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Point of Care Test Coordinator
Job Location:
Job Location:
Fort Wayne, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
23 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Description
Job Summary
The Point of Care Test (POCT) Coordinator is responsible for the oversight coordination and continuous improvement of point-of-care testing across the facility. This role ensures regulatory compliance quality control training and competency assessments for non-laboratory staff performing POCT. The POCT Coordinator collaborates with departments to maintain accurate reliable and timely testing while ensuring adherence to established clinical laboratory standards and policies.
Essential Functions
Job Summary
The Point of Care Test (POCT) Coordinator is responsible for the oversight coordination and continuous improvement of point-of-care testing across the facility. This role ensures regulatory compliance quality control training and competency assessments for non-laboratory staff performing POCT. The POCT Coordinator collaborates with departments to maintain accurate reliable and timely testing while ensuring adherence to established clinical laboratory standards and policies.
Essential Functions
- Oversees and coordinates the implementation and maintenance of point-of-care testing (POCT) in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
- Develops evaluates and maintains quality control and quality assurance programs for POCT including calibration troubleshooting and corrective actions.
- Operates verifies and maintains point-of-care analyzers ensuring proper function and documentation.
- Trains and assesses the competency of non-laboratory personnel performing POCT maintaining training records and documentation per regulatory standards.
- Reviews and monitors POCT results for accuracy and quality investigating discrepancies and reporting abnormal findings when necessary.
- Maintains and updates policies procedures and documentation to reflect current POCT regulations and accreditation standards.
- Acts as a liaison with POCT vendors for equipment support maintenance and upgrades.
- Compiles and submits POCT metrics and performance data to laboratory leadership.
- Supports internal and external audits related to POCT and ensures ongoing readiness for inspections.
- Collaborates with clinical departments to ensure proper test utilization workflow efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Bachelors Degree in Chemical Physical Biological or Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology required
- 1-3 years of experience performing or coordinating point-of-care testing required
- 1-2 years of experience with laboratory quality control programs required
- Proficient in POCT device operation calibration and maintenance
- Strong understanding of CLIA CAP TJC and other applicable regulations related to POCT
- Ability to train and assess competency of non-laboratory clinical staff
- Strong critical thinking problem-solving and time management skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across departments
- Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance practices and regulatory standards
- Computer literacy and ability to navigate laboratory and hospital information systems
- MLS - Medical Lab Scientist (Formally MT Certification) issued by ASCP AMT AAB or equivalent required
- State license where applicable required
Required Experience:
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About Company
For more than 40 years, CHS has been developing and operating healthcare delivery systems committed to helping people get well and live healthier.
