Blood Distribution/Core Process (FT) 1st

Versiti, Inc. • Grand Rapids, MI

3d

About The Position

Under the direction of department leadership, prepares quality biological blood components within prescribed timeframes and in accordance with regulatory and operational standards specified in Standard Operating Procedures and departmental procedures. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with rotating weekend coverage every third weekend; the stated schedule times are not flexible. Weekend and holiday rotations and on-call work may also be required as needed.

The role manufactures and processes a range of blood products, performs equipment checks and quality control, follows product storage procedures, labels products to regulatory and inventory requirements, and supports department production goals. It also requires maintaining accurate documentation and complying with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Ability to read, interpret, and write documents such as operating forms, operating and maintenance instructions, and department manuals.
• Above-average attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions.
• Computer aptitude and data-entry skills.
• Ability to manage interruptions in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to organize work to support productive workflow in component manufacturing.
• Flexibility to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks at one time.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule as required based on blood-collection volume and timing.
• Ability to work independently with limited written or oral instruction.
• Understanding of military time.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture Red Blood Cells (RBCs), Fresh Frozen Plasma, and Recovered Plasma.
• Manufacture Neonatal RBCs and sterile-dock Pedipaks to Platelet Apheresis and Neonatal RBCs.
• Perform leukoreduction of Whole Bloods and RBCs.
• Manufacture Cryoprecipitate, Pooled Cryoprecipitate, and Cryo Reduced Plasma.
• Label products to meet regulatory and inventory requirements.
• Manufacture additional specialty products as needed by the customer base.
• Follow procedures for proper storage of RBCs, platelet products, and frozen products.
• Perform and document equipment function checks and quality control as required.
• Maintain a level of productivity that allows the department to achieve production goals.
• Work weekend and holiday rotations and on-call as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible full-time regular employees.
• Paid time off and holidays for eligible full-time regular employees.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance for eligible full-time regular employees.
• Life insurance for eligible full-time regular employees.
• 401(k) with a 7% dollar-for-dollar match for eligible full-time regular employees.
• Voluntary programs and discount programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED