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Under the direction of the Lab Operations Manager, POC and Point of Care Supervisor, the Medical Lab Scientist will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and accuracy of patient testing conducted outside the traditional laboratory setting. They will assist with the oversight of the daily operation of the Point of Care Testing program across various clinical departments and offsite practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting patient safety and efficient workflow.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Point of Care Testing (POCT) Program:

• Follow POCT policies, procedures, and guidelines in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Ensure Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay updated on relevant regulatory standards (e.g., CLIA, CAP, COLA, TJC) and ensure adherence to guidelines within the POCT program.

• Assist on maintaining adequate supply of materials for test procedures and manages inventory.

• Assist with regular audits, proficiency testing, and quality control measures to ensure accuracy and reliability of POCT results.

• Assist with preparation and maintain documentation for inspections, certifications, and accreditations related to POCT.

• Train and Educate Staff:

• Assist with conducting training programs for clinical staff involved in POCT, including operators and supervisors.

• Provide ongoing education to staff regarding new testing procedures, protocols, and safety guidelines.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and quality by promoting best practices and standardization in POCT.

• Monitor and Troubleshoot POCT:

• Monitor and analyze POCT results to identify any issues or discrepancies.

• Investigate and resolve technical problems or equipment malfunctions related to POCT devices.

• Collaborate and Communicate:

• Foster effective communication and collaboration with laboratory personnel, clinical departments, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of POCT into patient care.

• Serve as a resource for staff regarding POCT-related questions, troubleshooting, and best practices.

• Participates in planning and implementing change through participation in staff meetings, task forces or projects.

• Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, or in a physical, chemical, biological, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution. Copy of diploma must be provided.

• If MT or MLS not specified, must provide transcript.

• Foreign graduates require equivalency documentation.

• ASCP eligible

Experience/Skills Requirement

• Proven experience working in a clinical laboratory or healthcare setting, with a solid understanding of laboratory operations and regulatory compliance.

• Familiarity with relevant regulatory guidelines (e.g. CLIA, CAP) and accreditation processes.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various stakeholders and deliver training programs.

• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and quality in laboratory practices.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Travel between different sites is required.

  Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Documented training as defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)

• Non-degree semester hours in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical, or biological science will be evaluated as defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b) required

• ASCP eligible required

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology/ medical or clinical laboratory science preferred

• Associate’s degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology/ medical or clinical laboratory science and experience as defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b) preferred

• If major is not specified on diploma, transcript required

• If foreign degree, foreign equivalency documents required

• Minimum 2 years Blood Bank experience preferred, if applicable

• New MLS/ CLS/ MLT/ AAS graduates welcome!

  Work Environment:

• Able to work using critical thinking skills, decisive judgment

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision

• Able to work in a dynamic environment

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ABOUT US

At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

• Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ

• Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ

• Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ

• Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ

• Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ

• Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ

• CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ

• Atlantic Home Care and Hospice

• Atlantic Mobile Health

• Atlantic Rehabilitation

We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.

We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:

• 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years

• Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare

• 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare

• 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review

• Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP

• Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)

• One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine

• One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine

• Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets

• NJ Sustainable Business

Morristown Medical Center is a nationally-recognized leader in cardiology and heart surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, geriatrics, gastroenterology and GI surgery, pulmonology and lung surgery, and urology.

We are the only hospital in New Jersey named one of America's '50 Best Hospitals' for six consecutive years by Healthgrades and one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek. We were included on Becker's Healthcare 2020 list of "100 Great Hospitals in America". In addition, Leapfrog recognized us with an "A" hospital safety grade - its highest - twelve consecutive times, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded us again with its highest five-start rating in 2020.

Morristown Medical Center is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service, the highest level of recognition achievable from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for facilities that provide acute care services. Our nonprofit hospital was also designated a Level I Regional Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons and a Level II by the State of NJ.

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