Supervisor, Laboratory

$52.21 - $54.90 / Hour (Depending on Experience)

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm / Some Weekends and Holidays

Vitalant is where donors, talent and innovation meet to save and improve lives. We are the nation's largest independent, nonprofit blood services provider exclusively focused on providing lifesaving blood and comprehensive transfusion medicine services for about 900 hospitals and their patients across the U.S. We seek team members who want to make a difference in people's lives while furthering their careers. At Vitalant you can expect competitive compensation, paid time off and other benefits. Take your first step to joining our dedicated team by applying today.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Under limited direction, this position is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily technical operations. This position is also responsible for providing skilled technical support in the laboratory.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs all assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations. Is responsible for bringing compliance issues to the attention of management.

Assures quality customer service to all customers.

Hires, supervises, coordinates work schedules, trains, and evaluates performance of assigned personnel. Identifies and effectively resolves personnel issues.

Supervises and participates in the production and labeling of blood components and laboratory testing.

Ensures equipment is properly maintained and maintenance is documented.

Reviews and evaluates production and quality control records (e.g. testing, component preparation, labeling, and storage).

Assures timely completion and accuracy of laboratory reports. Performs data entry and record review.

Assures adequate inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents.

Assists in reporting and resolving deviations (e.g., errors, quarantine, recall, equipment maintenance, reagent failures and accidents).

Assists in development and implementation of educational and training programs.

Maintains effective communications with hospitals.

Performs all other duties, at the discretion of management, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge/Education

Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, medical technology or clinical laboratory science required.

Those acting in a capacity that is regulated by state of New York (NYS) requirements, Bachelor's Degree with 6 years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience is required.

For those acting in a supervisory capacity that is regulated by state of New York (NYS) requirements then a Bachelor's Degree with 6 years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience is required.

Licenses/Certifications

Certification as a Medical Technologist by a recognized certifying agency required or CLIA equivalent for high complexity testing required.

BB or SBB preferred.

State licensure (as required by regulations).

Experience

One year of laboratory experience required.

Two years supervisory experience preferred.

Skills/Abilities

Ability to promote a work team environment and participate as an active team member.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Good supervisory skills with the ability to effectively utilize and develop personnel to execute job tasks.

Ability to analyze situations and take appropriate action which may be under strict deadlines.

Capable of handling responsibility for timely volume of component production.

Ability to conceptualize computer software applications and computer equipment automation.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION AT VITALANT

Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.

VITALANT OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• HSA, FSA and 401K retirement savings plans

• Paid Time Off

• Commuter benefits

• Employee assistance program

COVID-19 POLICY

As an essential operation to the nation's healthcare infrastructure and a science-based organization, Vitalant believes that being vaccinated helps provide protection and care for our employees, our donors, their families, and the broader community.

Vitalant requires employee's to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. Individuals applying for this position should be prepared to comply with Vitalant's Covid-19 vaccination policy unless an approved exemption exists prior to the start of employment. Compliance with Vitalant's COVID-19 policy will require individuals to complete one of the following:

• Receive the first shot of a two-dose vaccination series to start employment, and the second shot of the series within 8 weeks of the first.

• Receive the first and final shot of a single-dose vaccination prior to the start of employment.

To apply please email your CV / resume to btraore@vitalant.org

Our organization is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Careers@vitalant.org to let us know the nature of your request.

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Grade 121-2B

Salary Range: $108,597 - $114,192 (Per Year)

PLEASE NOTE: This range is based on national averages and may be different based on the specific location of the role.

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