Senior Production Specialist - Hospital Services LAX

Versiti•LaCrosse, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive. Position Summary Under the direction of the department leadership, executes quality control testing strategies on Versiti's blood supply to ensure regulatory requirements are met and manufactures platelet products according to operational standards. Enhances existing procedures and services with quality that exceeds customer expectations. Demonstrates the ability to take initiative, drive productivity, and build a collaborative environment.

Requirements

Degree in Biology, Medical Laboratory Technology, or a related chemical, physical, or biological science is a plus
Related laboratory, production, or relevant industry experience is a plus
1+ year of related work experience is a plus; healthcare experience is a bonus
Ability to read and interpret Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance instructions, and other department manuals required
Above average attention to detail and problem-solving skills required
Demonstrates sensitivity and seeks to understand customers’ perspective required
Ability to adjust work activities based on volume, priorities, and interruptions required
Flexibility to work independently and across the department required
Accountable to key performance indicators and department goals required

Responsibilities

Checking in blood products and performing visual inspections
Importing/Exporting blood products
Packing and shipping blood products to our local hospitals
Packing and shipping recovered plasma
Communicating with hospitals regarding recalls, delays, order fulfillment, or substitutions
Monitoring our room and storage devices for temperature and motion acceptability
Dispatching orders and arranging for delivery by a transportation driver, Volunteer, hospital services cross-trained team member, courier, or state patrol
Conducts validation procedures to qualify new production processes
Assists in annual revisions of procedures
Supports trainers by coordinating and maintaining staff training and competencies
Maintains competencies in required tasks in Hospital Services
Delegates, monitors and motivates team members
Works in partnership with Leads and Supervisor to improve communication between management and employees
LAX/MARSH - rotates between hospital delivery responsibilities and Pharmacy duties, including inventory, order picking/ packing, returns and sample pick-ups
Serves as a subject matter expert and provies training and cross-training to team members
Provides excellent customer service to hospital partners and internal customers
Demonstrates leadership by providing guidance and support to team members and helping drive effective day-to-day operations
Participates in rotational on-call coverage, with assigned rotations inlcuding weekends and holidays, as needed
Other duties, as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards