Point of Care Technologist

1103 Team Member Services; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403-B Retirement Plan

Job summary

AdventHealth in Calhoun, GA is seeking a Laboratory professional to manage POCT program workflows and education. You will document statistics, support clinicians, and participate in performance improvement to enhance patient care.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in medical laboratory science or equivalent, ABHES/CAAHEP training, and 2+ years of technical experience including 1 year in POCT. Expect a full-time day shift with regulatory compliance responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology with approved training or equivalency.
• Laboratory training program approved or accredited by ABHES or CAAHEP, or equivalent documented training.
• MLS (ASCP) or MLS (AMT) certification or equivalent within scope.
• 2+ years of technical experience including at least 1 year in POCT environment.

Responsibilities

• Document and submit required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics and reports.
• Provide ongoing education and support to POCT clinicians as coach and mentor.
• Participate in performance improvement activities to enhance patient care.
• Maintain accreditation and inspection readiness with proper documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Manage inventory control and supply stocking to ensure availability of materials.
• Provide orientation and training to new employees and students.
• Follow safety policies including PPE use and chemical handling.
• Develop and implement POCT program policies and procedures for regulatory compliance.
• Train and assess testing personnel to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
• Evaluate and select new POCT instruments and procedures to enhance testing capabilities.
• Monitor and maintain POCT equipment, including validation and troubleshooting.
• Collect and analyze data to improve quality and efficiency of POCT program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Independence

Flexible schedule

POCT knowledge

Effective communication

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or equivalent

Laboratory training program ABHES/CAAHEP approved

Tools

LIS software

POCT instrumentation

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well-being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits

Schedule:

• Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 1035 RED BUD RD NE City: CALHOUN State: Georgia Postal Code: 30701

Job Description:

• Documents and submits required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics and reports.
• Provides ongoing education and support to POCT clinicians, acting as a teacher, coach, and mentor.
• Participates in laboratory and hospital performance improvement activities to enhance patient care.
• Maintains accreditation and inspection readiness through proper documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Manages inventory control and supply stocking to ensure availability of necessary materials.
• Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students.
• Follows safety policies, including the use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures for the POCT program to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Trains and assesses the competency of testing personnel to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
• Evaluates and selects new POCT instruments and procedures to enhance testing capabilities.
• Monitors and maintains POCT equipment, including validation, correlation, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance.
• Collects and analyzes data to improve the quality and efficiency of the POCT program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills. [Required]
• Ability and willingness to work independently as well as in a team environment. [Required]
• Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays if the need arises; on-call hours may also be required. [Required]
• Knowledge of POC and laboratory rules and regulations [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively with non-lab departments. [Required]
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English. [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. [Required]

Education:

Bachelor's.[Required] Field of Study: in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution OR Bachelor's degree equivalency with 24 semester hours of medical laboratory technology courses; or 24 semester hours of science courses that include: 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semester hours of biology; and 12 semester hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; AND have a laboratory training program that includes: completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES or the CAAHEP (this training may be included in the 60 semester hours listed above); or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs testing OR Successful completion of at least a 50-week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician); or qualified and served as high complexity testing personnel on or before April 24, 1995 in a CLIA-certified laboratory as of December 28, 2024, and have done so continuously since December 28, 2024.

Required Work Experience:

2+ of technical experience including a minimum of one year in a POCT environment [Preferred]

Additional Information:

Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements Due to regulatory body nomenclature changes in 2022 and 2023, MT(ASCP) and MT(AMT) are denoted now as MLS (ASCP) and MLS (AMT).

Licenses and Certifications:

N/A

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$24.92 - $46.36

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.