Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You’ll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You’ll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together. Job Description Summary The Lab Point of Care Coordinator provides technical resources and daily directions to phlebotomists, nurses, and other healthcare colleagues regarding laboratory policies and procedures and regulatory requirements. The Lab Point of Care Coordinator assures quality testing and accurate test performance through operator training, competency assessment, equipment monitoring, equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, quality control review and proficiency testing at flagship hospital and day rehab locations. The Lab Point of Care Coordinator will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute. The Lab Point of Care Coordinator will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties. Job Description The Lab Point of Care Coordinator (POCC) will: Provides technical oversight for Point of Care testing performed throughout Shirley Ryan AbilityLab flagship and day rehab locations to meet/exceed accreditation standards. Ensure that the test systems are properly functioning. Maintains, troubleshoots and takes corrective action with equipment as needed. Works with nursing, physicians, employees and management as needed to ensure Point of Care testing is running efficiently and effectively. Develops and maintains teaching/training materials. Coordinate competency assessment. Develop and maintain competency assessment materials. Oversight of CLIA certificates/waivers at flagship hospital and day rehab locations. Provide primary support for on-site inspections and surveys. Participate in inspection readiness and tracer activities. Assist with the development, maintenance and control of laboratory policies and procedures. Review quality control for problem identification and troubleshooting. Assist with maintaining inventory and supplies for the Point of Care testing. Reporting Relationships Reports directly to the Manager of Laboratory Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Bachelor’s degree. A minimum of two years’ experience in clinical laboratory. Certified MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician) preferred. Demonstrated strong organizational skills with ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently or as part of a team. Strong attention to detail. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Knowledge of quality control, quality assurance principles and proficiency testing procedures. Demonstrated skill with electronic medical record and laboratory information system Knowledge of The Joint Commission, College of American Pathologists and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments regulations related to work area Demonstrated leadership skills. Working Conditions Normal laboratory environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature. Pay and Benefits*: Pay Range: $19.56 per hour - $33.43 per hour Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations:https://www.sralab.org/benefits *Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will vary based on applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Equal Employment Opportunity ShirleyRyan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.