Medical Laboratories
The National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC) was established in 1979 to consider and make recommendations to the Australian, state and territory governments on matters related to the accreditation of pathology laboratories and the introduction and maintenance of uniform standards of practice in pathology laboratories throughout Australia. The accrediting body in Australia is NATA, all laboratories must be NATA accredited to receive payment from Medicare.
Health Care Informed (HCI) can assist in an organisation's understanding, implementation and development of an effective Quality and Safety Management System (QSMS) that meets the required regulations as well providing a strong organisational structure.
The QSMS, including all policies and procedures, can be developed to meet the applicable requirements, including but not exclusively:
- ISO/IEC 17025
- ISO/IEC 17020
- ISO15189:2003 – Medical laboratories Particular requirements for quality and competence
HCI provides the following services to Medical Laboratories
Quality and Safety - HCI Quest™
- Quality Improvement
- Risk Management
- Governance
- Evidence Based Practice
- Infection Control
- Policies and Procedures
- Audit and Evaluation
- Education and Training
Regulatory/Accreditation Compliance
To talk to us about how we can help you meet your quality and safety needs, contact Health Care Informed on (03) 9606 0420 or info@healthcareinformed.com
