Point of Care Coordinator - Clinical Lab

Our Vision As a mission-driven innovative health organization, we will become the national leader in improving the health of our communities and each person we serve. We will be the most trusted health partner for life. Employment Type Full time Shift Day Shift Description Focus on the coordination and oversight of point-of-care testing (POCT) programs. About The Job In this role, the Point of Care Coordinator (POCC) provides technical oversight for all Point of Care Testing (POCT) across the region. The POCC is responsible for the coordination and oversight of the quality improvement functions of point of care testing, education, auditing, competency, and other quality assurance activities to ensure that all accreditation guidelines are met. What You’ll Do Education: Across the region, performs quality checks on all compliance all regulatory requirements as well as institutional policies and procedures to maintain appropriate licensure and accreditation status for point of care testing. Point-of-Care Performance: Ensures the establishment of appropriate POC procedures throughout all phases of specimen handling, testing, resulting, and reporting. Serves as POC-testing resource and provides guidance and instruction in developing, monitoring, and maintaining testing sites’ quality control programs to ensure the highest quality results to patients and physicians. Quality Improvement: Participates in preparation of testing procedures and provides regulatory updates as needed according to CLIA standards, CAP accreditation guidelines, and institutional requirements. Initiates procedure updates to meet regulatory bodies accreditation standards and compliance standards. Participates in training, orientation and ongoing continuing education of personnel using point of care testing resources. Maintains records for education, training, competency, quality control, nonconformance events, and corrective action. Provider Support: In coordination with the Regional Manager & Medical Director, evaluates and recommends new instruments, products, procedures and methods. Participates in validation / verification efforts and performs comparison studies as required by guidelines. Required Here’s what you’ll need Bachelor’s Degree in a Medical Lab Science Program 3-5 years of previous job-related experience Specific Degree(s): Medical Technology, or Medical Laboratory Science Preferred Certified Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, laboratory discipline specific or specialty certificate (ASCP or AMT) Perks & Benefits Benefits from Day One (Medical and Dental) Competitive Shift Differentials Daily Pay "NEW" Career Development Tuition Reimbursement Participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program 403(b) with Employer Match On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC) Referral Rewards Perks Program Compensation Pay Range: $31.06-$48.15 Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Loyola University Medical Center Nursing