Point of Care Coordinator

Summary:

A Point of Care Coordinator is a healthcare professional responsible for overseeing and managing point-of-care testing (POCT) within a healthcare facility or clinical setting. Their primary role is to ensure that all POCT procedures are performed accurately efficiently and in compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities:

The Point of Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of point-of-care testing (POCT) within the healthcare facility. This role involves overseeing the implementation maintenance and quality assurance of POCT programs to ensure accurate and timely testing results. The Point of Care Coordinator collaborates with various departments to optimize POCT processes educate staff and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lifespan is actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve.

Lifespan employees are expected to embrace Lifespan's mission of "Delivering health with care" and successfully role model Lifespan's values of Compassion Accountability Respect and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients customers and one another.

In addition to our values all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Lifespan Competencies which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Lifespan Competencies include:

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

1. Program Management:
• Develop and implement policies procedures and protocols for POCT programs.
• Coordinate the selection validation and procurement of POCT devices and supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate stock of testing supplies.
• Oversee the maintenance calibration and troubleshooting of POCT instruments.
• Evaluate new technologies and methodologies for potential integration into existing POCT programs.
2. Quality Assurance:
• Establish quality control measures and proficiency testing programs for POCT.
• Perform regular audits and inspections to assess compliance with regulatory standards.
• Investigate and address any quality issues or deviations in POCT results.
• Provide ongoing training and support to POCT operators to maintain proficiency and competency.
3. Collaboration and Communication:
• Liaise with laboratory personnel clinicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate POCT services.
• Collaborate with IT staff to integrate POCT data into electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Communicate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely maintenance and support for POCT devices.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss POCT-related issues and initiatives.
4. Education and Training:
• Develop and deliver educational programs and materials on POCT principles procedures and best practices.
• Provide hands-on training and competency assessments for POCT operators.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry trends related to POCT and disseminate relevant information to staff.
5. Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of POCT activities including test results maintenance logs and quality control data.
• Generate reports on POCT performance metrics compliance status and quality improvement initiatives.
• Prepare documentation for regulatory inspections and accreditation surveys.

Other information:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor*s degree in medical technology Clinical Laboratory Science or related field (required).
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in point-of-care testing or clinical laboratory management (desired).
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards for POCT (TJC CAP).
• Excellent communication interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic medical records systems.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The Point of Care Coordinator typically works in a clinical or hospital setting.
• May require occasional evening or weekend hours to accommodate testing schedules or special projects.
• May involve exposure to infectious agents and hazardous chemicals requiring adherence to safety protocols.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age ethnicity sexual orientation ancestry genetics gender identity or expression disability protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location: Rhode Island Hospital USA:RI:Providence

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1

Union: Non-Union