Point of Care Coordinator I - Unlicensed - BMC Lab

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. 

The Point of Care (POC) Coordinator supports POC testing throughout the Bassett Healthcare Network. Serves as technical consultant to help troubleshoot POC testing and computer issues. Trains staff in POC testing and assures staff maintain annual competency. Performs site visits to ensure sites are meeting POC regulatory requirements. Develops and monitors quality control for POC testing. Validates and implements new POC testing methods, equipment, and reagents. Manages supply chain for POC testing supplies. Maintains POC testing equipment and instruments.

Maintains organized records of training, competency, site visits, and technical issues. Remains up to date on POC regulations, manufacturer’s instructions, and best practices. Builds and maintains positive relationships with POC testing sites leadership and staff. Supports and/or leads improvement projects to optimize quality and efficiency. May include other duties as assigned.

• Coordinates all laboratory testing outside the main laboratory, within the Bassett Laboratory Network and according to regulations
• Performs quality control (QC) processes and proficiency testing (PT) as needed
• Establishes regular site visits to assigned Bassett POC testing sites to meet regulatory requirements (QC and PT review) as well as customer needs and to assure quality testing
• Assists with training, competency, and proficiency programs of Bassett personnel involved in POC testing for staff to meet regulatory requirements
• Distributes Point of Care supplies, maintaining accurate records of lot numbers, expiration dates, and assure charges are submitted as appropriate
• Maintains laboratory equipment, instruments, reagents and/or supplies and documentation required in performance of job responsibilities
• Follows all institution and department policies and procedures
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
• Review work of students, and/or nursing staff as assigned
• Performs other duties within their scope of practice as assigned

Education:

• Required - 4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in science-related field

Experience:

• Required - Minimum 2 years experience in standard laboratory methodologies (work or school) 

License/ Certification:

• Preferred - Clinical Laboratory Technician License from New York State Education Department – or licensure eligible with a limited permit or limited license

Skills:

• Accountability
• Accuracy
• Communication
• Computer Skills
• Customer Service
• Laboratory Skills
• Listening
• Reading/Writing/Comprehension
• Time Management
• Critical Thinking

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, walking
• Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, talking, seeing/monitor/computer use, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)

Hazards: 

• Occasional bodily fluids/ bloodborne exposure, chemical, electrical, mechanical

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:  

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match 
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.