Are you a detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in dynamic environments? Alberta Precision Laboratories (APL) is seeking someone like you for the role of Quality Coordinator to support our organization in achieving and maintaining excellence in our Quality Management System (QMS). In this role, you will support APL departments in meeting College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) standards for Diagnostic Laboratory Accreditation. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the province to ensure compliance, assessment readiness, and continuous quality improvement. You bring sound judgment, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse and remote teams. Your adaptability and comfort with change make you a great fit for this evolving environment. A solid understanding of CPSA accreditation standards and a passion for continuous improvement, supported by knowledge of quality improvement methodologies, are essential. Key responsibilities include providing guidance and supporting departments in maintaining CPSA accreditation compliance and collaborating with provincial teams to support standardization initiatives. The APL Quality Department is a provincial department with members located across the province. As such, work location and hybrid work arrangements may be negotiable.
Description:
Reporting to the Quality Lead, the Quality Coordinator works with a high degree of independence to coordinate and implement provincial quality programs and processes. The position works collaboratively with operational areas to implement and maintain the APL Quality Management System while ensuring the specialty needs of assigned programs and/or disciplines are met. Tasks associated with this role include (but are not limited to) coordination, delivery, support and maintenance of APL's Quality Management System (QMS), process and procedure development, and providing guidance to disciplines and programs on accreditation and legislative requirements. This position plays an active role in supporting standardization activities and may also support process improvement initiatives.
Classification: Quality Coordinator
Union: LAB EXEMPT
Unit and Program: Quality
Primary Location: Base Laboratory
Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 26-SEP-2025
Date Available: 06-OCT-2025
Temporary End Date: 18-OCT-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 2
Shifts per cycle: 10
Shift Pattern: Days
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Minimum Salary: $30.90
Maximum Salary: $53.08
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of three (3) years' experience within the last five (5) working in a clinical laboratory setting, ideally in an organization of significant size, complexity, and diversity. Recent (within the last 5 years) experience facilitating meetings and engaging with stakeholders. Minimum two (2) years' experience with and intermediate knowledge of, MS Office suite of applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Visio, SharePoint, and Teams).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Minimum one (1) year experience in the development, review, and revision of policies and other controlled documents. Recent (within the last 5 years) experience participating in accreditation preparation activities and post-assessment corrective actions. Experience in proficiency testing, competency assessment, non-conforming event reporting, and external assessment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited program for MLT or CLXT. Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science BSc (MLS) or related field. Recent (within the last 5 years) experience leading or participating in process improvement projects. QMS Certificate or equivalent post-secondary education or experience in Quality Management Systems. Process Improvement certification. Change Management certification. Project Management certification.
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Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
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Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.
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Job Detail
Job Id
JD2770726
Industry
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Total Positions
1
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
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Employment Status
Permanent
Job Location
Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada
Education
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