Lab POC Testing Coordinator, Senior

The Senior Laboratory Point-of-Care (POC) Testing Coordinator oversees all aspects of point-of-care testing services across various healthcare settings, including hospitals and outpatient clinics. This role is crucial in ensuring high-quality diagnostic tests are conducted outside traditional laboratory environments, emphasizing accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency. Serves as a subject matter expert, collaborating with medical personnel to assess testing requirements and recommend appropriate testing devices. Analyzes lab compliance-related data issues, interprets findings, reports results, and identifies trends. Additionally, the Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of hospital and clinical laboratory practices, procedures, and regulations

• Oversee the implementation and management of point-of-care testing programs within clinical departments. 
• Ensure all point-of-care tests are performed following proper protocols, guidelines, and industry standards. 
• Provide training to healthcare personnel on the use of point-of-care testing devices and procedures. 
• Conduct competency assessments for staff to ensure proficiency in testing techniques. 
• Develop and deliver ongoing education and support to staff regarding updates in point-of-care testing practices. 
• Establish and monitor quality control processes to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results. 
• Implement quality assurance initiatives, including equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting. 
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards (e.g., CLIA, CAP, JACHO). 
• Stay current with federal, state, and local regulations regarding point-of-care testing. 
• Ensure testing sites are compliant with all applicable standards and regulations. 
• Prepare for and manage inspections by regulatory agencies. 
• Oversee inventory management of point-of-care testing supplies and equipment. 
• Ensure that all testing equipment is functioning properly and order supplies as necessary. 
• Coordinate repair and maintenance of equipment when needed. 
• Maintain accurate records of all point-of-care testing activities, including results, equipment maintenance, and inventory usage. 
• Provide timely and accurate reports to management regarding testing outcomes, compliance, and operational performance. 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all inquiries related to point-of-care testing. 
• Collaborate with laboratory staff, medical professionals, and other departments to ensure smooth integration of testing services within the patient care process. 
• Address any concerns or issues related to point-of-care testing in a timely and professional manner.
• Completes all other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in a healthcare related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in a clinical laboratory with emphasis on skills related to work area is required. POC Hospital and/or clinical laboratory experience preferred.

License/Certification: MLS Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist is required upon hire. 

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits. 
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. 
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist. 
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates. 
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.