Total 11 Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Leeds, Massachusetts

The incumbent serves as a Regional Inspector General with the Office of Evaluation and Inspections (OEI). S/he

• Plans, directs and coordinates the program evaluation activities assigned to the Regional Office, ensuring conformance with headquarters guidelines and objectives.
• Directs environmental scanning and analyses to identify proposals for future work. Reviews and evaluates staff recommendations; and develops regional recommendations with rationale for headquarters consideration. Participates in meetings with key headquarters staff to determine strategic direction for the organization and to approve specific evaluation proposals.
• Directs overall evaluation projects and other work assignments, including special requests directed from headquarters in response to the Inspector General (IG), the Secretary, key Department officials, the Congress, OMB, or the White House staff.
• Responsible for the management of all national evaluations and projects where the assigned regional office has been delegated lead responsibility.
• Directs the regional participation in the conduct of evaluations where other regions have lead responsibility. Coordinates with RIGs, in other regional offices, in planning evaluation resources requirements, and provides support for evaluations on a cooperative work basis with other regions, to improve efficiency and economy in the conduct of evaluations, and best utilization of the human resources.
• Provides management and policy direction in the full range of planning, and implementing evaluations, to include: initial background research; evaluation design; appropriate methodological approach; development of data collection instruments, including surveys and onsite reviews; resource and budget planning; analysis of qualitative and quantitative data; synthesizing evidence into findings; writing evaluation reports; OPDIV/STAFFDIV coordination, and final briefings and follow up action with respect to recommendations presented.
• Provides consultation, and regional coordination in the resolution of special problems, potential problems, and in the identification of matters which require the attention of management and program officials.
• Participates in on-site reviews for evaluations of a highly sensitive and delicate nature.
• Participates as a key member of the OEI management staff, in identifying areas requiring additions or changes in OEI evaluation policy and procedures, and in final policy and procedures which impact on the nationwide evaluation activities.
• Ensures quality and timeliness of all completed staff work, including consolidated evaluation reports of findings and recommendations with documentation and rationale.
• Briefs OEI key staff on technical and management matters, regional activities, special problems, innovative techniques applied and special concerns within the region served. Identifies matters which may have nationwide impact or be of special interest to others, RIGs/OEI.
• Plans, schedules, and directs resources for the conduct of research and analysis, and development of evaluation project statements for regional studies. Identifies topics which appear to have the greatest potential for improvement of the Department's programs.
• Provides management direction for regional efforts, in cooperation projects with other Federal agencies.
• Maintains liaison with key Department officials and makes contact with representatives of outside organizations, including OMB, Congressional committees, other government and private sector organizations. Provides consultation with respect to highly complex problems identified in program inspections; the implementation of inspection recommendations; and the review of proposed new or revised legislation.
• Conducts assessment of regional program activities, and identifies, resolves problems, and recommends actions requiring headquarters consideration. Analyzes and identifies methods and techniques which would reduce cost incurred in the conduct of evaluations or contribute to a more effective program.
• Directs development, and maintenance of a continuing positive public relations program, to insure effective cooperative working relationships with State and local officials and private organizations within the region concerned with HHS programs. Promotes an information program for deterring fraud, waste, and abuse through technical assistance, briefings, presentations, and through the development of information materials for publication. Represents the DIG/OEI, AIG/OEI, and DRO/OEI, in meetings, and conferences of professional organizations, State and local governments, and special interest groups. Makes presentations to a wide range of public audiences.
• Ensures preparation of recurring and special reports and responses, to inquiries from key officials within and outside of the government, and the general public.
• Oversees administrative and human resource management functions for the staff. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Monitors and controls major segments of a variety of difficult and complex project plans and specifications.
• Maintains surveillance over complicated structures involving complex construction problems.
• Determines need for project changes, estimates cost, and develops project modifications.
• Serves as liaison between the contracting officer and the project engineer.

This Registered Nurse (Infection Control) position is located in the Nursing Services at the Leeds, MA location. This position is full time at 40 hours per week.

Included but are not limited to:

The Infection Prevention and Control Registered Nurse is accountable to the Associate Director Patient Care Services/Chief Nurse.

• The Infection Prevention and Control Registered Nurse provides direct staff support to service line managers, service chiefs and others in planning, designing, integrating, implementing, modifying, and administering the Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• The Infection Prevention and Control Registered Nurse:

1. Coordinates activities throughout the hospital to prevent and control infections.
2. Set standards for a safe environment.
3. Demonstrates leadership, experience, and creativity in the management of complex client care.

