Sent on behalf of CDPH.
From: Black, Stephanie
Sent: Friday, September 02, 2011 1:11 PM
To: Black, Stephanie
Cc: Ritger, Kathleen
Subject: laboratory liaison position posted--below
Lab Directors:
We have posted a position to replace the microbiology laboratory liaison once held by Judy Schermond, who as you may know, retired 3 years ago. We seek a candidate with a background in microbiology who would be interested in this important role. In this context, quality assurance refers to a role coordinating with labs to assist each other and the City of Chicago in carrying out laboratory response to public health issues.
Highlighted areas below indicate the laboratory background desired. Please forward to any contacts you feel may be interested. The link at the bottom will take the reader to the application page. Thank you.
MANAGER OF QUALITY ASSURANCE-218643
Job Description
MANAGER OF QUALITY ASSURANCE
Job Announcement
Department of Public Health
Number of Positions: 1
Description
- Directs and coordinates the development of departmental quality assurance standards
- Convenes committees and works with consultants and other experts to evaluate current standards used in various operations and program areas (e.g., clinics, laboratories, EMS services)
- Consults with program directors, delegate agencies, and partnership representatives to develop and implement new and revised quality assurance measures and standards
- Researches current industry practices, health care standards, and federal and state regulations and initiatives and communicates information to departmental staff for use in developing quality assurance standards
- Directs program managers and health care professionals in implementing quality assurance management processes
- Supervises staff engaged in conducting quality assurance reviews to ensure programs are providing quality services in compliance with state and federal requirements
- Works with program managers and administrators in preparing performance management improvement plan
- Prepares manuals and other reports documenting the department's quality standards, practices, and protocols
- Oversees the implementation of regulatory requirements by the Illinois Department of Public Health Division
- Coordinates and facilitates training and project initiatives to inform staff of new or revised policies and standards
- Represents the department at various local, state, and federal conferences or meetings
- Develops and interprets policies and procedures that affect departmental operations and programs, ensuing that quality standards of care and regulatory mandates are maintained
- Participates in emergency preparedness initiatives to determine responsiveness of laboratory services
- Provides laboratory support during outbreaks and emergency incidents, as required
- Performs related duties as required.
THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM THE CAREER SERVICE
Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Nursing, Public Health Administration, Medical Technology or the Life or Physical Sciences, or a directly related field, plus two years of experience in quality assurance management (in this context meaning worked in some capacity to assure quality of laboratory standards)
Disclaimer - "Accredited" means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.
Education & Employment Verification- Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.
NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing, if applicable. You must also provide your valid U.S. driver's license at time of processing.
NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.
VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE: The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel AND military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge. Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering "yes" or "no" to the question on the online application that asks, "Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States OR have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?" In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service. For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status OR a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service. For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States AND a copy of your military ID to your online application. Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.
NOTE: This position requires applicants to complete an interview which will include a written exercise and/or a skills assessment test as part of the interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the oral and written parts of the interview will be selected.
Selection Criteria
This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.
Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:
- Previous experience working in a clinical or public health microbiology laboratory.
- Previous experience with workplace policy or guideline development, such as quality assurance, infection control, biosafety, or preparedness committees
- Current certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) as a medical technologist
- Teaching and/or training experience in a laboratory science
Evaluation
Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applications will be accepted.
Residency Requirement
An employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago. Proof of residency will be required at the time of employment.
If you are disabled and require a reasonable accommodation to file your application, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources at 312-744-4976, TTY: 312-744-5035. You will be required to provide information regarding your request.
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.
City of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
City of Chicago Department of Human Resources
Rahm Emanuel, Mayor Soo Choi, Commissioner
Stephanie R. Black, MD, MSc
Medical Director, Acute Disease Surveillance
Chicago Department of Public Health
2160 W. Ogden Ave.
Chicago, IL 60612
P 312-746-6034
F 312-746-4683
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