POCT Quality & Training Coordinator

CHS Career Site; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

POCT devices

Regulatory compliance

Training & competency

Communication skills

Quality assurance

Education

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

Job description

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.