Supervisor, Clinical Lab Science

Job Description

Job Description

CareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre- and post-transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics-based information for transplant patients.

The Supervisor, Clinical Lab Science performs testing in the CLIA-certified laboratory, participates in quality control, quality assurance and troubleshooting activities and serves as a General Supervisor (GS) under CLIA. A CLS supervisor performs duties under general direction, carrying out work assignments in accordance with policies and objectives established by the Clinical Laboratory Manager (CLM)or designee. A CLS Supervisor is expected to plan and organize his or her own work, determining work methods and assisting in the determination of priorities and deadlines. Completed work is reviewed by the CLM or designee to verify the achievement of expected results

Responsibilities :

• Handle and process patient samples, analyze test results, prepare reports and maintain records of test results.
• Serves as a resource to facilitate troubleshooting issues that arise in accessioning or other pre-analytical functions.
• Comply and troubleshoot CareDx quality control policies and document QC activities including instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance.
• Maintain confidentiality of personal health information (PHI).
• Identify / Troubleshoot problems that may affect test performance or results and, following established protocols, correct problems or escalate to Clinical Laboratory Manager or lab director.
• Identify test systems that deviate from acceptable performance specifications and follow established policies and procedures to correct operation.
• Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications and escalate to laboratory manager or director if necessary.
• Teach / train CareDx policy, methods and techniques to new employees; may perform inservice and competency testing of employees.
• Participate / Lead in drafting and developing standard operating procedures for tasks in which proficiency has been demonstrated.
• Represent the Reference lab testing, quality control and quality assurance program in interactions with other groups.
• Serve as subject matter expert (SME) participating in extra-departmental projects / programs.
• Responsible for day-to-day scheduling of staff in conjunction with the lab manager.
• Assists in hiring decisions and onboarding of new employees.
• Perform additional duties and projects assigned by the Clinical Laboratory Manager or designee.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, the CareDx mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and ethical behavior.
• Comply with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing clinical laboratory operations

Qualifications :

San Francisco Bay Area Roles :

The anticipated base salary range for candidates who will work in Brisbane, California is $150,000 to $165,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses / incentives, and restricted stock units. CareDx is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Additional Details :

Every individual at CareDx has a direct impact on our collective mission to improve the lives of organ transplant patients worldwide. We believe in taking great care of our people, so they take even greater care of our patients.

Our competitive Total Rewards package includes :

In addition, we have a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy that allows up to 30 days of paid leave annually to a full-time employee who makes the selfless act of donating an organ or bone marrow.

With products that are making a difference in the lives of transplant patients today and a promising pipeline for the future, it’s an exciting time to be part of the CareDx team. Join us in partnering with transplant patients to transform our future together.

CareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify program.

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