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The Point of Care technologist is a medical laboratory scientist who is responsible for assisting with the coordination and oversight of hospital Point of Care Testing (POCT) (waived and non-waived) in accordance with regulations.. In non-licensure states, must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT unless grandfathered per state requirement. Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical, biological sciences, or related field.. Maintains current analyzer ongoing validation, correlation, troubleshooting and maintenance.. May assess competencies according to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulstions.

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**All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:** - Benefits from Day One - Paid Days Off from Day One - Career Development **Our promise to you:** Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better. **Schedule:** Full Time (40 hours per week) **Shift** : Mon – Fri, 7:00a – 3:30p, Weekend Call – Approx once every 13 weeks Rotating Holidays **The community you’ll be caring for:** **Location:** 601 E. Rollins St., Orlando, FL 32801 · · Located on a lush tropical campus, our flagship hospital, 1,368-bed AdventHealth Orlando · serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America · AdventHealth Orlando houses one of the largest Emergency Departments and largest cardiac catheterization labs in the country · We are already one of the busiest hospitals in the nation, providing service excellence to more than 32,000 inpatients and 125,000 outpatients each year **The role you’ll contribute:** The Point of Care technologist is a medical laboratory scientist who is responsible for assisting with the coordination and oversight of hospital Point of Care Testing (POCT) (waived and non-waived) in accordance with regulations. Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. **The xpertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed** **:** **Minimum Qualifications:** **_LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION:_** REQUIRED: • In licensure states, Laboratory Licensure in appropriate specialty(ies) for the department or location assignmentas applicable to the state-OR – • In non-licensure states, must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT unless grandfathered per state requirement **_EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:_** REQUIRED: • Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical, biological sciences, or related field. **Preferred Qualifications:** · **Two years of technical experience including a minimum of one year in a POCT environment** Strong organizational skills. · Ability and willingness to work independently as well as in a team environment · Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays if the need arises; on-call hours may also be required.• Knowledge of POC and laboratory rules and regulations · Ability to communicate effectively with non-lab departments. · Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational english **·** **Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office** **The value you’ll bring to the team:** Maintains self-competencies required to help oversee the POCT program.• Ensures all testing personnel have required training and competency assessment maintained and appropriately documented.• Serves as teacher, coach, and mentor for Point of Care testing clinicians.• Participates in the evaluation of new POC instrumentation and procedures. Assists with data collection and special projects, as assigned. Assists in the documentation and submission of required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics/reports.• Maintains current analyzer ongoing validation, correlation, troubleshooting and maintenance. • Follows laboratory policies and procedures; provides input on POCT policies and procedures. • Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities.• Adheres to hospital and laboratory regulatory requirements.• Helps prepare and maintain documentation for laboratory accreditation for ongoing inspection readiness.• Participates in inventory control and supply stocking.• Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students as needed, under the direction of the lab leadership. May act as a preceptor when teaching new staff and students when assigned. Appropriately documents orientation and training of new employees and medical technology students. • Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. • Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of POC department.• May assess competencies according to Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) regulstions. **·** **Maintains quality controls practices in the Laboratory.** **·** **Performs other duties as assigned** This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location. **Category:** Laboratory **Organization:** AdventHealth Orlando **Schedule:** Full-time **Shift:** 1 - Day **Req ID:** 24017777 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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