Point of Care Testing and Quality Care Coordinator FT MF 2nd Posting

at  Weeneebayko Area Health Authority

HEALTH AUTHORITY

19 Hospital Drive
P.O. Box 664
Moose Factory, ON
P0L 1W0
Canada
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 2nd Posting
T: 705-658-4544
Title: Point of Care Testing and Quality Coordinator W: www.waha.ca
Division: Patient Care
Location: Moose Factory
Reports to: Director of Clinical Resources
Status: Permanent Full-time
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is seeking experienced candidates to fill the key role of Point of Care
Testing and Quality Coordinator.
Who We Are
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is the leading health care provider on the western James Bay coast.
WAHA comprises of hospitals in Moose Factory, Fort Albany, and Attawapiskat, with a Health Centre in Moosonee.
WAHA also provides regional outpatient programs, as well as Paramedicine services in Moose Factory, Moosonee,
Fort Albany, Kashechewan, Attawapiskat, and Peawanuck. The span of services, complexity of care needs in the
region, and the depth of health integration has made WAHA a leader and a model of health care services in Northern
Ontario. WAHA consists of 450 employees, a Physician team, many students, as well as community stakeholders. It
is affiliated with Queens University an offers many educational opportunities for current and prospective team
members.

Who You Are

• Flexible and able to adapt to quickly changing environments
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and strong prioritization skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven customer service skills

Who You Are

Quality Management Coordinator

• Oversees the laboratory quality management functions in compliance with the IQMH process
• Develops and monitors goals, objectives and action plans of the quality management system
• Coordinates performance improvement, risk management, incident management and corrective actions

activities

• Participates in regional initiatives that support quality laboratory services
• Ensures service expectations are being met

Point of Care Coordinator

• Provides technical oversight for Point of Care testing performed throughout WAHA to meet/exceed

accreditation standards

• Ensures POC testing is running efficiently and effectively
• Develops and coordinates training and competency assessments
• Review quality control for problem identification and troubleshooting.
• Develop and oversee validation/verification studies for new instruments, methods and tests
• Assist with maintaining inventory and supplies for the POC testing
• Participate in inspection readiness and tracer activities for appropriate regulatory and accreditation agencies

What You Bring

• Graduate from a recognized Medical Laboratory Technology Program
• Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist of Ontario (CMLTO) registration is an asset
• Experience in a laboratory setting is required
• Requires annual mandatory certificates in Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS),

Hand Washing and Non-Violent Crisis Prevention

• Ability to communicate in the local native Cree language is an asset

Join our Team
The successful candidate must provide a valid Criminal Record Check within a specified time frame. Please apply in
writing, providing three recent work references, quoting Competition #2024-206 to:
Human Resources
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority
P.O. Box 664

Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0

• Resumes can be emailed to jobs@waha.ca or faxed to 705-658-4917
• For more information contact the HR team by email above
• Only those selected for an interview will be contacted
• This position will remain open till filled
• Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Weeneebayko Area Health Authority, all new hires must

have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code
and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.
Reposted August 20, 202

Please refer the Job description for details