Point of Care Lab Coordinator

About the Role

The Point of Care Coordinator (POC), under the direction of the Laboratory Administrative Director, 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 assurance functions of POCT performed by non-laboratory caregivers. This role provides guidance and leadership in planning, organizing, documenting, and delivering technical and quality improvement services for testing conducted at POC sites and designated non-centralized labs.

Key responsibilities include educating and providing technical consultation, instrument expertise, and documentable in-service and education sessions with providers. The POCC creates computer-based training and competency assessments, oversees testing personnel performance, and ensures adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within the framework of compliance with all applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements, including CLIA standards, Joint Commission, and College of American Pathology (CAP) guidelines. The role also involves investigating and reporting issues of non-compliance or proficiency failures, maintaining quality assurance objectives, and participating in lab-focused quality improvement projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, or Chemistry
• Certified Medical Technologist, Medical Lab Scientist, or lab discipline-specific/specialty certificate (ASCP or AMT) preferred
• 3-5 years of previous job-related experience
• 2 years of experience in the CLIA Specialty/Subspecialty of Blood Gas, general Chemistry, and Coagulation

Benefits

• No mandatory overtime
• Benefits effective on the first day of employment, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Life insurance and Short-Term/Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Sign-on bonus
• Daily Pay option
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee referral incentive program
• Tuition and professional development reimbursement
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment
• Supportive team environment