Point of Care, Testing Coordinator - 32 hrs - Days

Trinity Health; Hartford (CT); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Great benefits

Health Insurance Coverage starting Day

Generous Shift Diffs

Award-winning Hospital and Departments

Zusammenfassung

Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center in Hartford, CT, is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist for a full-time, day-shift position. The role involves evaluating new POC testing, device selection, QA/QC programs, and collaboration with caregivers and administration.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science, ASCP/CLS/NCA certification, and 3-5 years of clinical lab experience.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science.
• ASCP, CLS or NCA certification required.
• 3–5 years of clinical laboratory experience.

Aufgaben

• Communicate effectively with administrators, colleagues and physicians.
• Evaluates requests for new POC testing, including feasibility and cost impact; presents findings to Lab administration.
• Selects and evaluates new POC testing devices; coordinates trials and vendor bidding.
• Provides POC training for patient care providers and maintains competency records.
• Establishes and monitors QC/QA programs for POC testing; supports lab operations and projects.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Saint Francis Hospital & Medical Center, Lab Hartford CT

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

What You Will Do

• Communicate effectively (written and verbal) with administrators, colleagues and physicians.
• Evaluates requests for new POC testing, including feasibility study of clinical necessity and cost impact. Presents findings and cost analysis to Lab administration for approval. Establishes criteria for vendor bidding and collaborates with Supply Chain Department to develop and negotiate contracts. Selects and evaluates new POC testing devices for accuracy and precision, cost, ease of use, etc. Submit selected devices for trial use in patient- care areas. Provides technical support to patient care areas. Implements, monitors and troubleshoots malfunctioning analyzers/monitors or various POC testing devices. Participates as a member of the Clinical Laboratory Team. Consistently demonstrates flexibility, objectivity and adaptability. Contributes new ideas to improve laboratory operations, policies and procedures and for meeting HVMA business goals. Participates in projects, as assigned.
• Provides all POC training for patient care providers, including initial instruction and yearly validation. Maintain records and a data base for competency . Develops policies and procedures related to POC testing. Investigates, procures and disseminates information regarding manufacturer guidelines and federal, and CAP regulations. Promotes a continuous learning environment by providing education and guidance to physicians and staff as required. Participates in continuing education whenever possible.
• Establishes and monitors quality control/quality assurance (QC/QA) programs involving POC testing. Ensures compliance with accreditation agencies and federal regulations. Spearheads biannual CAP site surveys for POC testing. Understanding in the operation/maintenance of Lab equipment, computer-based applications (email, and standard applications such as Microsoft Office).
• Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork.

Position Hours

32 hours, Day Shifts (rotating wknds/holidays)

What You Need

• Education: Bachelor's degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science required
• Certification: ASCP, CLS or NCA certification required
• Experience: 3-5 years of clinical laboratory experience required
• Skills:
  • Must demonstrate general working knowledge and competence within an open laboratory environment.
  • Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and speak, read and write the English language.
  • Must be comfortable using computer hardware and lab information systems.

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Our Mission and Core Values
• Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage-starting Day One!
• Generous Shift Diffs
• Award-winning Hospitals and Departments

Ministry Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617 bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women's Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.