Point of Care Coordinator

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare. Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare. About ThedaCare! Summary: The Point of Care Testing Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, training and maintain the laboratory’s point of care testing program. Ensures the accuracy of test results, and respectfully addresses situations or decisions to ensure patient concerns and needs are met. Demonstrates professional relationships with patients, families, colleagues, and providers. Job Description: Schedule: Fond du Lac and Oshkosh Days Monday - Friday Primary hours: 7 am-3:30 pm. Would need to be flexible. No Weekends No Holidays Key Accountabilities Oversees, provides guidance and ensures implementation of test systems. Ensures training of testing personnel as needed to comply with regulatory guidelines. Maintains regulatory compliance with CLIA, Joint Commission, and CAP standards in collaboration with the quality management department and laboratory leaders. Oversees testing personnel in developing, evaluating, and maintain test procedures. Provide guidance in the development and the implementation of competency assessments for testing personnel. Manages and reviews all proficiency testing. Coordinates validation and verification testing on all new point of care equipment. Assists key point of care personnel with troubleshooting instruments and other testing issues. Develops and implements quality improvement initiatives. Performs periodic audits of quality control records and recommends and implements corrective action as appropriate. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in accredited program Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a laboratory environment or Point of Care Coordinator role is required. Certifications: One of the following certifications: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) – Medical Technologist (MT) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) National Credentialing Agency for Laboratory Personnel (NCA) – Medical Technologist (MT) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) American Medical Technologists (AMT) – Medical Technologist (MT) Physical Demands Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance. Job classification Exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties Work Environment Clinical, Patient Facing: Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. Occasional high noise level in work environment. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents. Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients. Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Scheduled FTE 1 Location ThedaCare Medical Center - Fond du Lac Expansion - Fond du Lac,Wisconsin Overtime Exempt No Worker Shift Details Days About ThedaCare ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services. We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We’ve improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities. ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr ThedaCare, Inc.