Medical Technologist II, Point of Care

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POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Medical Director of POCT (point-of-care testing), the Point of Care Director, the Medical Technologist II, Point of Care will work with test site managers at BMC to assure adequate documentation and compliance with CAP, Joint Commission, and CLIA '88 regulations. Position : Medical Technologist II Department : Point of Care Testing Schedule : Full Time ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES : Responsible to maintain a current knowledge base of technical, clinical, and regulatory aspects of all commercially-available POCT methods, devices, and data management systems. Mastery of available POCT-related information resources should be obtained as a resource for BMC. Serves as a POCT consultant to BMC laboratory, test site managers, administration, and providers as deemed appropriate by the Medical Director of POCT. Participates in solving technical problems relating to established POCT methods, devices, procedures, or data management systems. Participates in monitoring the performance and evaluation of function checks, instrument maintenance, and test evaluations when indicated as part of troubleshooting for discrepant or unexpected results. Participates in the verification of test procedure performance characteristics prior to clinical use. Assists with timely completion, results evaluation, and appropriate corrective action for proficiency testing programs for all POCT tests. Participates in ensuring adequate documented initial training and competency assessment of all waived testing personnel involved in POCT at BMC. Assists test site managers from all BMC patient care units and managers in establishing and maintaining appropriate Quality Control documentation to verify regulatory compliance. Review adequacy of corrective action documentation for out-of-range QC events. Assists in maintaining an Inventory Control System to ensure use of exclusively approved validated methods and avoid the use of expired reagents and supplies. Reviews data management system during post analytic phase of POCT to ensure the results become part of the patient's medical record in an efficient, traceable, accurate, HIPPA-compliant, and timely manner. Demonstrates a commitment to continue self-development and scientific knowledge by maintaining continuing education and/or attending one scientific workshop per year. Participates in department Quality Assurance (QA) program with periodic ownership of section QA projects. Demonstrates reliability: Follows Medical Center departmental policies and procedures; demonstrates consistent attendance and punctuality at work and department meetings; and completes work assignments within assigned time frames. Cooperates and communicates with laboratory staff at BMC and members of other hospital departments, and other managers. Works with administrators, managers, supervisors, medical directors and staff to achieve common goals. Is concerned for patient welfare and is committed to the mission of BMC and its affiliations as necessary. Incorporates Boston Medical Center values into all undertakings. Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures. Performs other duties as assigned or as needed, including cross training for other laboratory sections to assist in times of emergency Must adhere to all of BMC's RESPECT behavioral standards. (The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required) JOB REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Medial Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science which includes successful completion of a supervised course of clinical internship in an approved hospital laboratory, or a Bachelor's degree in an applied science (Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry). Or equivalent combination of education and experience. PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: For those with a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, must have two years of experience in a clinical laboratory. If the Bachelor's Degree is in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science, then must have one year experience in clinical laboratory. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PREFERRE: Certification by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or National Credentialing Agency (NCA) or equivalent agency as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Technician, or specialty certification is preferred. Equivalent agency is defined as an agency that requires a degree in science from an accredited college or university with successful completion of an examination for certification. Such agencies include but are not limited to ASCP, American Medical Technologists (AMT), American Association