at McKesson Corporation in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.
The Clinical Laboratory Technical Consultant provides technical and scientific oversight of each of the specialties of service in which the laboratory performs testing. The consultant interfaces with the administration and laboratory staff, sales force, vendors, consulting team and leaders, and corporate personnel and leadership during all applications of the position. This position is also responsible to meet consulting revenue goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Responsible/oversight of customers account with respect to all state, local, and federal regulatory agencies
2. Ensure laboratory records for customer as well as documentation for laboratory operation are current within the project management software
3. Assess customer opportunities that enable the customer to advance quality testing of patient care
4. Stay current with advancements in laboratory technology as well as any changed to regulatory and compliance standards that includes but is not limited to Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) updates
5.Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
Qualified candidates should have one of the following from an accredited institution:
Doctoral or Master degree in a laboratory science
Bachelor or Associate degree in a laboratory science, medical technology, or equalivent degree
Associates Degree in a laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
Certifications/Licensure
ASCP or equivalent certification is preferred
Licensing in Laboratory Science/ Medical Laboratory Scientist required within first year by the state where the laboratory is located (when applicable)
Work Experience:
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) / Medical Technologist (MT) / Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) / Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) with 4+ years of relevant clinical laboratory experience. The training or experience requirements may be acquired concurrently for more than one specialty.
Required Skills:
Technical laboratory and laboratory consulting experience
Expertise in CLIA and CMS (federal) regulatory guidelines
Knowledge and comprehension of state specific regulatory standards and accreditation organization standards to include COLA, CAP and Joint Commission
Experience setting up new/supporting existing clinical laboratories
Experience working in a virtual environment including engagement with customers
Experience with Quality Assurance and Quality Management in a laboratory setting
Strong competency with MS Office suite of products
Additional Knowledge/Skills - a plus:
Experience as a laboratory supervisor, manager, or technical consultant desired.
Project Management certifications are valued regarded
Lean, Six Sigma certification is a value
Working Conditions:
Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.)
Work from home office environment
Up to 70% travel expectation
Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.)
Large percent of time performing computer-based work is required.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, pleaseclick here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$70,700 - $117,800
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
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