Point of Care Coordinator I

Benefits

We Offer Outstanding Benefits:

• Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
• $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
• Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
• Subsidized Gym Membership
• And much more!

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Join Our Mission as a Point of Care Coordinator I

Embark on a transformative journey with Legacy Community Health, a leading Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to advancing community health and wellness. Operating over 50 clinics across Houston, Baytown, Beaumont, and Deer Park, Legacy is at the forefront of delivering comprehensive healthcare services to diverse populations. Our innovative care model integrates services from adult primary care to HIV/AIDS management, pediatrics, OB/GYN, dental, vision, and behavioral health. As a Point of Care Coordinator I, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining our high standards for point of care testing across these dynamic environments.

Your expertise will drive the quality and compliance of lab testing, ensuring we meet the stringent demands of the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and other regulatory frameworks. This position is not just about managing laboratory operations—it's about directly impacting patient outcomes and community health.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate laboratory activities across all Legacy Community Health locations, including school-based clinics and outreach departments.
• Evaluate and enhance laboratory functioning, delivering insights to clinical operations leadership.
• Develop, revise, and implement laboratory policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.
• Conduct training for laboratory staff, ensuring adherence to best practices in laboratory testing and blood collection.
• Lead monthly site audits and provide detailed reports to executive leadership.
• Act as the primary contact for regulatory compliance and external inspections.
• Support OSHA compliance and training initiatives related to laboratory operations.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through quality standards, routine maintenance, and problem resolution.
• Oversee the Proficiency Testing (PT) Program for assigned sites, ensuring accurate test menus and CLIA certificate compliance.
• Provide diagnostic testing, staff training for specimen processing, and critical value reporting to clinicians.
• Foster a respectful and collaborative work environment, aligned with Legacy's mission and care coordination model.
• Ensure safety and compliance with exposure control plans and participate in ongoing education and safety training.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technician
• MLT(ASCP) / MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• CPR/BLS training is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of point of care and/or laboratory experience in a clinical laboratory setting is required.

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years.

With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way.

At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact.

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Core Employee Expectations

At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.

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