Lab Coordinator

Join Our Team at Valley-Wide Health Systems Inc.

Were looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Lab Coordinator who is passionate about ensuring high-quality lab services compliance and staff training across Valley-Wide Health Systems clinics.

The Lab Coordinator reports to the Director of Nursing and is responsible for overseeing and implementing lab protocols across all Valley-Wide Health Systems facilities. This role ensures compliance with accrediting bodies supports staff training and competency and contributes to quality assurance through audits education and technical support.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

Training Education & Competency Oversight:

• Onboard and train new clinical staff (nursing MA and RAC staff) on CLIA testing sterilization and lab protocols (90 employees).
• Conduct lab skills and quality control evaluations at hire 3 months and annually.
• Proctor CLIA and sterilization exams for new hires 3-month and annual competencies.
• Create supplemental training materials and maintain lab manuals and logs.
• Coordinate and track lab e-learning completion in Health Stream.
• Provide ongoing education and support to staff across all 17 clinics.

Compliance & Audits:

• Conduct monthly audits of all clinic labs to ensure compliance with CLIA OSHA AAAHC and internal policies.
• Review logs for accuracy including lot numbers controls expirations and patient data.
• Audit sterilization logs autoclave performance spore testing and crash cart compliance.
• Provide direct staff feedback and implement Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) when necessary.
• Attend Clinician Lab Committee meetings and support policy and procedure development.

Technical & Operational Support:

• Provide maintenance and troubleshooting for POC machines (HemoCue Glucose 201 HemoCue HB 201 Alere Reader DCA System UA Clinitek).
• Order and maintain supplies for training testing and proficiency exams.
• Support infection control and safety initiatives related to laboratory practices.
• Assist in development of new policies procedures and evidence-based education projects.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Maintain lab-related records and prepare reports for management.
• Track competency completions audit findings and compliance data.
• Utilize NextGen for monthly lab reports and communicate findings to RN Leads and staff.
• Maintain and update CLIA licenses and documentation in alignment with CMS requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: 2 years of healthcare experience

Technical Skills: Basic computer skills and knowledge of electronic health records.

Other Skills:

• Understanding of OSHA standards sterilization and lab safety protocols.
• Strong communication skills; able to train and mentor staff at all levels.
• High attention to detail accuracy and follow-through.
• Flexible collaborative and enthusiastic about Valley-Wides mission.

Why Join Valley-Wide

Valley-Wide Health Systems Inc. is dedicated to creating a patient-centered supportive environment for both employees and the communities we serve.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)
• Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)
• Employer-paid Basic Life LTD STD
• Retirement Match
• Health Dental Vision Insurance HRA FSA DCA Retirement Plan
• Paid Leave:
  • Vacation: 10 days accrued per year
  • Sick Leave: 12 days accrued per year
  • Holidays: 8 days per year 2 Floating Holidays

For more information and to apply visit our website: Valley-Wide Careers

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Valley-Wide Health Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race color religion national origin sex age disability or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity with hiring decisions based on job-related factors.

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