Supervisor Point of Care - Quality Assurance

The Point of Care and Quality Assurance Supervisor is responsible for coordinating all point of care testing across inpatient units and hospital-owned clinics. This includes ensuring compliance with manufacturer instructions, CLIA regulations, and Joint Commission standards. The role focuses on maintaining high-quality testing through training, equipment oversight, quality control, and proficiency testing. Additionally, the supervisor oversees the laboratory's quality assurance initiatives, ensuring alignment with performance indicators and regulatory requirements. Communicate clearly and respectfully with all stakeholders to support effective operations and information sharing. Provide field training on point of care testing for inpatient and outpatient sites. Conduct audits and oversight to ensure continuity and accuracy in patient care testing. Promote a team-oriented culture by sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues. Represent the laboratory on interdepartmental committees and working groups. Collaborate with leadership on continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure laboratory policies and procedures comply with all regulatory and accrediting standards. Monitor laboratory quality metrics and recommend improvements to prevent disruptions in patient care. Use oral, written, and electronic information to make sound decisions and document appropriately. Oversee quality management and accreditation activities, including responses to inspection findings. Education Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science from an accredited program. Alternatively, a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Chemistry, or related field with equivalent training and experience (including military). Experience Minimum of five years as a Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Preferred:

Three years in a supervisory role in a laboratory or medical setting. Licensure and Certification ASCP certification or equivalent nationally recognized certification required. Must meet CLIA standards for high complexity testing personnel as outlined in 42CFR493.1489. Strong knowledge of laboratory operations, regulatory standards, and quality control principles. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and hospital EMR systems. Effective written and verbal communication skills for leadership, scheduling, evaluations, and feedback. Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role. Happy to Help At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.