Medical Laboratory Technologist (POCT Coordinator)- Hartford - 40 hrs/wk

Connecticut Children's•Hartford, CT

16h•$30 - $50

About The Position

The Point of Care Testing (POCT) Coordinator develops, implements, coordinates, and maintains programs that ensure safety and quality standards for POCT across Connecticut Children’s Medical Center and Connecticut Children’s Specialty Group locations. The coordinator inspects quality-control processes, ensures the competency of employees who conduct tests, maintains appropriate records, and updates policies under the direction of the CLIA Medical Director(s). The role oversees POCT quality-control and quality-assurance programs; staff competency assessment; policy and procedure review, development, and education; regulatory compliance; supply inventory; and POCT instrument maintenance. The coordinator works with laboratory leadership, Medical Directors, and Supply Chain, and supports compliance with CLIA, Joint Commission, DPH, and other applicable federal and state requirements. The position also applies knowledge of the needs of pediatric patients from neonates through adolescents and demonstrates cultural sensitivity in interactions with patients, families, and coworkers.

Requirements

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Three years of clinical standard laboratory experience.
ASCP or equivalent certification.
Knowledge of point-of-care testing practices, medical terminology, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, web-based database management, and email.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Public speaking and teaching skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Effective written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry.
Previous experience with quality control and inspection.
Previous experience with competency testing or preceptorship.
Certification in point-of-care testing.
Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT medical billing coding.

Responsibilities

Establish, monitor, and oversee POCT quality-control and quality-assurance programs.
Conduct on-site inspections of POCT equipment and documentation; audit logs for accuracy and completeness; and inspect compliance with existing policies.
Maintain a user directory of staff who perform tests.
Ensure personnel are deemed competent before performing their first POCT and at required six-month and/or annual intervals; identify staff needing future testing and remediate as needed.
Review POCT policies for alignment with best practices; draft proposed policies for new processes, testing, and equipment; educate staff on policies; and update policies as directed.
Research, obtain, and distribute information about manufacturer guidelines and federal, Joint Commission, and DPH regulations; review policies and procedures annually.
Ensure approved procedures are followed at all locations; assist with developing new procedures and training staff on them.
Select and evaluate new point-of-care devices and tests for accuracy, precision, cost, and ease of use.
Ensure POCT processes meet or exceed CLIA and other applicable federal and state requirements, including Joint Commission and DPH requirements.
Prepare the organization for biannual Joint Commission and DPH site surveys for POCT and maintain records required for regulatory and compliance surveys.
Work with Supply Chain to maintain adequate supplies throughout Hospital and CCSG locations, ensure supplies are quality controlled when required and properly stored, and distribute controls at defined intervals.
Order, validate, maintain, and troubleshoot POCT instrumentation throughout Hospital and CCSG locations in compliance with federal and state regulations.
Apply knowledge of population-specific patient needs from neonates through adolescents and demonstrate cultural sensitivity in interactions with patients, families, and coworkers.
Demonstrate support for the organization’s mission.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.