Blood Distribution/Core Process (FT) 1st

Versiti • Grand Rapids, MI

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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 schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with rotating weekend work every third weekend; schedule times are not flexible. Holiday rotations and on-call work may also be required as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or less 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.
• Organized, able to prioritize, and able to handle multiple tasks at one time.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule based on the volume and timing of blood collections.
• Ability to work independently with limited written or oral instruction.
• Understanding of military time.
• Ability to use general office equipment, including a computer, printer, fax, and copy machine.
• Ability to use Microsoft Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to use software systems including Blood Establishment Computer Systems and Title21.
• Ability to use laboratory equipment, including sealers, centrifuges, water baths, and scales.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture red blood cells (RBCs), fresh frozen plasma, and recovered plasma.
• Manufacture neonatal RBCs.
• Sterile-dock Pedipaks to platelet apheresis and neonatal RBCs.
• Perform leukoreduction of whole blood 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 productivity sufficient to help the department achieve production goals.
• Work weekend and holiday rotations and on-call shifts 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.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with a 7% dollar-for-dollar match.
• Voluntary programs.
• Discount programs.

What This Job Offers

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