Blood Production Specialist - Hospital Services (Tuesday - Saturday; 3rd Shift)

Versiti, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO and holidays

401(k) with match

Job summary

Versiti, Inc. is hiring for a blood component manufacturing role. The position involves preparing quality biological blood components within SOPs and regulatory standards. Work schedule includes a night shift, and the team supports a comprehensive benefits package.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and up to 6 months of related experience or training. Candidates will perform leukoreduction, labeling, and production of RBCs and plasma products per procedure.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; equivalent acceptable.
• Less than 1 year of related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures RBCs, fresh frozen plasma and recovered plasma.
• Manufactures neonatal RBCs and prepares platelet products.
• Performs leukoreduction of whole blood and RBCs.
• Manufactures cryoprecipitate and related plasma products.
• Labels products to meet regulatory and inventory requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned and adheres to procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Time management

Communication skills

Data entry

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blood Establishment Computer Systems

Title 21 compliance software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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, prepares quality biological blood components within the prescribed time following regulatory and operational standards as specified in the Standard Operating Procedures and departmental procedures.

Work Schedule:

• Tuesday-Saturday (11 PM to 7:30 AM)

Total Rewards Package

Compensation The target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.BenefitsVersiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.

Responsibilities

• Manufactures Red Blood Cells (RBCs), Fresh Frozen Plasma and Recovered Plasma
• Manufactures Neonatal RBCs. Sterile docks Pedipaks to Platelet Apheresis, Neonatal RBCs
• Performs leukoreduction of Whole Bloods and RBCs
• Manufactures Cryoprecipitate, Pooled Cryoprecipitate and Cryo Reduced Plasma
• Labels products to meet regulatory and inventory requirements
• Manufactures additional specialty products as needed by customer base
• Follows procedures pertaining to the proper storage of RBCs, platelet products and frozen products
• Performs and documents equipment function checks and QC as required
• Maintains a level of productivity that allows department to achieve production goals
• Works weekend, holiday rotations and on-call, as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma required
• equivalent required

Experience

• Less than 1 year 1-6 months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, interpret, and write documents such as operating forms, operating and maintenance instructions, and other department manuals required
• Above average attention to detail and problem-solving skills required
• Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions required
• Aptitude for computers and data entry skills required
• Ability to manage interruptions in a fast-paced environment required
• Customer service and communication skills required
• Able to organize work to provide productive work flow needed in component manufacturing required
• Flexibility to work independently and with a team required
• Organizational skills and ability prioritize and handle multiple tasks at one time required
• Ability and availability to work a flexible working schedule based on volume and timing of blood collections required
• Ability to work independently with limited written or oral instruction required
• Understanding of military time required

Tools and Technology

• General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) required
• Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required
• Software systems (Blood Establishment Computer Systems, Title21) required
• Lab specific equipment, including, but not limited to: sealers, centrifuge, water bath, and scales