• Implements and maintains elements of specific Infection Control and Prevention Programs to evaluate the quality of patient care and/or the appropriateness and timeliness of services provided.
• Works with the Director of Performance Management and others to promote quality in clinical practice by collaborating in the development of guidelines and criteria for measuring the quality and appropriateness of patient care delivered.
• Analyzes data and reports information to identify the need for change in subscribed areas that may include the need to minimize risk and ensure effectiveness of clinical quality improvement.
• Provides support to CQI as an approach to assess and improve the quality of patient care.
• Applies CQI tools in data collection and identifies barriers to the achievement of quality improvement in circumscribed facility wide programs or committees, or in individual services.
• Advises and assists the Director of Performance Management in policy review, formulation, communication, implementation and evaluation and in setting of institutional priorities related to committees, services and/or program elements.
• Identifies patterns and/or trends and ensures that the identification of issues to modify and improve the program to facilitate the accomplishment of Performance Management goals and objectives.
• Assist in medical center activities and preparations for Joint Commission and other external reviews.
• Monitors the follow-up to recommendations specific to the utilization of risk resulting from Joint Commission and other external review visits and formulates communication through the Director of Performance Management to the Joint Commission and other external agents regarding these reviews.
• Utilizes clinical research results as a basis for identifying clinical issues that are appropriate for study.
• Researches, interprets, identifies, develops, and presents elements of educational programs for healthcare professionals and supports services regarding areas supported.
• Acquires and maintains current knowledge relevant to the principles, practices, and techniques associated with nursing, Infection Control and Prevention and other clinical professions through literature and periodical review, workshop attendance, and/or the use of sound benchmarking practices.
• Serves as consultant on clinical issues and/or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serves as coordinator of activities for the organization's Methicillin Resistant Staph Aureus (MRSA), Multiple Drug Resistant Organism (MDRO) program.

• If selected at the GS-11 level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity.
• Plans/executes engineering and technical functions related to engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance.
• Develops and/or implements agency engineering and quality assurance policies, tools, and training program.
• Provides authoritative guidance and advice to management, customers, and Quality Assurance Specialists in functional area of expertise.
• Resolves complex technical problems associated with surveillance of major, critical contracts for program life cycle stages, next generation equipment, or DoD Weapon Systems.

• Observes, documents, and evaluates carrier and contractor performance. Inspects contractor's performance at owner's residence and at warehouse during packing, crating, loading, shipping, unloading, uncrating and unpacking.
• Counsels members regarding policies and procedures for the proper preparation of personal property for shipment and/or storage, including specialized items, to domestic and overseas locations.
• Prepares documentation reporting carrier performance using automated systems. Observes, documents, and evaluates performance of contractor on packing, containerization, and local drayage of personal property.
• Provides oversight of the Direct Procurement Method (DPM) contract. Serves as a Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE), functionally qualified to ensure the Air Force receives quality contractor performed services and pays only for acceptable services received.

WHAT IS THE TS- TAXPAYER SERVICES DIVISION?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions

Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas: TS - RICS-Return Integrity and Compliance Services; Refundable Credits Examination Operations (RCEO).

The following are the duties of this position at the full working level.

• Plans and conducts independent examinations and related investigations of a variety of individual and business taxpayers involving complex tax issues and accounting records and typical methods.
• Classifies and screens individual and business tax returns and allowance cases showing changes in tax liability and selects those which have the highest potential for audit.
• Classifies returns received as the result of transfers, special handling requirements, or collateral requests.
• Reviews collection and criminal investigation referrals for examination potential.
• Provides technical support and training as a coordinator of programs between compliance and other departments within the Internal Revenue Service.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual to take on the role of Credit Control at a great company in Armley, Leeds! This role will allow you to grow around a team of highly experienced individuals that will give you the tools to turn your job into a colourful career in finance!

Day to day you will be expected to carry out such roles as ensuring timely payments, minimising overdue debts, assessing credit risks, processing payments and following up on invoices, preparing reports and analysis on accounts receivable and credit control performance and work closely with the sales to resolve disputes.

If this sounds like a role you'd be suitable for you will need the following to be considered:

* Clear and concise phone presence.
* At least 2 years Credit Control experience.
* Great organisational skills.
* Strong analytically skills.
* Competent mathematical skills (either qualification or experience).
* Proficient in Microsoft excel and accounting software.

