Point of Care Coordinator
About The Position
A Point of Care Coordinator is a healthcare professional responsible for overseeing and managing point-of-care testing (POCT) within a healthcare facility or clinical setting. Their primary role is to ensure that all POCT procedures are performed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: The Point of Care Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of point-of-care testing (POCT) within the healthcare facility. This role involves overseeing the implementation, maintenance, and quality assurance of POCT programs to ensure accurate and timely testing results. The Point of Care Coordinator collaborates with various departments to optimize POCT processes, educate staff, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Lifespan is actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. 102484458Lifespan employees are expected to embrace Lifespan's mission of Delivering health with care and successfully role model Lifespan's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Lifespan Competencies which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Lifespan Competencies include: iInstill TrustandiValue DifferencesiPatient and Community FocusandiCollaborate ol start=1 type=1 Program Management: Develop and implement policies, procedures, and protocols for POCT programs. Coordinate the selection, validation, and procurement of POCT devices and supplies. Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate stock of testing supplies. Oversee the maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of POCT instruments. Evaluate new technologies and methodologies for potential integration into existing POCT programs. Quality Assurance: Establish quality control measures and proficiency testing programs for POCT. Perform regular audits and inspections to assess compliance with regulatory standards. Investigate and address any quality issues or deviations in POCT results. Provide ongoing training and support to POCT operators to maintain proficiency and competency. Collaboration and Communication: Liaise with laboratory personnel, clinicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate POCT services. Collaborate with IT staff to integrate POCT data into electronic health records (EHR) systems. Communicate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely maintenance and support for POCT devices. Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss POCT-related issues and initiatives. Education and Training: Develop and deliver educational programs and materials on POCT principles, procedures, and best practices. Provide hands-on training and competency assessments for POCT operators. Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry trends related to POCT and disseminate relevant information to staff. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of POCT activities, including test results, maintenance logs, and quality control data. Generate reports on POCT performance metrics, compliance status, and quality improvement initiatives. Prepare documentation for regulatory inspections and accreditation surveys.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field (required).
- Previous experience in point-of-care testing or clinical laboratory management (desired).
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards for POCT (TJC, CAP).
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic medical records systems.
Nice To Haves
- Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Technologist (MT) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and protocols for POCT programs.
- Coordinate the selection, validation, and procurement of POCT devices and supplies.
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate stock of testing supplies.
- Oversee the maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of POCT instruments.
- Evaluate new technologies and methodologies for potential integration into existing POCT programs.
- Establish quality control measures and proficiency testing programs for POCT.
- Perform regular audits and inspections to assess compliance with regulatory standards.
- Investigate and address any quality issues or deviations in POCT results.
- Provide ongoing training and support to POCT operators to maintain proficiency and competency.
- Liaise with laboratory personnel, clinicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate POCT services.
- Collaborate with IT staff to integrate POCT data into electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Communicate with vendors and service providers to ensure timely maintenance and support for POCT devices.
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss POCT-related issues and initiatives.
- Develop and deliver educational programs and materials on POCT principles, procedures, and best practices.
- Provide hands-on training and competency assessments for POCT operators.
- Stay informed about regulatory changes and industry trends related to POCT and disseminate relevant information to staff.
- Maintain accurate records of POCT activities, including test results, maintenance logs, and quality control data.
- Generate reports on POCT performance metrics, compliance status, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Prepare documentation for regulatory inspections and accreditation surveys.
