ECU Health · 12 hours ago
Point of Care Testing Coordinator (MT or MLS) - PRN
Greenville, NC
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$33.08/hr - $48.22/hr
3+ years expECU Health is an academic medical center in North Carolina, seeking a Point of Care Testing Coordinator to ensure compliance with testing regulations. The role involves monitoring point of care testing, providing technical support, and ensuring quality assurance in laboratory services.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Model ECU Health Core Values: Integrity, Compassion, Education, Accountability, Safety, and Teamwork
Always present and promote professional demeanor. Communicate professionally and courteously with patients, family, and other medical personnel as necessary to recognize problems, initiate resolution, and, if necessary, escalate to the next level
Possess and maintain a broad knowledge of Laboratory Services, resulting in positive and consistent resolution of questions/problems/complications
Serve as a liaison between clinical staff, departmental faculty, and physicians. Respond and resolve clinician complaints, as well as takes action to prevent reoccurrence
Complete continuing education and in-service programs to maintain licensure and certification and meet regulatory and job requirements. Provide technical support and guidance for point of care laboratory services within the ECU Health System
Ensure timely and accurate testing and reporting of laboratory results
Support the development and implementation of standard operating procedures SOPs for point of care laboratory services as applicable to the testing area
Assist with new equipment and test request process LSC to drive standardization of test processes across the lab service line LSL. Monitor and maintain compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory standards
Conduct regular quality control checks and audits and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality
Suggest, develop, and implement quality assurance projects and prepare reports as required. Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient care
Address and resolve any issues related to point of care laboratory services
Advocate for patient safety and quality care in all laboratory processes. Monitor the management and integrity of laboratory data within the point of care testing department
Utilize laboratory information systems, LIS for data tracking, and reporting
Ensure data security and confidentiality. Work closely with other coordinators, department manager, and laboratory medical director on the investigation and development of new or modified test procedures
Collect and analyze data, providing appropriate written information for protocol evaluation and test interpretation
Develop, review, and update written protocols as needed. Evaluate the competency of point of care testing personnel and ensures team members maintain their proficiency in performing test procedures and reporting test results promptly and accurately
Identify training needs and ensures everyone performing testing receives continuous in-service training and education relevant to the type and complexity of the services provided
Support learners by mentoring, teaching, and precepting as appropriate. Provide technical guidance on safety guidelines, providing protective barriers for employee safety, and monitoring staff compliance with their use
Demonstrate proficiency in the appropriate use of personal protective equipment and infection control barriers and devices
Ensure that events, safety catches, and near misses are reported in accordance with ECU Health event reporting policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Perform other duties related to the work described herein. Act as a technical expert within area of specialization to resolve technical issues and ensure corrective actions are implemented when test systems deviate from established performance specifications
Provide technical guidance on processes such as the selection of test procedures, establishing the laboratory's test performance characteristics, and modifying existing procedures for implementation when necessary
Review quality control procedures, investigate problems, and explore alternative methods as required
Qualification
Required
BS Degree or higher in Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemistry, or Biologic Science
Three years of current/related clinical laboratory in a hospital, clinic, or Commercial referral laboratory is required, with one year of supervisor or coordinator experience preferred
Licensure/Certification: MLS/MT (ASCP, AMT, HEW, or equivalent) certification is required
Preferred
One year of supervisor or coordinator experience preferred
Company
ECU Health
We come to work every day in order to help you and the 1.4 million people like you across eastern North Carolina.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brian Floyd
President and COO
Betsey Kirisits, PHR
HR Business Partner II
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