Medical Laboratory Technologist (POCT Coordinator)- Hartford - 40 hrs/wk

Connecticut Children's Medical Center

Hartford (CT)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Hospital paid life and disability

Paid time off and leave programs

Education and training assistance

Retirement savings plan with hospital

Job summary

Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in Hartford, CT is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist (POCT Coordinator) for an on-site, full-time role. The position oversees point-of-care testing quality, coordinates quality control activities, and ensures compliance with CLIA and other regulatory standards across CCSG locations.

The role requires an AS degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (or equivalent) and ASCP certification, with supervision of staff and procedures, and collaboration with

Qualifications

Education: Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology required.
ASCP or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

Quality control: establish and oversee POCT quality control/QA programs.
Ensure competency of personnel performing POCT and maintain certification records.
Develop and update POCT policies in collaboration with laboratory leadership.
Select and evaluate new POCT devices and tests for accuracy and cost.
Ensure regulatory compliance with CLIA, Joint Commission and DPH requirements.
Inventory management with Supply Chain to maintain adequate stock.

Skills

Computer skills

Troubleshooting

Public Speaking

Teaching

Self-motivated

Education

Associates Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology/ Biology/ Chemistry

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Web-based database management

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technologist (POCT Coordinator)- Hartford - 40 hrs/wk

Hartford, CT, United States (On-site)

About Us

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.

including medical, dental and vision insurance
hospital paid life and disability coverage
paid time off and leave programs
education and training assistance
a retirement savings plan with hospital match
an employment assistance program
Eligibility for certain benefits is based on scheduled hours worked
All team members are eligible to participate in the retirement savings plan, regardless of scheduled hours worked

Additional benefit information is available here .

Job Description

The Point of Care Testing Coordinator develops, implements, coordinates and maintains programs to ensure the maintenance of safety and quality standards for Point of Care testing (POCT) throughout all Connecticut Children’s Medical Center and Connecticut Children’s Specialty Group (CCSG) locations. The employee inspects quality control processes that are in place and ensures the competency of employees who conduct tests. The coordinator maintains appropriate records and updates policies under the direction of the CLIA’s Medical Director(s).

Responsibilities

Quality control: Establishes, monitors and oversees POCT quality control/quality assurance programs. Conducts on-site inspection of POCT equipment and documentation; audits logs for accuracy and completeness; and inspects for compliance with existing policies. Maintains a user directory of all staff performing tests. 15%

Clinical Competency: Ensures that all personnel who perform POCT are deemed competent prior to the first test and on a 6 month and/or annual basis as required; maintains a process to identify future personnel in need of testing and to remediate as needed. 20%

Clinical Policy/Procedures: In cooperation with and under the direction of the laboratory leadership and Medical Director: 15%

Reviews POCT policies to ensure they reflect best practices.
Drafts proposed policies for new processes, new testing and equipment
Educates staff on policies and updates policies as directed
Investigates, procures and disseminates information regarding manufacturer guidelines and federal, Joint Commission and DPH regulations.
Reviews policies and procedures annually.

Procedure Development and Oversight: 15%

Ensures that procedures developed and approved by Laboratory Leadership and POCT Medical Director(s) are followed in alllocations
Specifically assists in the development of, and trains staff on, new procedures as needed.
Selects and evaluates new POC devices and tests for accuracy and precision, cost, ease of use, etc.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensures POCT processes meets or exceeds requirements as established by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) and other applicable federal and state regulations, including the Joint Commission and DPH. Prepares the organization for the biannual Joint Commission and DPH site survey for POCT. Maintains all records required for regulatory and compliance surveys. 10%

Inventory Management: Works collaboratively with Connecticut Children’s Medical Center’s Supply Chain to ensure that an adequate stock of supplies is maintained, quality controlled if required, and stored properly throughout all Hospital and CCSG locations. Disperses controls at required defined intervals throughout all Hospital and CCSG locations. 10%

Equipment Maintenance: Orders, validates, maintains, and troubleshoots all POCT instrumentation throughout Hospital andCCSG locations, ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations. 10%

Demonstrates knowledge of the population-specific differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and co-workers. Demonstrates support for the mission. 2.5%

Performs other job-related duties as assigned. 2.5%

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required:

Education: Associates Degree Required in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Experience: 3 years of clinical standard laboratory experience.

Education and/or Experience Preferred:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or in Biology or Chemistry.
Experience:
- Previous experience with quality control and inspection.
- Previous experience with competency testing or preceptorship.

License and/or Certification Required:

ASCP or equivalent certification required.

License and/or Certification Preferred:

Certification in point of care testing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge:

Point of care testing practices.
Medical terminology.
Organizational/departmental polices & procedures.
ICD-10 and CPT medical billing coding preferred.

Skills:

Computer skills (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, web-based database management, email).
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Public Speaking and Teaching.
Self-Motivated, working with a minimum of supervision.

Connecticut Children’s is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, national orientation, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.

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