Quality Specialist II
Elmwood Park, NJ · On-site
BioReference Laboratories is looking for a Medical Technologist, Quality Specialist to join our ... Serves as a quality resource for problem solving and process improvement to ensure accurate test ...
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Quality Specialist II
Elmwood Park, NJ · On-site
BioReference Laboratories is looking for a Medical Technologist, Quality Specialist to join our ... Serves as a quality resource for problem solving and process improvement to ensure accurate test ...
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Do workers at BioReference Laboratories get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
67% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.
67% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.
Does BioReference Laboratories pay people when they’re sick?
Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
79% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
79% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
At BioReference Laboratories, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
67% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and April 2026.
67% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and April 2026.
Is the health insurance from BioReference Laboratories affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
75% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.
75% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.
Do people get paid time off at BioReference Laboratories?
Most people get paid time off work.
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and December 2025.
- 60% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 40% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and December 2025.
Do workers at BioReference Laboratories worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
71% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
71% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do BioReference Laboratories workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
46% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.
46% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.
How easy is it for BioReference Laboratories workers to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
40% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
40% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at BioReference Laboratories?
Some people find it hard to get time off.
43% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
43% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do BioReference Laboratories managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
87% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
87% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do jobs at BioReference Laboratories spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at BioReference Laboratories?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
68% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
68% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Is working at BioReference Laboratories good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
55% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and April 2026.
55% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and April 2026.
Do people at BioReference Laboratories feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
35% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
35% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people at BioReference Laboratories get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
84% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
84% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Is it stressful to work at BioReference Laboratories?
Some people feel stressed out here.
65% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
65% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people at BioReference Laboratories enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
70% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
70% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people at BioReference Laboratories recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
65% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
65% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at BioReference Laboratories?
Most people got enough training when they started.
69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people get support to advance at BioReference Laboratories?
Most people aren’t given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 76% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
In the last year, 76% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do people think BioReference Laboratories’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
96% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
96% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how BioReference Laboratories is doing?
Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
71% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
71% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.
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Full-time
Posted 16 days ago
BioReference Laboratories rating
6.2
Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
106th of 120 rated laboratories
Job description
BioReference Laboratories is looking for a Medical Technologist, Quality Specialist to join our Quality Systems Department at our headquarters location in Elmwood Park, NJ. This is not a remote position. Travel Required.
SCHEDULE:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under the directive of the Quality Supervisor, the Quality Specialist is responsible for planning and coordinating all of the functions within the scope of Quality. This includes but is not limited to reviewing, interpreting and maintaining the Quality Control Program, arranging for and conducting quality audits, assisting with and reviewing Method/Instrument Validations, coordinating proficiency survey programs, writing and reviewing standard operating procedures, maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards to ensure that services are of the highest quality, recognizing results or problems, assisting Laboratory with performance improvement/quality management monitors, and ensuring the laboratory is adhering to all regulatory requirements.
DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES - Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:
Minimum Qualifications:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
BioReference Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization! BioReference, an OPKO Health company, is the largest full service specialty laboratory in the United States that gives healthcare providers and patients the power to make confident healthcare decisions. With a focus on oncology, urology and women's health, BioReference offers comprehensive test solutions and unparalleled expertise based on a 40 year legacy of proven science and exceptional service. Join our team and become part of the journey in making our patients and customers the highest priority.
SCHEDULE:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under the directive of the Quality Supervisor, the Quality Specialist is responsible for planning and coordinating all of the functions within the scope of Quality. This includes but is not limited to reviewing, interpreting and maintaining the Quality Control Program, arranging for and conducting quality audits, assisting with and reviewing Method/Instrument Validations, coordinating proficiency survey programs, writing and reviewing standard operating procedures, maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards to ensure that services are of the highest quality, recognizing results or problems, assisting Laboratory with performance improvement/quality management monitors, and ensuring the laboratory is adhering to all regulatory requirements.
DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES - Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:
- Provides technical and quality oversight of area(s) of responsibility. Serves as a quality resource for problem solving and process improvement to ensure accurate test performance and meets all quality goals.
- Investigates and documents non-conforming events, non-conforming products, and CAPAs as necessary. Makes recommendations for monitors and improvements.
- Performs on-site visits of remote laboratories at least once per year or as defined by the Laboratory Director.
- Ensures compliance with regulatory agency standards through maintaining proper documentation, conducting audits, and ensuring proper corrective actions.
- Assists in the planning of validation study proposals, with Laboratory Management, prior to validating and implementing new methods and technologies, initiating validation studies, troubleshooting during the validation process, and review of experiments prior to submission where applicable.
- Is involved in inspection readiness preparation and exercises including but not limited to: self-inspections, process improvement excises (i.e. risk assessments) and workflow analyses. Supports, implements, and ensures compliance with all department and company policies and procedures.
- Reviews proficiency survey results and conducts corrective action investigations.
- May perform other responsibilities as mandated by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and any other pertinent local, state, or federal regulations.
- Reviews inspection reports by regulatory agencies (State, CMS, CAP, and COLA) with the appropriate personnel as necessary.
- Performs other assignments or projects as specified by the Supervisor/Manager/Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors of Science in Medical Technology.
- 4 or more years of CLIA laboratory or related experience working as a Medical Technologist. Bench areas of experience Urinalysis, Special Coagulation, Hematology, Toxicology, Serology, Chemistry, etc.
- Will consider a Medical Lab Technician with 8+ years of experience working as a generalist in a CLIA lab.
- ASCP or other national certification preferred. ASQ Certification a plus.
- Up to 30% Domestic Travel
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Medium work of lifting up to 50 pounds and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Responsible for lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work requires sitting, standing, and/or walking for periods of up to four hours.
- Work requires contact with water (hand washing and cleaning), biohazardous body fluids, and hazardous chemicals.
- Work is varied in nature with sufficient noise and interruptions to cause distraction and stress.
- Work requires close attention to detail and accuracy.
- OSHA risk factor: Category 1
BioReference Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This is an exciting time to join our dynamic organization! BioReference, an OPKO Health company, is the largest full service specialty laboratory in the United States that gives healthcare providers and patients the power to make confident healthcare decisions. With a focus on oncology, urology and women's health, BioReference offers comprehensive test solutions and unparalleled expertise based on a 40 year legacy of proven science and exceptional service. Join our team and become part of the journey in making our patients and customers the highest priority.
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Industry
Health care and social assistance
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Elmwood Park, NJ, US
Year founded
1981