Benefits include:

* 25 days annual leave
* Company events
* Pension plan
* Free on-site parking
* £24,000 a year

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

(1) Serves as the Office of Primary Responsibility (OPR) for wing maintenance policy, advising supervisors and employees on both general policy and specific maintenance matters. Makes decisions and recommendations on technical concerns presented by supervisors. Utilizes a comprehensive knowledge and ability to interpret Air Force Instructions, Technical Orders, engineering drawings, product specifications, Air Force Occupational and Health (AFOSH) and environmental standards, public law, and locally developed policy. Evaluates and assesses complex systems, subsystems, integrated systems/subsystems, or components for conformance to applicable technical data, engineering drawings, standards and specifications. Evaluates, conducts reviews, activity inspections and management compliance of all maintenance activities to include the logistics maintenance support functional areas such as production, programs and mobility, maintenance training, plans, scheduling and documentation and data base management as directed by the Maintenance Group Commander. Identifies production problems, excessive overtime, discipline, housekeeping and technical discrepancies and attempts to identify the underlying cause for the deficiencies. Establishes and develops performance checklists and metrics in coordination with the Quality Assurance Supervisor. Develops local operating instructions to supplement regulations and manuals of higher echelons in the area of aircraft and aircraft systems quality assurance. Reviews all Operating Instructions (OIs) to ensure locally published instructions are technically accurate, complete and consistent with Air Force (AF) and Major Command (MAJCOM) policy. Coordinates with affected commanders on base and ensures the instruction is published as a wing operating instruction. Serves as a key team member in collating and reporting compliance metrics to Major Command(s).

(2) Maintenance Standardization Evaluation Program (MSEP): Administers, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive quality assurance, maintenance standardization, and inspection program for all areas of the maintenance organization, all maintenance disciplines, job series and Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). Evaluates the quality of maintenance accomplished in the maintenance organization and performs the necessary quality functions to execute the MSEP, designed to provide management an objective sampling of both the quality of equipment and the proficiency of maintenance personnel. Ensures the maintenance organization meets its responsibility for air-worthy aircraft and component quality for a broad and complex production workload, e.g., highly advanced aircraft, aircraft systems, avionics systems, electronic equipment, aircraft structures, composites, life safety systems, armament, munitions, and other areas of similar complexity. Participates in a review of the organization's quality plans, procedures and practices to assure adequacy and compliance to local and higher-level directives.

(a) Executes the evaluation program and accumulates data using Inspection and Evaluation techniques such as Task Evaluations, Quality Verification Inspections, Special Inspections, Personnel Evaluations and Management Inspections. Evaluates the quality of in-process and after-the-fact maintenance and ensures prescribed technical and management procedures are followed. Serves as the subject matter expert for critical assessment programs such as; Unit Self Inspections, Maintenance Standardization, Operational Readiness and Unit Compliance Inspections. Responsible for the development and maintenance of organizational level checklists. Ensures metrics are established and monitored to assess key result areas for successful mission accomplishment including, but not limited to, items where non-compliance would affect system reliability or result in serious injury, loss of life, excessive cost, or litigation. Evaluates the proficiency of assigned personnel in the execution of assigned maintenance tasking through Personnel Evaluations (PEs). Determines the proficiency and qualifications of certified personnel. Assess the relationship between personnel evaluation and technical inspection results to identify strengths or opportunities for improvement in the evaluation program.

(b) Monitors and assesses the organization's quality program and elements of the program to gauge compliance with directives and established processes. Identifies deficiencies, implements corrective measures, and improves processes to enhance mission effectiveness and efficiency. Ensures safety, security, and Consolidated Tool Kit (CTK) programs are followed in accordance with applicable regulations and public law through the routine inspection of work centers.

(13) Performs other duties as assigned.

Title: QC Manager
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

SRG are recruiting for a QC Manager to take on a varied & fast paced quality department based with a pharmaceutical manufacturer in Yorkshire.
Well established, the business is a critical provider of medicines and products needed to ensure the well-being and improved outcomes of patients with additional requirements.
As the QC Manager you will be overseeing the quality department as it undergoes systems updates and drive to ever greater compliance and continuous improvement while supporting a growing NPD division.

The Role:

As the QC Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the Quality Control department and leading laboratory operations to ensure the timely & accurate testing of Raw materials and finished products, as well as supporting other departments such as NPD through stability & Microbiological testing.
You will have 4 direct supervisors, leading departments with a total of over 50 heads within QC.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing QC / stability testing of finished products, raw materials and packaging materials etc. to meet the needs of the business, whilst ensuring all methods, procedure and specifications are fit for purpose and comply with all necessary GMP / regulatory requirements.
• Maintaining and continuously developing standards within the laboratories and Quality Management System.
• Develop and maintain the laboratory systems to ensure efficient, safe and compliant operation, perform document reviews and approvals.
• Leads and guide others in quality driven initiatives in the continuous support of Quality Improvement.
• Play an active part in audits ensuring that high standards are maintained.
• Lead the development of Long-term capabilities for the Quality Control department.
• Management of QC Function team staff, ensuring training & development of staff and maintaining headcount in line with budget.

