Agency
Dept of Health and Human ServicesDivision
Public HealthJob Classification Title
Laboratory Improvement Consultant (S)Position Number
Grade
MH15About Us
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest most complex agencies in the state and has approximately 17000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health safety and well-being of all North Carolinians providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf blind developmentally disabled and mentally ill and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
Description of Work
The Laboratory Improvement Consultant provides technical consultation and training to improve the quality and compliance of laboratory services across North Carolina. This position supports public health and clinical laboratories by evaluating laboratory practices developing educational programs and ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations including CLIA requirements. Operating within the State Laboratory of Public Health the consultant collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to enhance laboratory performance and public health outcomes. The role includes responsibilities in program evaluation quality improvement and the implementation of new laboratory methodologies. Work is performed under general supervision and involves both on-site and remote consultation.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade Range: $58898 - $88348
Recruitment Range: $46203 - $65000
Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
The Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining clinical laboratory instrumentation including microscopes centrifuges and spectrophotometers in compliance with laboratory safety protocols.
Proven track record of interpreting and applying CLIA regulations and public health laboratory standards to ensure procedural accuracy and regulatory compliance.
Proficiency in developing and delivering technical training using Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint with a focus on laboratory procedures and quality assurance practices.
Experience conducting laboratory testing in microbiology chemistry and serology/immunology with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in real time.
Documented success in reading and synthesizing complex technical materials and protocols with consistent accuracy in following detailed oral and written instructions in laboratory and training environments.
Workday Closure Notice
The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date
About the NC Division of Public Health:
The NC Division of Public Health works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina. Our entire statewide system of public health has dedicated professionals who carry out our mission every day through a wide range of essential and activities touching the lives of everyone in our state.
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options standard and supplemental retirement plans and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation sick and community service addition paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
In accordance with the Governors Executive Order 303 our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.
Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education including high school and all degrees obtained Work Experience and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions you must provide supporting information within the Work Experience section of the application to support your answers.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered Positions of Trust will be subject to a criminal background check.
Due to the volume of applications received we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application please log in to your account. Upon the closing date applications are Under Review and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelors degree in clinical laboratory science medical technology biology or chemistry from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in a medical or health-related laboratory environmental laboratory
OR
other scientific laboratory depending upon area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Qualifications Must be capable of meeting the Federal CLIA88 personnel requirements for a technical supervisor in a laboratory performing moderate complexity testing.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.
Recruiter:
Qandeel Murshin ChandlerEmail:
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