Coordinator Stem Cell Lab - Laboratory Services Ancillary - Roper Hospital
About The Position
The Stem Cell Lab Coordinator performs hematopoietic stem cell product collection, modification, processing, and cryopreservation according to established procedures and protocols. Processing may include plasma depletion, red blood cell depletion, buffy coat preparation, density-separated cell preparation, hematopoietic cell cultures, and cellular subset depletion or purging. The role also performs routine and stat testing in the Blood Bank Laboratory and maintains records covering the collection, content, and cryopreservation of peripheral blood stem cells and bone marrow. The coordinator maintains quality control and performance improvement activities, including component testing, laboratory control procedures, supply and reagent management, equipment maintenance, and safety checks. The role develops and maintains policies, procedures, and a detailed Standard Operating Procedure Manual for the bone marrow processing facility in accordance with FAHCT, CAP, and AABB standards. The Bone Marrow Transplantation Program Medical Director serves as the Bone Marrow Processing Facility Medical Director. The position works variable hours depending on collections, usually 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with later hours and weekends possible. It requires on-call availability by beeper 24 hours a day for emergencies, as well as weekend or holiday work when department needs require it. The role involves direct or indirect patient-care responsibilities and requires knowledge and skills appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Requirements
- Associate degree required.
- Minimum of two years of experience as a medical technologist required.
- Current registration in Medical Technology with the American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or the National Credentialing Agency (NCA); experience may be accepted in lieu of certification requirements.
- Knowledge of the bone marrow transplantation process and bone marrow stem cell processing, including bone marrow processing, blood bank, hematology laboratory, and institutional standards of care.
- Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures and common safety precautions.
- Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions; prepare and maintain records; and write reports.
- Ability to use office equipment, including telephones, computer terminals and databases, and copiers.
- Ability to use clinical equipment, including a cell washing machine, microscope, cell counter, centrifuges, and nitrogen blood freezers.
- Ability to maintain performance improvement standards, analyze situations, apply critical thinking, and respond calmly and effectively in emergencies.
- Ability to communicate assertively and professionally and collaborate with other disciplines.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served, including knowledge of lifespan growth and development and the ability to assess and interpret patient-status information.
Nice To Haves
- Bone marrow processing laboratory experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Biology.
- Master’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Perform hematopoietic stem cell product collection, manipulation, and cryopreservation according to established standard operating procedures and relevant protocols.
- Perform product modification, including plasma depletion, red blood cell depletion, buffy coat preparation, density-separated cell preparation, hematopoietic cell cultures, and cellular subset depletion or purging as defined by protocols.
- Perform routine and stat testing in the Laboratory in accordance with written policies and procedures.
- Maintain quality control and performance improvement processes, including component testing, laboratory control procedures, and supply and reagent management.
- Perform routine safety checks and preventive maintenance on instruments daily, monthly, or as needed, and complete them promptly.
- Develop and implement bone marrow processing facility policies and procedures in compliance with FAHCT, CAP, and AABB standards.
- Establish performance improvement procedures and document conformity of the bone marrow processing operation with applicable standards.
- Establish and maintain a detailed Standard Operating Procedure Manual for the bone marrow processing facility.
- Maintain a computerized database of specified details regarding collection, content, and cryopreservation of peripheral blood stem cells and bone marrow.
- Maintain collaboration with individuals in other bone marrow transplant programs and pursue academic collaboration as appropriate.
- Collaborate with local, state, national, and international organizations consistent with the goals of the bone marrow transplant program.
- Keep abreast of new developments and techniques in stem cell graft engineering.
- Be available by beeper 24 hours a day for emergencies and take call or work weekends and holidays based on departmental needs.
- Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
