Point Of Care Testing Coord - Hartford - Per Diem

Job description

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...