Educator | Point of Care Testing | Full-time | Days

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a Point of Care Testing educator to join our world-class system in Jacksonville, FL. This role supports planning, implementation, and monitoring of the POCT program across multiple sites.

The candidate will develop training materials, troubleshoot instrument issues, and collaborate with remote locations to ensure quality control and system connectivity. A bachelor's in Medical Technology or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• Preferred: BS in Medical Technology, Nursing, Radiology, Biology, Chemistry, Health Sciences or Paramedic Studies.
• Florida licensure/certification required or pursued.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, implementation and monitoring of the Point-of-Care program across sites.
• Troubleshoot POCT instruments, software and technical issues.
• Perform laboratory procedures, including advanced tests.
• Manage and troubleshoot POCT connectivity systems.
• Develop educational materials for POCT training.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Preferred: BS in Medical Technology, Nursing, Radiology, Biology, Chemistry, Health Sciences or Paramedic Studies

Florida licensure/certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Health Stream

RALS-Web

Job description

Overview

An Excellent Opportunity to Join a World Class System!

• As part of the University of Florida, it is a hub for research and advanced medical training
• It provides extensive specialized services, cardiovascular services, and emergency care
• Excellent opportunity for growth

Join us today!

Responsibilities

In this role the Point of Care Testing educator will perform the following job duties:

• Assists supervisor in planning, coordinating, implementation and monitoring of the Point-of-Care (POC) program to include:System maintenance,Training,Quality control, andAdministrative responsibilities at all sites performing POC testing
• Trouble shoots instrument, software and technical errors.
• Performs Laboratory procedures, some advanced, requiring extra instrument knowledge and skills.
• Assists with the management and troubleshooting of the POC connectivity system.
• Acts as a project management liaison to vendors on special POC initiatives.
• Works with personnel at remote locations to identify system/network problems.
• Develops educational and training materials for POCT test systems used to teach and train allied health professional performing POC testing.
• Must be self-driven and able to work independently and as a team member.
• Must be able to use independent judgement to discern whether to report abnormal and normal results.

Schedule

FTE: 1.0

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm

Days: Monday-Friday

Qualifications

Education

Required: Bachelor's degree. Specific coursework: Medical Technology or related field (nursing, radiology, biology, chemistry, health sciences, paramedic studies, physics)

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science, medical technology and nursing science field, including Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Nursing, Radiology, Biology, Chemistry, Health Sciences, Paramedic Studies and Physics.

Necessary Skills

• Must be able to pass a color vision test or functional color assessment test administered by Employee Health. Technologist must inform Laboratory Administration if vision capabilities change to the extent the technologist can no longer perform tests/tasks accurately in the department.
• Must become knowledgeable with State, Federal and Accreditation Standards and guidelines for all POC systems (i.e. College of American Pathologist, CMS, Joint Commission, etc.).
• Must have proficiency with computer applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Health Stream, RALS-Web Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Ability to perform procedures requiring judgment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to recognize abnormal results or testing problems and discuss and discuss with Supervisor, Manager, Physician, Nurse or Medical Director.
• Ability to solve problems. Good written and verbal communication skills. 8. Ability to recognize and effectuate repairs of malfunctioning POCT equipment.
• Ability to provide instruction and communicate to medical, para-medical or lay individuals.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and organize work flow.
• Good decision-making skills. Detailed-oriented.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations in a professional manner.

Licensure/Certifications

Required: Must have Florida licensure/Certification in one, or more:

• Medical Technology Certification: MT (ASCP), CLS (NCA), MT (AMT), MT (AAB),or BB (ASCP) ( If they do not present documentation that the national exam has been passed at the end of 6 months they will be moved to a Medical Technologist I position and the pay will be adjusted accordingly.)
• Clinical Laboratory Personnel
• Registered Nurse
• Radiologic Technology
• EMS/Paramedic

Preferred: MT or RN Certification ABHI CHS/CHT

Work Experience

Required: 1 - 2 years Clinical laboratory or related field

Preferred: Previous medical/hospital setting experience preferred with Point of Care testing equipment.