Lab POC Coordinator - OLGMC - PRN

Overview

At Ochsner Health, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference. 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.

• 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.

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

• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information; proficient with Windows-style applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and set priorities.
• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, nurses, physicians, management, other healthcare personnel and external contacts.
• Analytical skills to perform calculations, review data, and prepare reports.

• 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.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains 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.

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