POC Coordinator

adventhealth; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 3,481,000 - 6,475,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Parental leave

Career development

Well-being resources

Mental health support

Pet benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth Laboratory in Hendersonville, NC is seeking a professional to manage the Point of Care Testing program and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

The role oversees testing instrumentation, method evaluations, and quality control documentation. Requires a Bachelor's in a lab science, 2+ years clinical lab experience, and strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• CLIA equivalency acceptable if field of study does not match.

Responsibilities

• Maintains quality management of the Point of Care Testing program per regulations and standards.
• Develops, implements, and maintains POCT policies and procedures.
• Ensures training and competency assessments for testing personnel with proper documentation.
• Oversees instrumentation, method evaluations, implementation, correlations, and validations.
• Reviews QC and patient results; coordinates proficiency testing performance and results.

Skills

Organization

Independent work

Flexibility

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Leadership

English proficiency

Computer skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in lab science

Tools

POCT instruments

Laboratory IT systems

Microsoft Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word)

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

100 HOSPITAL DR

City:

HENDERSONVILLE

State:

North Carolina

Postal Code:

28792

Job Description:

Shift: Monday through Friday 7am-330pm

• Maintains the quality management of the Point of Care Testing (POCT) program in adherence to applicable regulations and accreditation standards.
• Develops, implements, and maintains POCT policies and procedures.
• Ensures all testing personnel receive required training and competency assessments, maintaining appropriate documentation.
• Provides technical oversight for instrumentation, method evaluations, implementation, correlations, and validations for in-house departments.
• Reviews quality control, patient results, and other quality assurance documentation; coordinates proficiency testing performance and results for testing.
• Manages supply inventory, including lot number tracking, par levels, and product selection in accordance with facility and corporate initiatives.
• Oversees interfaces, middleware, and other IT functionality.
• Actively participates in performance improvement initiatives for AdventHealth Laboratory Services and represents the laboratory in interdepartmental programs.
• Evaluates hospital personnel in accordance with performance standards of non-waived and waived point-of-care testing.
• Represents the AdventHealth Laboratory department in interactions with patients, employees, visitors, and physicians.
• Serves as a teacher, coach, and mentor for clinicians.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability and willingness to work independently as well as in a team environment [Required]
• Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays if the need arises [Required]
• Knowledge of laboratory rules and regulations [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively with non-lab departments and persons of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective manner, both verbally and in written form [Required]
• Good leadership and mentorship skills; strong coaching and mentorship skills [Preferred]
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English [Required]
• Basic to moderate computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word; excellent computer and keyboarding skills [Required]
• Demonstrates knowledge of new testing methods, products, instrumentation; remains informed on all current technologies [Required]
• Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized, communicate effectively, and function well under stressful situations [Required]
• Demonstrates ability and willingness to adapt to change and flexibility to adjust to the uneven workflow and changing priorities of the department [Required]
• Demonstrates the value of team concept on a consistent basis [Required]
• Responsible for inspection process, proficiency performance, reporting, and evaluation [Required]
• High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently [Required]
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and projects [Required]
• Ability to build and maintain appropriate peer relationships to facilitate organizational objectives [Required]
• Strong service recovery skills [Preferred]

Education:

• Bachelor's [Required]

Field of Study:

• in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; OR if the field of study does not match, candidate must meet the CLIA equivalency listed in additional information

Work Experience:

• 2+ clinical laboratory experience [Required]
• 5+ laboratory experience, including a minimum of two years in a POCT environment [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)(3)(ii): For high complexity testing, equivalent laboratory training and experience includes the following:
• 60 semester hours or equivalent from an accredited institution that, at a minimum, includes either 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses, OR
• 24 semester hours of science courses that include six semester hours of chemistry, six semester hours of biology, and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND
• Laboratory training including either completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (note that this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above), OR
• At least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing; OR
• Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); OR
• Qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024.

• Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

• Due to regulatory body nomenclature changes in 2022 and 2023, MT(ASCP) and MT(AMT) are denoted now as MLS (ASCP) and MLS (AMT).

Licenses and Certifications:

• N/A

Physical Requirements:

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Pay Range:

$25.27 - $47.00

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.