REPORTS TO:
Doping Control Officer (DCO) Manager
Doping Control Officer (DCO) Regional Team Lead
DIRECT SUPERVISOR OF:
N/A
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for various tasks related to conducting Doping Control in the field.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accept, plan and manage doping control test assignments
Recruit, train and oversee Chaperones
Witness sample collection or overseeing the witnessing of the Sample Collection Process
Drive to various locations to perform urine and/or blood collections
Process athlete Samples according to USADA's protocol and procedures
Ensure accurate documentation/completion of the Doping Control Process
Ship processed Samples to the specified WADA certified laboratory
Submit all Sample Collection Documentation to USADA
Assist in the recruitment and training of Doping Control Officer candidates identified by USADA
Accountable to the most current version(s) of the DCO Manual, Sample Collection Documentation and other training resources
Participate in DCO evaluation and support program
Collect Samples on behalf of other agencies when requested by USADA
Ensure adequate control of Document, Record and Sample Collection Equipment
GENERAL:
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Have no affiliation with sample collection organizations outside of USADA
Keep USADA aware of issues in the field and/or any conflicts of interest
Recommend necessary updates and revisions to USADA protocol and procedures as related to Doping Control
Projects and other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Skills:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to:
Make decisions reflective of USADA's protocol and procedures
Multitask and to work accurately under pressure
Interact with internal and external customers
Travel, possibly at short notice, to conduct test assignments
Work flexible hours as needed
Access the Web for daily communication
Work in a diverse environment
Perform in a team environment
Meet deadlines and operate with limited supervision
Certification:
Successful completion of all USADA certification/recertification requirements
Pass bi-annual written and practical exams
Attend DCO training sessions, meetings, conferences
Valid Driver’s License
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Work experience in Allied Health Professions w/certification and/or License
(Athletic Trainer, Physical Therapist, Registered Nurse, Paramedics, Phlebotomist, etc.)