Job Description
COORD-POINT OF CARE TESTING
Summary COORDINATOR - POINT OF CARE TESTING
Location:
LifeBridge Health Department:
Laboratory Services Position Summary The Coordinator - Point of Care Testing (POCT) oversees all aspects of point-of-care testing across LifeBridge Health campuses and physician office practices. This role ensures regulatory compliance, quality assurance, staff competency, and effective management of POCT systems, instruments, and inventory while supporting performance improvement initiatives and supervising Point of Care Testing staff. Key Responsibilities Ensure compliance with DHMH, TJC, CLIA, and CAP standards related to quality control, test performance, operator competency, and documentation. Review CAP self-inspection checklists and TJC waived testing requirements. Participate in CAP inspections and TJC tracer teams . Oversee POCT training, competency testing, quality control, and inventory management. Manage implementation of new instruments and tests, including selection, vendor coordination, validations, and documentation. Analyze performance data and coordinate improvement initiatives for POCT and Nursing departments. Supervise Technical Specialist - Point of Care Testing staff and serve as a resource for POCT best practices and compliance. Qualifications Required Experience 3-5 years of relevant laboratory or POCT experience Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science Preferred Skills Knowledge of CLIA, CAP, TJC, and DHMH regulations Experience with laboratory instrumentation and quality systems Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Why LifeBridge Health Join a collaborative healthcare team committed to quality, innovation, and exceptional patient care across the LifeBridge Health system. Additional Information Who We Are:
LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care. What We Offer:
Impact:
Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients. Growth :
Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification. Support:
A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license. Benefits :
Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs. Why LifeBridge Health? With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY
—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.
