Lab Point of Care Coordinator-FT-Hancock

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.  We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. 

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 

This job implements and maintains the company's Point of Care Testing Program at assigned facility, including coordinating point of care testing operations to ensure reliable patient testing and timely services. This job monitors POC specific Performance Improvement /Quality Control activities, exhibits knowledge of and adherence to Institution/Department policies and procedures. Oversees testing personnel competency with documentation, compliance and inspection readiness for CLIA, CAP, JCAHO and any other laboratory accrediting agencies inspecting Point of Care Testing.

Education

Required - Bachelor’s degree

Work Experience

Required - 5 years laboratory experience as a Medical Technologist

Preferred - Experience with regulatory agency accreditation inspections

Certifications

Required - Current Louisiana license or temporary license as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Generalist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist-Specialist

Meets CLIA and CAP requirements for testing personnel relative to scope of duties

ASCP certification or equivalent as a Medical Technologist

Any incumbent certified by ASCP on or after January 1, 2004 must successfully complete the requirements of the ASCP’s Certification Maintenance Program

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

• Excellent customer service skills required.

• Skills to work independently required.

• Skills to work efficiently under pressure and set priorities required.

• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to deal effectively and courteously with patients, nurses, physicians, management, other healthcare personnel and external contacts.

• Analytical skills necessary in order to perform calculations, review data, and prepare a variety of reports.

Job Duties

• Oversees Point of Care Program.
• Maintains Inspection Readiness/ Regulatory Agency Compliance.
• Develops Performance Improvement/Utilization Management Program for POCT.
• Supports Departments Goals and Objectives.
• Acts as Pathology Department Representative/Liaison.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
 

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:  Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with d