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Overview

Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the department leadership, executes quality control testing strategies on Versiti's blood supply to ensure regulatory requirements are met and manufactures platelet products according to operational standards. Enhances existing procedures and services with quality that exceeds customer expectations. Demonstrates the ability to take initiative, drive productivity, and build a collaborative environment.

Schedule : Wednesday - Saturday 8 PM to 6:30 AM

Total Rewards Package

Compensation The target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications. Benefits Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.

Responsibilities

Understands and performs laboratory activities to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements

Performs and evaluates quality control testing on blood products using hematology analyzers, pH meters, and WBC counting technologies

Performs blood product manufacturing on RBCs and PLTs

Maintains equipment by performing daily quality control and preventative maintenance

Performs testing on proficiency testing for CAP surveys

Labels blood products according to regulatory requirements

Accessions and packs blood donor sample tubes for infectious disease testing where applicable

Performs reconciliations, lot release and client sample release of infectious disease testing

Performs pathogen reduction production process on blood products, as applicable

Performs donor antigen testing and antibody titrations, as applicable

Conducts validation procedures to qualify new production processes

Assists in annual revisions of procedures

Supports trainers by coordinating and maintaining staff training and competencies

Maintains competencies in required tasks in Core Production and/or Hospital Services

Maintains equipment reagent inventory levels for daily laboratory operations

Delegates, monitors and motivates team members

Works in partnership with Leads and Supervisor to improve communication between management and employees

Works weekend, holiday rotations and on-call, as needed

Other duties, as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in biology or related science preferred

Associate's Degree in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology or other experience may be accepted by management required

Experience

1-3 years 1+ year of related work experience in a health care setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to read and interpret Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance instructions, and other department manuals required

Above average attention to detail and problem-solving skills required

Demonstrates sensitivity and seeks to understand customers’ perspective required

Ability to adjust work activities based on volume, priorities, and interruptions required

Flexibility to work independently and across the department required

Accountable to key performance indicators and department goals required

Tools and Technology

General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) required

Computer (desk top, lap top, tablet) required

Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required

Software systems (Blood Establishment Computer Systems, Title 21) required

Lab specific equipment, including, but not limited to: • Pipettes, Centrifuges, scales, tube sealers, welders • Freezers, refrigerators • Sysmex, ADAM, ABx, BacT/Alert, BDFACS Calibur required