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Position Title: Ambulatory Lab POC, Safety and Quality Coordinator (MLS) Full Time DaysLocation: Knoxville, TNReq ID: JR103533Job Type: Full timeDescription: BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB Under the general supervision of the Primary Care Director, oversees and maintains Point Of Care Testing (waived testing) performed throughout the Ambulatory setting, including Urgent Care locations. This includes but is not limited to the review of quality control with corrective action, procedure development/review, instrumentation assessment/maintenance, and research of test methodologies. Assists with communication of test results to patients, physicians, and employees and assists with proficiency programs. Follows all laboratory, ambulatory and hospital policies and procedures related to point-of-care testing, specimen collections, quality control, result verifications, reporting procedures, infection control, maintenance, lab and public safety, etc. Performs other duties as assigned. REPORTS TO Director, Primary Care JOB REQUIREMENTS Supervisory Responsibilities: NO Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree Required Degree: Degree in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science from an accredited college or certificate as a Medical Technologist by HEW examination License/Certification Required: Certification as MLS or MT by ASCP, AMT or AAB Minimum Work Experience: 2-4 years medical laboratory experience is required. Related laboratory experience preferred REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Strong organizational skillsSelf-motivator and able to make independent decisionsKnowledge of laboratory testing and specimen collection requirementsKnowledge of point of care testing preferred DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Working under the direction of the Primary Care Director, performs duties effectively: Oversees all aspects of point-of-care testing in the Ambulatory setting, including primary care, specialty care and urgent care locations. Trains clinical staff in the operation and implementation of testing and equipment adhering to manufacturer's procedures and accrediting agency, state and federal regulations. Monitors and maintains equipment to ensure quality standards are met. Audits and closely monitors all incident reports, quality control reports, and operator/testing concerns.Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures: Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens. Organizes workload for maximum efficiency in order to complete tests being performed. Accurately performs tests as requested on specimens received.Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures: Reports results for stats, abnormals, critical values, and other categories of special requests as defined by laboratory and ambulatory policy. Documents special handling required for test results that meet outlying (established) criteria.Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor: Performs appropriate quality control for the test procedure. Accurately analyzes and evaluates QC results obtained before accepting and reporting patient test results. Record results obtained for quality control testing as defined in the test procedure.Oversees performance of daily, weekly, monthly or as needed, maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate.Performs and documents calibration of equipment as required.Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents, and patient specimens when problems occur. Notifies the supervisor if unable to solve the problem.Completes work assignments on time/readily accepts assignments. Produces consistent quality results while maintaining a large quantity of work.Meets deadlines and turn-around times for test results, preventative maintenance.Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families,