Lab Coordinator FSER

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Lab Coordinator FSER 

The FSER Coordinator / POC Coordinator / Point of Care Coordinator supervises and provides guidance and administration of Point-of-Care testing under the direction of the division administrative and medical directors to meet patient care and regulatory agency requirements for the freestanding emergency departments (FSER) and facilities. Works with facility and department leaders to monitor performance, collect and evaluate performance data, develop corrective action plans, and assist in the training and education of personnel regarding Point-of-Care activities. Supports the department in achieving department goals for service, quality, regulatory compliance, financial performance, patient satisfaction, healthy work environment, and integration of intra and inter-departmental activities. 

What you will do in this role:

• Proficient with information system computer functions relative to job duties. 
• Reviews proficiency testing and/or quality assurance and performance data and results and works with FSERs and facility POC departments to develop corrective action plans, where indicated 
• Consistently completes all required records/documentation pertaining to quality assurance and/or point-of-care testing records. 
• Demonstrates the ability to use good judgment and independent thinking in the correlation and interpretation of patient results. 
• Monitors accreditation agency licensure status and assists department director in preparing licensure and renewal paperwork (CAP, CLIA, AHCA, business license, etc). 
• Works with regulatory agencies and HCA legal resources to ensure that licensure documentation is completed as required. 
• Prepares annual program for Quality Control, Quality Assurance and Regulatory compliance under the guidance of the Department director 
• Prepares annual assessment of Quality Control, Quality Assurance and Regulatory performance for assigned division. Assists Division Administrative and Medical Directors in reviewing performance data and identifying corrective actions 
• Assures that equipment is operated correctly and periodic maintenance is performed according to schedule. 
• Monitors the utilization of point-of-care reagents and supplies appropriately. 
• Provides ongoing education of the quality assurance and point-of-care testing programs in cooperation with other departments where indicated. Maintains education and development appropriate for position. 
• Acts as a resource regarding point-of-care testing, quality control, quality assurance and regulatory affairs 
• Prepares, organizes and presents performance information for appropriate meetings in a timely manner. 
• Participates in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of point-of-care testing equipment in support of facility service needs.

 What Qualifications you will need:

• Ability to interact with colleagues in a team environment, promoting a harmonious and cooperative working environment. 
• Demonstrates excellent customer service practices in all interactions. 
• Effectively communicate with all personnel to exchange accurate and timely technical information. 
• Has 3+ years’ experience in applicable area with high proficiency in concepts of point of care and quality assurance and may have some administrative oversight of area. 
• Follows safety policies and procedures 
• Protects sensitive and confidential information by actively participating in the Privacy & Security Awareness program 
• Adheres to company policies and standards regarding security 
• Completes assigned courses and training on an annual basis 
• Provides coverage during disasters 

EDUCATION:  

• 4 Year/Bachelor’s Degree in a biologic or chemical science 

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: 

• Supervisor’s License required (FL) 
• National Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist required; MT (ASCP)

EXPERIENCE: 

• 3 years required 
• 1-3 years in a clinical laboratory setting with quality assurance and/or point of care testing preferred

Benefits

HCA Florida Capital Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Healthcare Laboratory Services is a full-service provider of clinical laboratory and anatomic pathology services, providing hospitals, physicians, and clients with timely diagnostic information for patient care. Our infrastructure includes a fully automated esoteric core laboratory in Fort Lauderdale, a histology and microbiology operation in Largo, Florida, and a network of hospital-based rapid-response laboratories present in four HCA Healthcare divisions in Florida. Our core laboratories support more than 250 acute and rehab hospitals, physician practices, surgery centers, and commercial accounts.

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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Lab Coordinator FSER opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!

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