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Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children's Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children's Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children's hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org .
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Position Summary
Accountable for the day to day technical operations of Point of Care Testing (POCT). Supports testing and staffing activities to ensure POCT meets quality and service expectations. Acts as a lab liaison among all areas of the hospital. Provides leadership in quality, safety and regulatory activities.
Knowledge of POCT instrumentation and implementation of POCT programs. Knowledge of POCT regulations and accreditation with regulatory agencies. NCA (CLS) certification or ASCP (MT) certification or BS degree in medical technology or related field with five years point of care experience required.
Experience:
* Previous experience in a health care setting.
* Previous clinical laboratory experience preferred.
* Minimum 3-5 years of point of care experience.
* Previous leadership experience preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Must be highly organized, efficient, and multifunctional.
* Demonstrated interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
* Knowledge of laboratory point of care equipment, instrumentation and terminology.
* Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards.
* Ability to lead teams and coach individuals.
The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.
In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.
Children's Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
