Blood Bank Supervisor - Clinical Laboratory

Trinity Health • Muskegon, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Blood Bank Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the blood bank across all shifts. Coordinates inventory, reviewing of quality control values, and maintenance records. Coordinates and oversees department training and competencies, instrument operation and maintenance, and maintains department policies and procedures. Responsible for coaching, counseling, evaluation of MLT/MLS that work within the department. Responsible for coordinating competency in testing and assures testing meets the accreditation requirements from the College of American Pathologists (CAP), CLIA, and TJC.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in science or health related field, with lab internship.
• Must have American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Certification or equivalent.
• Experience in coordinating people in the performance of testing and be able to troubleshoot instruments or testing devices.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum five years of blood bank experience preferred.
• One to three-year(s) experience of overseeing staff, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates the day-to-day activities in the department, within parameters delegated by the Lab Manager, to assure quality test results are delivered to providers.
• Coordinates the day to day department testing within the hospital.
• Ensures that staff follow proper procedures to maintain patient safety.
• Consults with nursing to investigate and follow up on patient safety issues.
• Oversees department training to deliver the best possible training to operators.
• Assures an adequate inventory of all reagents, quality control, and supplies.
• Collaborates with the Lab Manager to develop, write, revise and implement departmental policies, procedures and protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level