Description Summary:To supervise the daily operations of the Blood Bank section of the laboratory to ensureuninterrupted workflow, availability of appropriate blood products in a timely fashion,accurate and timely results and maintain improved customer satisfaction.Responsibilities:1.Under the Medical Director and Administrative Specialist, supervises the daily operations of assigned section toinsure quality service & customer satisfaction.2.Provides input in employee selection. Mentors and supervises Blood Bank staff; evaluates staff performance &competency. Oversees their educational development.3.Ensures section compliance with all reg. requirements actively by reviewing publications/standards. Prepares,submits annual Blood Establishment & Product Listing to FDA.4.Reports on-line blood product deviations or fatalities to FDA; reports bio-vigilance data monthly on line to CDC.5.Coordinates section participation in approved proficiency programs as required by regulatory agencies.6.Develops and implements new procedures/policies. Reviews/revises all policies & procedures at least annually.7.Researches and analyses new processes, vendors, blood/tissue suppliers, equipment, reagents & computer systems.Provides information for preparation of capital equipment budget.8.Designs, analyzes, and maintains the Blood Bank information system. Responsible for all changes including design,analysis, testing, validation, implementation & training.9.Functions as a technical consultant to laboratory staff, residents and physicians. Responsible for resolution oftechnical problems. Represents Blood Bank at hospital committees (ie. Blood & Tissue, Trauma).10.Reviews section event logs and with the Medical Director, develops & monitors corrective actions. Establishesmonitors to improve quality service. Participates in the PI program.11.Holds regularly scheduled staff meetings to update and inform staff.12.Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.13.Performs other duties as assigned.Education: BACHELOR'S LVL DGREOther Information:Required: Bachelor's Degree.Minimum Experience: five yearsCertification:Medical Technologist, ASCP (or equivalent).Criteria Desired (Not Required):Knowledge of instrument troubleshooting (experience). Strong written and verbal skills.Working Conditions:Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterityOccupational: Some occupational riskPhysical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. forcePhysical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.Company: Danbury HospitalOrg Unit: 123Department: Blood BankExempt: YesSalary Range: $40.43 - $75.10 HourlyWe are an equal opportunity employerQualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.
