Point of Care Testing Specialist

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

April 21, 2025

Department:

72346301 United Lab

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• Position will be based out of United Hospital - It will also provide support to regional hospitals, including United Hospital Hastings Regina Campus, River Falls, Owatonna, Faribault, and New Ulm
• Full time position
• 8-hour, day shifts
• No scheduled weekends

Job Description:

Provides oversight of the development, implementation, quality management, training, and competency processes of point of care laboratory testing performed by nurses and laboratory staff. Maintains regulatory compliance, quality improvement, evaluation of point of care testing menus, and monitoring of established programs. May be a document owner of technical procedures, forms, and misc. documents. Functions as site lab liaison to the system Technical Specialist. CLIA Role: Testing Personnel Moderate complexity testing Testing Personnel High Complexity testing.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Supports and serves as the technical resource liaison for Point of Care testing (POCT) across departments.
  • Maintains par levels of supplies on each unit supported.
  • Provides preventive and corrective maintenance and annual safety and calibration checks on laboratory equipment.
  • Provides a system for backup methods.
  • Supports evaluation, selection, and implementation of new technology and equipment at the direction of the Technical Specialist.
  • Assists with development, implementation, and regular review of procedures and policies.
• Communicates on behalf of the Lab as the POCT representative.
  • Fosters communication between laboratory and non-laboratory departments.
  • Participates in departmental and system wide initiatives.
  • May perform POCT testing to support validation efforts and interface maintenance.
  • Works collaboratively in dealing with laboratory procedural, technical, and customer service issues outside of the lab.
• Maintains quality, regulatory, safety, education, and competency requirements.
  • Ensures all procedures/policies are up to date, and meet regulatory & compliance requirements.
  • Oversees and ensures employee POCT training documents and competencies meet regulatory requirements.
  • Ensures compliance with all federal regulations including CAP, OSHA, COLA, CLIA, and HIPAA.
  • Participates in the training of employees and students.
  • Assists in the Direct Observations of staff for annual competency program.
• Assists with selection and implementation of new POCT technologies.
  • Stays up to date and knowledgeable on new POCT technologies.
  • Assists Technical Specialist with change management.
  • Writes technical procedures, forms, misc. documents, method validation, and implementation.
• CLIA defined responsibilities:
  • § 493.1425 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities. Moderate complexity.
  • § 493.1495 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related science from an accredited institution
• 5 to 7 years of experience in a high complexity hospital laboratory
• CLIA defined Qualifications: § 493.1423 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications
• CLIA defined Qualifications: § 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications
• CLIA defined Qualifications: § 493.1491 Technologist qualifications on or before February 28, 1992

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) required by a recognized agency such as ASCP, AMT, or NCA in specialty area incumbent will be working upon hire

Physical Demands:

• Light Work:
• Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range:

Pay Range: $34.83 to $47.74 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary:

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.