Point of Care Specialist PRN

Portsmouth Regional Hospital - New Hampshire; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

401(k) Plan with company match

Education assistance programs

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Point of Care Testing Specialist to join its mission-driven team in Portsmouth, NH. This role involves proficiency in Point of Care Testing, independent decision-making, and effective communication with departments. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 3-7 years of experience. Join us to positively impact patient care and be part of a supportive healthcare environment that values your expertise and encourages professional growth.

Qualifications

• Able to make decisions and establish priorities on procedure-oriented operations.
• Demonstrate competency in the POCT section and perform quality control.
• Maintain open communication with supervisors and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Carry out normal function of POCT program while impacting patient care positively.
• Perform and document instrument maintenance and troubleshoot effectively.
• Contribute to section and department objectives and share daily workload.

Skills

Proficiency in Point of Care Testing (POCT)

Independent decision-making

Effective communication

Education

4 Year/Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Point of Care Testing Specialist with Portsmouth Regional Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Portsmouth Regional Hospital family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Point of Care Testing Specialist to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

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Job Summary And Qualifications

• Know policies, procedures and practices necessary to carry out the normal function of Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) program. Be aware of the role of the position and its potential impact on patient care, the work unit, the department, and facility operations.
• Make decisions and establish priorities on procedure-oriented operations. Work in an independent manner with limited supervision.
• Demonstrate initial and annual competency in the POCT section.
• Prioritize work to ensure completion within the assigned shift and within expected intervals.
• Assist lab leadership in the completion of miscellaneous duties.
• Share daily workload within the laboratory. Make a contribution to section and department objectives.
• Maintain constructive, open communication with supervisors, co-workers and customers. Demonstrate an awareness of patient/client expectations and seek to satisfy.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all POCT computer related tasks, including the data management systems associated with specific tests.
• Perform and document instrument maintenance. Perform quality control, calibration and validation according to established procedures. Troubleshoot instruments effectively, when appropriate.
• Possess an understanding of and an ability to participate in: Laboratory QA and POCT QA, Safety Plans and Policies, Lab Billing Compliance, Code of Conduct, and HIPAA requirements as they relate to your position, the department and the facility. Respect and adhere to the mission, vision, and values of CJW Medical Center.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care and assess data appropriate to the age of the patient being served, including patient education, when applicable.

Experience

• 3-7 Years

Education

• 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree

At Portsmouth Regional Hospital, you're not just joining a hospital—you’re becoming part of a mission-driven team that’s redefining healthcare excellence across the Seacoast region. As a 240-bed acute care facility in Portsmouth, NH, we proudly serve communities throughout New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts. We’re the only hospital in the area to be recognized as an ACS Verified Level II Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and we offer a robust heart and vascular program—giving our team the opportunity to work at the forefront of life‑saving care.

As part of the HCA Healthcare family, you’ll be supported by one of the nation’s leading healthcare systems, with a strong presence in New Hampshire that includes four hospitals, three freestanding emergency rooms, and over 70 care sites. Here, nearly 5,000 colleagues—including 1,500 nurses and 1,000 affiliated physicians—collaborate to deliver exceptional care and innovation every day. Whether you're at Portsmouth, Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Parkland Medical Center in Derry, Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, or one of our emergency facilities in Seabrook, Dover, or Plaistow, you’ll find a culture that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real difference.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it." – Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Point of Care Testing Specialist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.