Point Of Care Testing Associate (50% Part Time, Days)- Adena Lab

Under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager, this position oversees and maintains point of care testing; serving as a client resource to physician offices and the health system. This includes but is not limited to the review of quality controls (corrective action), training, troubleshooting, procedure development, instrumentation maintenance and basic compliance. This position also assists with compliance for all regulatory/accreditation standards and with Adena Health System policies.

Required Educational Degree:

Associate Degree

Major/Area of Concentration:

Medical Technology

Required Certifications:

Certified Medical Laboratory Technician

Preferred Certifications, Credentials and Licenses:

ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologists Certification as a Medical Technologist

Preferred Experience:

3-5 years experience in Clinical Laboratory, one year Point of Care preferred

Job Essential Functions:

• Oversees the point of care testing systems to meet/exceed regulatory compliance, quality assurance, ensure accurate quality control/results and provides instrumentation assistance/troubleshooting corrective action up to and including the Team Lead or Manager.

• Demonstrates effective and professional communication to ensure the test systems are properly functioning and suitably performed by testing personnel.

• Is a laboratory liaison with nursing, physicians, employee/management regarding point of care testing.

• Participates in maintaining complete and up to date procedures/policies reflecting hospital and regulatory compliance.

• Provides new employee training (as assigned) and ensures ongoing competency is maintained.