Point of Care Coordinator

UnitedHealth Group • Everett, WA

114d • $28 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Optum WA, (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking a Point of Care Coordinator to join our team in Everett, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Point of Care Coordinator is a lead position within the clinical laboratory that is responsible for coordinating waived and moderately complex testing across multiple laboratory and clinic locations. The Point of care coordinator provides technical resources and daily direction to all testing personnel outside of the core laboratories with regard to laboratory policies and procedures and regulatory requirements. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as a demonstrated understanding of laboratory regulations and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, or biological science or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by a nationally recognized agency (e.g., ASCP, AMT, AAB).
• 3+ years of experience as a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist or other relevant experience.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory operations, including laboratory techniques, procedures, and equipment.
• Solid understanding of CLIA regulations and knowledge of quality control and quality assurance principles and procedures, including proficiency testing and instrument maintenance.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems (LIS) and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership and management skills, with the ability to supervise, train, and mentor laboratory staff.
• Solid problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot laboratory issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with laboratory staff, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders.
• Solid attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to maintain a high level of quality control and quality assurance.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment, handle multiple tasks and priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform laboratory tests and procedures, including standing for extended periods of time and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail for extended periods of time.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff, provide technical oversight, and ensure that all laboratory operations are conducted in compliance with CLIA, CAP, and other regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that test systems are properly functioning. Maintain, troubleshoot, and take corrective action with equipment and information systems as needed.
• Travel to each site at least quarterly.
• Coordinate training and competency assessments. Develop and maintain training and competency materials.
• Provide primary support for on-site inspections and surveys. Participate in inspection readiness for appropriate regulatory and accreditation agencies.
• Write and maintain current procedure manual(s) in area(s) of expertise using an approved format. Assist with the development, maintenance, and control of laboratory policies and procedures.
• Provide data to assist the department in budgeting and monitoring expenses as requested.
• Provide leadership for the testing, interpretation, and reporting of results.
• Review quality control for problem identification and troubleshooting. Use quality control statistics and control procedures such as comparison between methods and results from proficiency testing to identify and/or correct performance problems.
• Develop and oversee validation and verification studies for new instruments, methods, and tests.
• Order, assign, and review proficiency testing (PT) scores and evaluations. Facilitate corrective action and training related to PT failures. Counsel and educate staff related to PT failures.
• Stay up to date with new technologies and methodologies. Make recommendations to laboratory leadership.
• Assist with maintaining inventory and supplies related to point-of-care testing. Assist with purchasing functions by interacting with supply chain buyers and vendors.
• Provide support for point-of-care related information systems, including implementation and validation of new middleware/software/test systems/firmware. Monitor point-of-care middleware and software systems for errors.

Benefits

• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree