Point of Care Testing Coordinator

100 LCMC Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

100 LCMC Health in Covington, Louisiana is looking for a Clinical Laboratory Scientist to oversee point-of-care testing (POCT). You will ensure compliance and assist with quality improvements.

Ideal candidates should have 3+ years experience in clinical laboratories and be licensed through the LSBME. Strong communication skills and adaptability to a fast-paced environment are essential. Join a team committed to exceptional healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist or Specialist) through LSBME.
• 3+ years experience in a clinical laboratory.
• Strong troubleshooting and performance management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure POC testing compliance and manage documentation.
• Monitor patient results and perform troubleshooting.
• Coordinate testing education and training for staff.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent time-management skills

Ability to work under stress

Adaptable to changing priorities

Education

Clinical Laboratory Scientist licensure

3 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting

Job description

Your job is more than a job. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities; LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

General Duties

• Ensure that POC testing meets all regulatory requirements and design an organized, well-documented program providing assistance to all POC testing user sites.
• Compile all data into a monthly report for the Laboratory Manager, noting any deficiencies or errors.
• Monitor POC patient results.
• Review glucose meter results and troubleshoot any unusual or unexpected values.
• Troubleshoot performance failures and initiate corrective action and/or repair.
• Maintain glucose meter inventory and perform changeouts.
• Remain current on POCT instrumentation and procedures in the field.
• Provide input into the selection of instrumentation appropriate for POCT needs.
• Identify and implement avenues for POCT quality process improvement in collaboration with senior management.
• Coordinate testing education, including organizing required training and competency testing for non-laboratory staff performing POC testing.

Experience Requirements

• 3 years of experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

Licenses and Certifications

Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Generalist or Specialist) issued through LSBME.

Skills and Abilities

• Capable of working under stress; excellent time‑management skills and independent decision making.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptable to a fluid work environment where deadlines and priorities constantly change.

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity Statement

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.