Point of Care Coordinator

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Point of Care Coordinator at Tampa General Hospital oversees POCT programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality control, and efficient operations across departments.

You will train staff, manage inventories, analyze POCT data, and develop policies to drive continuous improvement while collaborating with laboratory and clinical teams.

The role requires Florida licensure and an associate degree in Medical Technology, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of regulatory standards related to POCT (e.g., CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission).
• Experience with POCT equipment, procedures, and quality control measures.
• Ability to train, mentor, and certify staff in POCT procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation and management of POCT programs across departments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Train and certify staff; manage inventory and audits.
• Liaise with laboratory and clinical teams to maintain efficient POCT operations.
• Develop and update POCT policies and procedures.
• Analyze POCT data to support decision-making and process improvements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

POCT equipment knowledge

Staff training & certification

Data analysis

Communication

Organization & time management

Education

Associate's Degree Medical Technology

Tools

POCT equipment

Job description

Job Description - Point of Care Coordinator (260003D1)

Job Description

Point of Care Coordinator (Job Number:260003D1 )

Description

The Point-of-Care Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the implementation, management, and continuous improvement of point-of-care testing programs across multiple departments. This role ensures that Point of Care Testing (POCT) procedures and equipment comply with all regulatory and accreditation standards. The coordinator will train and certify staff, manage inventory, conduct audits, and liaise with relevant healthcare teams to maintain efficient POCT operations. The position also involves the development and updating of POCT policies and procedures, as well as data analysis to support decision-making and process enhancements.

Essential Functions

• In-depth knowledge of regulatory standards related to POCT (e.g., CLIA, CAP, Joint Commission) and a commitment to ensuring compliance with these requirements.
• Strong technical knowledge of point-of-care testing equipment, procedures, and quality control measures. Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate calibration and maintenance activities.
• Proven ability to effectively train, mentor, and certify staff in POCT procedures, ensuring competency in both routine and complex testing scenarios.
• Proficiency in analyzing POCT data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and potential risks. Ability to make data-driven decisions to improve practices and outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively liaise with laboratory staff, healthcare providers, department managers, and external vendors.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects, audits, and training programs simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's Degree Medical Technology

License

• Medical Technologist

Work Experience

• State of Florida Licensure is required. Competency in 1-5 specialties.