POC Coordinator

Medical Center; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Center in the United States, Texas, Laredo seeks a Point of Care Test (POCT) Coordinator to oversee testing across the facility, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive quality improvements. You will train non-laboratory staff and maintain testing documentation.

The role requires coordinating with departments, maintaining testing accuracy, and supporting audits and policies in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology required.
• 1–3 years of experience performing or coordinating POCT required.
• 1–2 years of experience with laboratory quality control programs required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates POCT implementation in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develops and maintains quality control and assurance programs for POCT, including calibration and corrective actions.
• Operates, verifies, and maintains POCT analyzers with proper documentation.
• Trains and assesses the competency of non-laboratory personnel performing POCT.
• Reviews POCT results for accuracy, investigates discrepancies, and reports findings.

Skills

POCT operation

Regulatory compliance

Training non-lab staff

Quality control

Communication across departments

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology

Tools

POCT analyzers

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Job Summary
The Point of Care Test (POCT) Coordinator is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and continuous improvement of point-of-care testing across the facility. This role ensures regulatory compliance, quality control, training, and competency assessments for non-laboratory staff performing POCT. The POCT Coordinator collaborates with departments to maintain accurate, reliable, and timely testing while ensuring adherence to established clinical laboratory standards and policies.

Essential Functions

• Oversees and coordinates the implementation and maintenance of point-of-care testing (POCT) in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develops, evaluates, and maintains quality control and quality assurance programs for POCT, including calibration, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Operates, verifies, and maintains point-of-care analyzers, ensuring proper function and documentation.
• Trains and assesses the competency of non-laboratory personnel performing POCT, maintaining training records and documentation per regulatory standards.
• Reviews and monitors POCT results for accuracy and quality, investigating discrepancies and reporting abnormal findings when necessary.
• Maintains and updates policies, procedures, and documentation to reflect current POCT regulations and accreditation standards.
• Acts as a liaison with POCT vendors for equipment support, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Compiles and submits POCT metrics and performance data to laboratory leadership.
• Supports internal and external audits related to POCT and ensures ongoing readiness for inspections.
• Collaborates with clinical departments to ensure proper test utilization, workflow efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology required
• 1-3 years of experience performing or coordinating point-of-care testing required
• 1-2 years of experience with laboratory quality control programs required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in POCT device operation, calibration, and maintenance
• Strong understanding of CLIA, CAP, TJC, and other applicable regulations related to POCT
• Ability to train and assess competency of non-laboratory clinical staff
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across departments
• Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance practices and regulatory standards
• Computer literacy and ability to navigate laboratory and hospital information systems

Licenses and Certifications

• MLS - Medical Lab Scientist (Formally MT Certification) issued by ASCP, AMT, AAB , or equivalent required
• State license where applicable required