Laboratory Point of Care Testing Coordinator

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Professional development support

Growth opportunities

Job summary

University Health in Texas seeks a POCT Coordinator to oversee the point-of-care testing program across the health system. You will ensure safe, accurate testing performed by non-lab staff and coordinate POCT procedures.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a related field, 2+ years of lab testing, and certification by ASCP/NCA or equivalent. The role offers growth, training, and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a relevant biological/medical science.
• OR a Bachelor’s in business/healthcare administration with 5+ years of clinical lab testing experience.
• Completion of a CAHEA-approved clinical training program.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on lab testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate POCT procedures
• Ensure regulatory compliance across all testing sites
• Support quality programs aligned with GLP and GMP
• Provide training, oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Training skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology/related science

Bachelor’s in business/healthcare administration with 5+ years clinical lab testing experience

CAHEA-approved clinical training program

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

We're Hiring: Point of Care Testing (POCT) Coordinator

Location: [Insert Location] | Clinical Laboratory Services | Full-Time

Are you a detail-oriented lab professional with a passion for quality and education? University Health is looking for a dynamic POCT Coordinator to help shape and oversee the point-of-care testing program across our health system.

What You’ll Do:

As our POCT Coordinator, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring safe, accurate, and compliant point-of-care testing conducted by non-laboratory clinical staff. You’ll:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate POCT procedures

• Ensure regulatory compliance across all testing sites

• Support quality programs aligned with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

• Provide training, oversight, and continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a relevant biological/medical science

• OR a Bachelor’s in business/healthcare administration with 5+ years of clinical lab testing experience

• Completion of a CAHEA-approved clinical training program

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on lab testing experience

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, and other data tools

• Experience in training, auditing, or lab quality assurance is a plus

Licensure/Certification:

• Certification required by ASCP, NCA, or equivalent national agency

Why University Health?

• Join one of the most respected healthcare systems in Texas

• Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment

• Enjoy robust benefits, professional development support, and opportunities for growth

Be the bridge between lab excellence and patient care.