at Heartland Blood Centers in Aurora, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Senior Specialist Production (Full-Time, 2nd Shift)
Job Locations
US-IL-Aurora
ID
2024-9603
Category
Manufacturing and Operations
Position Type
Full Time
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
Understands and performs laboratory activities to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
Performs and evaluates quality control testing on blood products using hematology analyzers, pH meters, and WBC counting technologies
Performs blood product manufacturing on RBCs and PLTs
Maintains equipment by performing daily quality control and preventative maintenance
Performs testing on proficiency testing for CAP surveys
Labels blood products according to regulatory requirements
Accessions and packs blood donor sample tubes for infectious disease testing where applicable
Performs reconciliations, lot release and client sample release of infectious disease testing
Performs pathogen reduction production process on blood products, as applicable
Performs donor antigen testing and antibody titrations, as applicable
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 Core Production and/or Hospital Services
Maintains equipment reagent inventory levels for daily laboratory operations
Delegates, monitors and motivates team members
Works in partnership with Leads and Supervisor to improve communication between management and employees
Works weekend, holiday rotations and on-call, as needed
Other duties, as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree in biology or related science preferred
Associate's Degree in a chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology or other experience may be accepted by management required
Experience
1-3 years 1+ year of related work experience in a health care setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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
Tools and Technology
General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) required
Computer (desk top, lap top, tablet) required
Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required
Software systems (Blood Establishment Computer Systems, Title 21) required
Lab specific equipment, including, but not limited to: * Pipettes, Centrifuges, scales, tube sealers, welders * Freezers, refrigerators * Sysmex, ADAM, ABx, BacT/Alert, BDFACS Calibur required
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Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
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We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
We are a tobacco/smoke-free workplace.
