Point of Care Testing (POCT) Coordinator

Point of Care Testing (POCT) Coordinator

Location: Houston, TX

Pay Rate: Starting at $39.00/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Dean's Professional Services is seeking an experienced, organized, and detail-oriented Point of Care Testing (POCT) Coordinator to support a leading healthcare organization in Houston, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for a laboratory professional with POCT experience to coordinate testing programs, maintain quality and compliance standards, support staff competency, and help implement new testing methodologies and technology across multiple clinical locations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the delivery of safe, accurate, timely, and cost-effective Point of Care Testing (POCT) throughout the healthcare system.

   

• Monitor POCT quality control programs, proficiency testing, inventory, compliance audits, and regulatory requirements.

   

• Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of POCT processes and recommend improvements to testing procedures, technology, and workflows.

   

• Coordinate the evaluation and implementation of new testing methodologies, instrumentation, and POCT systems.

   

• Develop, validate, and maintain procedures and documentation for new or modified testing processes.

   

• Coordinate staff training and competency assessments to ensure testing personnel meet established requirements.

   

• Support POCT information system functions, including system maintenance, checks, operator management, and troubleshooting.

   

• Review and investigate system flags, unidentified operators, patient identification errors, and other testing discrepancies.

   

• Maintain approved operator lists and ensure testing personnel remain compliant with competency requirements.

   

• Review POCT manuals and procedures at all locations at least annually and ensure documentation remains current.

   

• Assist with preparation for regulatory inspections and ensure POCT processes comply with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.

   

• Coordinate proficiency testing activities and follow up on results and corrective actions.

   

• Collaborate with laboratory leadership, Pathology, clinical departments, and administrative teams to standardize POCT procedures across the organization.

   

• Communicate clearly and professionally with clinical and laboratory staff to promote quality patient care and effective program operations.

   

• Participate in POCT-related projects and continuous quality improvement initiatives as needed.

   

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Laboratory Science, Chemistry, Biology, or another related physical or biological science required.

   

• Minimum 1 year of laboratory experience required.

   

• Prior Point of Care Testing (POCT) experience strongly preferred.

   

• Current MLS (ASCP) or MT (ASCP) certification required.

   

• Experience with POCT quality control, proficiency testing, inventory management, compliance audits, and POCT information systems preferred.

   

• Knowledge of Telcor QML preferred.

   

• Strong organizational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail.

   

• Quick learner with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing processes and technology.

   

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

   

• Ability to collaborate effectively with laboratory, clinical, and administrative teams.

   

• Knowledge of laboratory regulatory and compliance requirements related to Point of Care Testing preferred.

   

Why Join Dean's Professional Services?

• Competitive pay starting at $39.00/hour

   

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

   

• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule supporting work-life balance

   

• Opportunity to play a key role in a comprehensive Point of Care Testing program

   

• Gain valuable experience with POCT quality, compliance, technology, and process improvement

   

• Supportive, collaborative, and patient-focused healthcare environment

   

• Career growth opportunities with a nationally recognized healthcare staffing organization

   

Dean's Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm. Since 1993, we have connected over 50,000 healthcare professionals with leading organizations across the country by matching exceptional talent with rewarding career opportunities.

Apply today at www.deansprofessionalservices.com or call 713-785-7483 for more information.

Healthcare Staffing | Dean's Professional Services | United States Dean's Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm providing temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire solutions across healthcare and professional industries.