Immunohematology Reference Lab - Central Seattle

Bloodworks Northwest • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

Are you a mission-driven Laboratory Leader with IRL experience? Then our Immunohematology Reference (IRL) Supervisor position may be a good fit for you! Key responsibilities include managing departmental staff and supervising key projects in accordance with established priorities and timelines. Coordinate quality review and management of errors, error correction, corrective actions, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) revisions, and validations associated with IRL processes. Provide technical expertise in IRL testing and the development and implementation of new methods, and, as needed, perform clinical laboratory testing.

Requirements

• Must qualify as General Supervisor, High Complexity Testing, under CLIA personnel requirements found in Subpart M of the Code of Federal Regulations.
• Certification as a Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of laboratory technical experience, with at least 2 years in immunohematology reference testing, is required (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Demonstrated expertise in immunohematology reference testing.
• Requires the Ability to comprehend the criticality of the testing being performed, as it relates to the blood components being prepared for transfusion or organs being transplanted. Includes a fundamental understanding of the financial value of the testing reagents, blood components being prepared, and the necessity to follow all regulatory rules and regulations (AABB, CFR, EU, CLIA, HIPAA, and State), including the FDA's "Good Manufacturing Practices".
• Required mental activities include continuous use of interpersonal skills, teamwork, customer service, decision-making, mentoring, problem analysis, independent judgment, and/or independent action, and the Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Must be able to prioritize activities effectively and to continuously re-prioritize to accommodate tight deadlines and a varying workload; must be able to work effectively under stress.
• Required physical activities include continuous hearing, talking, and handling.
• The Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds and the Ability to push up to 60 pounds are required.
• Significant manual dexterity is required to operate various instruments and to perform the required data entry.
• Must be capable of performing independent work with a high degree of accuracy.
• Functional proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) is preferred.
• A minimum of three years of laboratory supervisor or Lead experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of molecular techniques is preferred.
• Functional proficiency with Visio and MS Project applications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Frontline Staff.
• Ensure operations are Efficient and Customer Requirements are met.
• Assure Quality and Regulatory Standards are met.
• Operational Support

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled for 24+ hours per week are covered by medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with family coverage also available.
• Also able to participate in retirement plans (401a & 401b), consolidated paid leave program (4.8 – 6.8 weeks of time off accrued per year, based on length of service), subsidized transit program, and educational reimbursement.
• Candidates hired from outside of our service area may be eligible for a relocation assistance bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed