Wellstar Health System · 14 hours ago
Point of Care Testing Coordinator FT Days
Marietta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expWellstar Health System is committed to enhancing the health and well-being of every person it serves. The Point of Care Testing Coordinator will oversee daily operations of laboratory testing, manage training for nursing staff, and ensure compliance with quality management standards.
FitnessHealth Care
Responsibilities
Oversees training of new employees on computer/IT lab systems
Proficient use of lab IT systems
Develops and implements comprehensive training program to meet orientation/annual competency requirements
Trains new employees on all aspects of lab information systems to include Sunquest (SmartTerm), Middleware (WAM, Mysis, Instrument Manager, BD Computer) and Epic
Learns and maintains knowledge of updates/upgrades with the lab information system and educates staff
Serves as a resource for staff, troubleshoots IT issues, communicates with system lab IT team as needed to find resolution
Oversees daily operations of waived and non-waived laboratory testing in areas other than the main laboratory
Work with nursing personnel, care givers, medical providers and act as a department resource
Maintains open dialog with staff at testing locations, working to identify and resolve POCT issues
Monitor operations with attention to detail and use problem solvings skills to assist quality patient care
Work without direct supervision, be self-directed and be able to prioritize tasks to support efficient and effective operations
Participates in decisions regarding implementation of POCT in new locations, with evaluation of need, expense, logistics and customer service advantages of requested tests
Performs POCT tests and related correlation procedures according to site and system-approved protocols
Coordinates the evaluation of potential POC testing systems and performance of appropriate comparative studies
Coordinates the validation and implementation of new equipment and test methods
Coordinates 6-month correlation studies for all appropriate analyzers and analytes
Writes new equipment or test method procedures for approval by the system POCT medical directors
Maintains site equipment, supplies and monitors service contracts to support laboratory services budget
Demonstrates knowledge of all POCT equipment and systems
Acts as a resource for troubleshooting analyzer concerns and can assist users in separating patient sample and quality control issues from analyzer failures
Coordinate replacement of defective instruments in a timely manner to reduce impact on patient care
Monitors test reagent supply levels and coordinates validation of acceptability before release for patient testing
Oversees nursing staff training and competency assessments in all areas of POCT
Develops and implements comprehensive training programs to meet regulatory training requirements
Monitors appropriateness of staff to perform patient testing and requires staff re-training, as needed
Work with POCT vendors to obtain expert trainer assistance for WellStar users
Maintains proficiency testing program to encompass all users and regulatory requirements
Performs site quality management activities for testing, policies, accreditation and licensure
Tracks appropriate Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement indicators to assure compliance with POCT policies
Is proficient with computer software necessary for data management and document/spreadsheet reports
Monitors compliance with WellStar Patient Safety policies and all regulatory standards for patient safety
Submits reports and implements corrective action plans for testing areas that demonstrate problems achieving acceptable levels of compliance with testing regulations and policies
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology Required or related field
Med Tech ASCP Certification or Med Technologist (AMT) or Med Technologist (AAB)
Minimum 5 years pertinent experience in Point of Care Testing
Independent judgment
analytic priority-setting
troubleshooting
technical skills
Preferred
Minimum 1 year supervisory experience
Company
Wellstar Health System
The largest health system in Georgia.
10001+ employees
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