POC Coordinator

CHS Career Site; Laredo (TX); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

CHS Career Site is seeking a POCT Coordinator to oversee point-of-care testing across the facility. You will ensure regulatory compliance, QA programs, training, and competency assessments for non-laboratory staff performing POCT, while coordinating with departments to maintain accurate, reliable testing.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science, 1–3 years POCT experience, and MLS certification or equivalent where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
• 1–3 years of experience performing or coordinating POCT.
• 1–2 years of experience with laboratory quality control programs.
• MLS - Medical Lab Scientist certification or equivalent required where applicable.

Responsabilités

• Oversees POCT implementation and maintenance in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Develops and maintains QA programs including calibration and corrective actions.
• Operates and documents POCT analyzers and ensures proper function.
• Trains non-laboratory staff and maintains competency records.
• Reviews POCT results for accuracy and investigates discrepancies.
• Keeps policies and procedures updated to reflect POCT standards.
• Acts as liaison with POCT vendors for equipment support.
• Compiles POCT metrics and supports audits and inspections.
• Collaborates with clinical departments to optimize test utilization and workflow.

Connaissances

POCT devices

Regulatory compliance

Training & competency

Communication skills

Quality assurance

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical/Physical/Biological/Clinical Lab Science or Medical Technology

Description du poste

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

Job Info

• Job Identification 164389
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/17/2026, 01:50 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day