Point Of Care Testing Coord

Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job – it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.

The Point of Care Testing Coordinator develops, implements, coordinates and maintains programs to ensure the maintenance of safety and quality standards for Point of Care testing (POCT) throughout all Connecticut Children's Medical Center and Connecticut Children's Specialty Group (CCSG) locations. The employee inspects quality control processes that are in place and ensures the competency of employees who conduct tests. The coordinator maintains appropriate records and updates policies under the direction of the CLIA's Medical Director(s).

Quality control: Establishes, monitors and oversees POCT quality control/quality assurance programs. Conducts on-site inspection of POCT equipment and documentation; audits logs for accuracy and completeness; and inspects for compliance with existing policies. Maintains a user directory of all staff performing tests.

Clinical Competency: Ensures that all personnel who perform POCT are deemed competent prior to the first test and on a 6 month and/or annual basis as required; maintains a process to identify future personnel in need of testing and to remediate as needed.

Clinical Policy/Procedures: In cooperation with and under the direction of the laboratory leadership and Medical Director:

• Reviews POCT policies to ensure they reflect best practices.
• Drafts proposed policies for new processes, new testing and equipment
• Educates staff on policies and updates policies as directed
• Investigates, procures and disseminates information regarding manufacturer guidelines and federal, Joint Commission and DPH regulations.
• Reviews policies and procedures annually.

Procedure Development and Oversight:

• Ensures that procedures developed and approved by Laboratory Leadership and POCT Medical Director(s) are followed in all locations
• Specifically assists in the development of, and trains staff on, new procedures as needed.
• Selects and evaluates new POC devices and tests for accuracy and precision, cost, ease of use, etc.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensures POCT processes meets or exceeds requirements as established by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) and other applicable federal and state regulations, including the Joint Commission and DPH. Prepares the organization for the biannual Joint Commission and DPH site survey for POCT. Maintains all records required for regulatory and compliance surveys.

Inventory Management: Works collaboratively with Connecticut Children's Medical Center's Supply Chain to ensure that an adequate stock of supplies is maintained, quality controlled if required, and stored properly throughout all Hospital and CCSG locations. Disperses controls at required defined intervals throughout all Hospital and CCSG locations.

Equipment Maintenance: Orders, validates, maintains, and troubleshoots all POCT instrumentation throughout Hospital and CCSG locations, ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations.

Demonstrates knowledge of the population-specific differences and needs of patients in appropriate, specific populations from neonate through adolescence and applies them to practice. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and co-workers. Demonstrates support for the mission.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required:

Education: Associate's Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical standard laboratory experience

License/Certification: ASCP or equivalent certification

Preferred:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry

Experience:

Prior experience with quality control and inspection

Experience conducting competency testing or serving as a preceptor

License/Certification: Certification in Point of Care Testing