Point of Care Coordinator I - Unlicensed

What’s Upstate; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability

Retirement benefits including employer

Job summary

Bassett Healthcare Network is seeking a POC Coordinator to support testing across the network. You will troubleshoot POC systems, train staff, and ensure competency while maintaining regulatory compliance and quality control across multiple sites.

The role requires a science-related bachelor’s degree, 2+ years of lab experience, and knowledge of POC testing procedures; NYS license is preferred. Travel to sites is possible, and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science-related field required.
• Minimum 2 years experience in standard laboratory methodologies (work or school).
• Preferred NYS CLT license or eligible for licensure with limited permit or limited license.

Responsibilities

• Supports POC testing throughout Bassett Healthcare Network and serves as technical consultant for troubleshooting POC testing and computer issues.
• Trains staff in POC testing and ensures annual competency; conducts site visits to meet regulatory requirements.
• Develops and monitors QC for POC testing; validates and implements new POC testing methods, equipment and reagents; manages POC supply chain.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy

Communication

Computer Skills

Customer Service

Laboratory Skills

Listening

Reading/Writing/Comprehension

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in science-related field

Job description

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What you'll do

The Point of Care (POC) Coordinator supports POC testing throughout the Bassett Healthcare Network. Serves as technical consultant to help troubleshoot POC testing and computer issues. Trains staff in POC testing and assures staff maintain annual competency. Performs site visits to ensure sites are meeting POC regulatory requirements. Develops and monitors quality control for POC testing. Validates and implements new POC testing methods, equipment, and reagents. Manages supply chain for POC testing supplies. Maintains POC testing equipment and instruments.

Maintains organized records of training, competency, site visits, and technical issues. Remains up to date on POC regulations, manufacturer’s instructions, and best practices. Builds and maintains positive relationships with POC testing sites leadership and staff. Supports and/or leads improvement projects to optimize quality and efficiency. May include other duties as assigned.

• Coordinates all laboratory testing outside the main laboratory, within the Bassett Laboratory Network and according to regulations
• Performs quality control (QC) processes and proficiency testing (PT) as needed
• Establishes regular site visits to assigned Bassett POC testing sites to meet regulatory requirements (QC and PT review) as well as customer needs and to assure quality testing
• Assists with training, competency, and proficiency programs of Bassett personnel involved in POC testing for staff to meet regulatory requirements
• Distributes Point of Care supplies, maintaining accurate records of lot numbers, expiration dates, and assure charges are submitted as appropriate
• Maintains laboratory equipment, instruments, reagents and/or supplies and documentation required in performance of job responsibilities
• Follows all institution and department policies and procedures
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
• Review work of students, and/or nursing staff as assigned
• Performs other duties within their scope of practice as assigned

What we need from you

Education:

• Required - 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in science-related field

Experience:

• Required - Minimum 2 years experience in standard laboratory methodologies (work or school)

License/ Certification:

• Preferred - Clinical Laboratory Technician License from New York State Education Department – or licensure eligible with a limited permit or limited license

Skills:

• Accountability
• Accuracy
• Communication
• Computer Skills
• Customer Service
• Laboratory Skills
• Listening
• Reading/Writing/Comprehension
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, walking
• Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, talking, seeing/monitor/computer use, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)

Hazards:

• Occasional bodily fluids/ bloodborne exposure, chemical, electrical, mechanical

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:

USD $19.50/Hr.

Pay Range Maximum:

USD $29.26/Hr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.