Point of Care Testing Coordinator

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana. CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "Find Jobs" report. Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Full time Department: CC094071 Lab Summary: Responsible for the overall coordination and oversight of all AC Point of Care Testing activities. Includes selection of appropriate instrumentation or test methodology, developing and maintaining an appropriate quality assurance program, monitoring testing and QA processes including recording and reporting of results, ensuring program compliance with applicable regulations, ensuring a safe working environment, identification of appropriate staff to perform testing, and training and competency testing of testing personnel. Additional Information: Required Education: Bachelor's Degree Recommended Education: Required Work Experience: Related Field - 5 years of experience Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: Medical Technologist (MT-AMT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT), Medical Technologist (MT-ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology, Medical Technologist (MT-NCA) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Recommended Certifications: Description 1. Researches, evaluates and recommends instrumentation, testing systems and testing development opportunities then leads implementation and troubleshoot issues. 2. Serves as Technical Consultant and as liaison with the federal government and accrediting bodies. 3. Reviews procedures/on site testing for safety guidelines and appropriate personal protective devices. 4. Maintains knowledge of connectivity. 5. Implements proficiency testing and quality control program. 6. Coordinates instrument calibration verification, linearity checks, other periodic instrument function checks, instrument maintenance, and reviews of data. 7. Develops and maintains written policies and procedures. 8. Develops performance improvement plans and reporting. 9. Reviews QC and testing records, performance reports, and documented corrective actions, proficiency testing activities and distributes proficiency materials maintains appropriate training and competency testing. 10. Performs computer functions including reports/graphs. 11. Coordinates Point of Care Testing and makes on site rounds. 12. Performs other duties as assigned. Arkansas Children’s is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action. Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow. Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state. “Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager “Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst “We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator “Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant “When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant