Assists Clinical Lab Operations in validation review and planning
• Performs Document Control Audits including adherence to biennial (and as required other) review schedules
• Acts as a liaison for continuous survey readiness during on-site (and as required remote) regulatory surveys
• Support laboratory quality improvement meetings and special projects as designated and maintains the Lab Quality Dashboard.
• Performs Document Control Procedure for Clinical Laboratories/Clinical Lab Quality as needed
• May review documents for compliance and appropriateness that are generated Y by the laboratories such as validations and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Participates in compliance audits run by the Clinical Lab Quality Department.
• Participates in continuous survey readiness and on-site surveys as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• AA/AS in Medical Technology or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical lab or research experience
• Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist or an equivalent certification with certified maintenance of continuing education through ASCP, AMT or AAB
• Always interacts constructively with peers, management and outside contacts.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to interpret applicable regulations as pertinent to area of focus (FDA/FACT/CAP/CLIA/ DOH/ASHI)
• Proficient with the MS Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a high pressure, time-sensitive, and complex health care environment
• Ability to identify and triage issues appropriately
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone, and in writing in a clear, concise and professional manner

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified CAP Inspector Team Member

This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.

A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $37.54 to $56.30 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (22 days per year), paid sick leave (up to 30 calendar days per occurrence of a qualifying reason), paid holidays (up to 13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 12 months for professor track faculty, up to 6 months for other scientific staff).

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our HR Operations at HRops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.