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Community Health Systems

Las Cruces, NMFull-timeSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
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Location
Las Cruces, NM
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

MLS CertificationApplicable State LicenseBachelor's degree

Job overview

The Point of Care Test (POCT) Coordinator oversees point-of-care testing across the facility, ensuring regulatory compliance, quality control, staff training, and competency assessment. The role maintains analyzers and testing documentation, monitors results, supports audits, and collaborates with clinical departments and vendors to promote accurate, reliable, and timely testing.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

POCT Device OperationCalibrationDevice MaintenanceCLIA RegulationsCAP RegulationsTJC RegulationsStaff TrainingCompetency AssessmentCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingTime ManagementCommunicationCollaborationLaboratory Quality AssuranceRegulatory StandardsComputer LiteracyLaboratory Information SystemsHospital Information Systems

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology1+ Years POCT Experience1+ Years Laboratory Quality Control ExperienceMLS CertificationApplicable State License

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Point of Care

  • Full Time

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Pet Insurance

  • 401(k) with Match

  • Competitive Salary

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • 100% Licensure/Certification Reimbursement

  • Tuition Reimbursement

Job Summary

The Point of Care Test (POCT) Coordinator is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and continuous improvement of point-of-care testing across the facility. This role ensures regulatory compliance, quality control, training, and competency assessments for non-laboratory staff performing POCT. The POCT Coordinator collaborates with departments to maintain accurate, reliable, and timely testing while ensuring adherence to established clinical laboratory standards and policies.

Essential Functions

  • Oversees and coordinates the implementation and maintenance of point-of-care testing (POCT) in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

  • Develops, evaluates, and maintains quality control and quality assurance programs for POCT, including calibration, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.

  • Operates, verifies, and maintains point-of-care analyzers, ensuring proper function and documentation.

  • Trains and assesses the competency of non-laboratory personnel performing POCT, maintaining training records and documentation per regulatory standards.

  • Reviews and monitors POCT results for accuracy and quality, investigating discrepancies and reporting abnormal findings when necessary.

  • Maintains and updates policies, procedures, and documentation to reflect current POCT regulations and accreditation standards.

  • Acts as a liaison with POCT vendors for equipment support, maintenance, and upgrades.

  • Compiles and submits POCT metrics and performance data to laboratory leadership.

  • Supports internal and external audits related to POCT and ensures ongoing readiness for inspections.

  • Collaborates with clinical departments to ensure proper test utilization, workflow efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology required

  • 1-3 years of experience performing or coordinating point-of-care testing required

  • 1-2 years of experience with laboratory quality control programs required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Proficient in POCT device operation, calibration, and maintenance

  • Strong understanding of CLIA, CAP, TJC, and other applicable regulations related to POCT

  • Ability to train and assess competency of non-laboratory clinical staff

  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management skills

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work across departments

  • Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance practices and regulatory standards

  • Computer literacy and ability to navigate laboratory and hospital information systems

Licenses and Certifications

  • MLS - Medical Lab Scientist (Formally MT Certification) issued by ASCP, AMT, AAB , or equivalent required

  • State license where applicable required

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,178 open Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$71–122K/yr36 salary ranges
  • US median$30–47/hr517 hourly ranges
Openings
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Medical Laboratory Scientist postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (408 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 541 of the 1,178 open Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs (46%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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