Job Description

Location:
Laboratory Services
Saint John Regional Hospital ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
Language requirement:
English Essential
Schedule:
Position requires travel throughout Area 2, Subject to change due to operational requirements
Job Classification:
Medical Laboratory Technologist 3 (LT03)
Job Classification Type:
MSP
JOB PURPOSE
The Point of Care Coordinator is responsible for directing, organizing and supervising the point of care program for the zone laboratory service.
QUALIFICATION

• A Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science degree or a graduate of a school of Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Must be registered with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science and licensed and in good standing (a practicing member) with the New Brunswick Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists.
• Must have three years of related experience.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Point of Care Coordinator is responsible for:

• Developing, implementing and managing point of care programs for all divisions in the laboratory service
• Acting as a resource for point of care testing
• Developing, implementing and maintaining policies and procedures
• Developing and delivering orientation and training programs
• Ensuring the availability and appropriate use of supplies, materials and equipment
• Assisting in method/equipment evaluation and development

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizons Terms of Employment: http://skyline/EmploymentBenefits/Pages/Terms-of-your-Employment-.aspx
COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY THE CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE (2005)

• Safe Work Practices
• Data Collection and Specimen Procurement/Receipt
• Analysis of Specimens and Validation of Results
• Analytic Techniques
• Interpretation and Reporting of Results
• Quality Management
• Critical Thinking
• Applied Investigation
• Resource Management
• Communication and Interaction
• Professionalism

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK

• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizons
Interested? Apply Today!
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizons Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizons recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizons hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.