The Person:

• A Degree or similar qualification in a relevant science discipline.
• Proven experience in a QC leadership role within the pharmaceutical sector.
• Excellent knowledge relating to MHRA requirements, audits and the international pharmaceutical industry requirements.
• Experience of Change management & transformation.
• Ability to lead, coach, influence and build strong collaborative relationships.
• Well organized, with an analytical & detail orientated mindset.

SRG are the UK number 1 recruitment company specialising in the science, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, renewable, biotech, chemicals and medical devices sectors.
As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.
If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.com to view our other vacancies.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Are you proactive and efficient and take pride in driving best practice? If so, join Spring Wood Lodge as a Compliance Co-Ordinator / PA to Hospital Director, working continuously improving the Compliance of Spring Wood Lodge in line with CQC Regulations, NHSE Expectations and other external regulatory bodies.

What you will be doing

As a Compliance Lead and Personal Assistant, you will coordinate reports for submission to various external and internal bodies, this will see you have oversight on monthly Quality Account Narratives and audit timetables and leads.

Working 37.5 hours a week, you will be providing administrative support across a range of areas including development and review of task and actions required by the hospital and external bodies, having oversight of the Site Improvement plan including adding and tracking actions, proactively liaising with staff to ensure that tasks and actions are completed.

You will also work collaboratively with the Regional Quality Improvement Leads ensuring that audits are carried out as required.

You will line manage the full administration team which consists of HR, Finance, MHAA, Medical secretaries, ward clerk and reception.

As part of this role you will also provide PA support to the Hospital Director, including diary management and other various administrative tasks.

There are also career development opportunities, with a huge range of courses that will help you grow and succeed. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, we can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

As a Compliance Lead and PA you will be:

• Reviewing contractual requirements and where necessary populate information required for KPI and CQUIN reporting utilising the Contracts Team to fully achieve the contractual requirements.
• Working autonomously to follow up actions, complete projects, ensuring compliance with all statutory requests and regulatory bodies.
• Overseeing the quality dashboards for the hospital, ensuring that the dashboards are up to date and assessments are reviewed and updated as appropriate.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Administrative and secretarial skills
• The ability to work with complex databases and electronic patient records.
• 4 GCSE at Grade C or above (including English and Mathematics) or equivalent.
• An understanding of medical terminology
• Knowledge of Quality Audits relevant to Independent Healthcare
• Previous line management experience is desirable.

Where you will be working:

Location: 1 Towngate Close, Guiseley, Leeds, LS20 9PQ

You will be working at Spring Wood Lodge, a service that supports women over the age of 18 who have complex emotional and mental health problems associated with significant risk behaviours. Typically they have a diagnosis of personality disorder or a severe mental illness.

They may not have had their needs met in a general psychiatric service including acute inpatient units, community mental health teams or community personality disorder service. Working as part of a team, you will focus on active rehabilitation with a view to achieving sustainable discharge.

What you will get:

• Annual salary of £28,411
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off!
• Free meals and parking
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
• Pension contribution to secure your future.
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
• Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.

There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

With over 2,500 professionals employed across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East, my client is a truly global company who currently have an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal compliance professional to join their Leeds office as a Compliance Analyst.

This role will involve the successful candidate reviewing client files under the supervision and direction of an experienced management team in relation to businesses operating within the Cayman and British Virgin Island jurisdictions and ensuring that legislation is being complied with at all times. Although candidates with experience working on matters within these jurisdictions would be of extreme interest to my client, it is not an absolutely essential criterion and my client is very interested in junior candidates in the KYC/AML profession.

The attributes and skills that my client is looking for from candidates for this role include:

* A good and advanced understanding of KYC and AML regulatory obligations;
* An ability to be adaptable and work towards multiple deadlines;
* Being comfortable working under minimal supervision (further support will, however, be available as and where required);
* Strong organisational, communication and teamwork skills; and
* A real and demonstrable enthusiasm for a career in compliance.

My client would expect the successful candidate to attend its Leeds office 2-3 times a week (located approximately 3-5 minutes' walk away from Leeds Train Station). There are some great benefits associated with working for my client, some of which include comprehensive health coverage, life and travel insurance, further educational assistance / professional development and access to savings and/or pension plans.

If this role sounds perfect for you, please contact Samuel Higgins at Hays Legal (0113 200 3717 / ).

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