Full Time - Days Shift - Clinical Supervisor - Blood Bank

UNC Health; Woodridge (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Nash in North Carolina seeks a Blood Bank Supervisor to organize and manage the Blood Bank Section of the Clinical Laboratory. This working supervisor oversees routine and complex tests, quality control, regulatory compliance (CAP/AABB/TJC/CMS), and procedures development and equipment maintenance.

You will lead staff, coordinate with the Laboratory Director, and ensure accurate records, inventory management, and safe transfusion practices, while supporting budget planning and policy

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medical Technology is required.
• Master's degree in medical technology or related field preferred.
• Management or business coursework is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directs administrative operations of the Blood Bank under the Lab Director.
• Oversees quality control, regulatory compliance (CAP/AABB/TJC/CMS), and proficiency testing.
• Performs routine and complex Blood Bank tests and cross-matching procedures.
• Maintains blood inventory and coordinates with the American Red Cross.
• Develops procedures, ensures instrument calibration, and safety guidelines.
• Monitors budgets, policies, and staff training; ensures productive staffing.
• Directs performance reviews and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Keeps accurate records, logs, and reports; ensures proper documentation.
• Ensures proper safety, infection control, and equipment maintenance.
• Liaises with nursing and Laboratory Director; participates in transfusion committee.
• Ensures timely communication of issues and supports continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor of Medical Technology

Master's degree in medical technology or related field

MT (ASCP) certification

Management or Business-related coursework

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.

Summary:
Organizes and manages the Blood Bank Section of the Clinical Laboratory and supervises section personnel. As a working supervisor, performs a variety of routine and complex laboratory tests and procedures. Oversees quality control, CAP/AABB and other regulatory agency requirements, methods/procedures development, and equipment maintenance and calibration.

1. 1.Directs the administrative operations of the section under the general direction of the Department Director/Manager to include, but not limited to: Provides input into budget planning, monitors experience and controls spending; Establishes and maintains new/revised policies, procedures and methods in consultation with the Laboratory Medical Director; Evaluates new products, services and equipment; Responsible for compliance with designated AABB, CAP, TJC, CMS and other regulatory requirements; Responsible for CAP, AABB Self Inspection and On-Site Inspection Preparation-Oversees quality control/assurance activities;-Establishes and maintains the Quality Program for the Transfusion Service, coordinating with the Laboratory Director and nursing services as appropriate. Oversees and leads the Transfusion Committee. Conforms to, and enforces, established laboratory Safety and Infection Control Guidelines. Coordinates and oversees proficiency testing for the laboratory employees assigned to the sections.


2. 2.Directs assigned personnel, under the general supervision of the Laboratory Director/ Manager to include, but not limited to: Interviews, makes hiring recommendations, orients, and oversees training of assigned employees and students; Provides for the continuing education and professional growth needs of assigned staff; Assist with scheduling needs to accommodate coverage of the Transfusion Department as appropriate. Modifies schedules to reflect changing patient census and employee needs, as necessary, assisting with maintaining acceptable productivity scores for the Blood Bank which affects the Laboratory Department. Assigns and checks work results for quality, accuracy and timeliness; Investigates complaints, errors and other operational or equipment problems, and takes corrective action; Develops employee performance capabilities, and prepares/presents performance reviews of assigned staff with knowledge and approval of department Director/Manager; Counsels employees with performance or behavioral problems with knowledge and approval of the department Director/Manager; Makes recommendations regarding transfers and promotions; Disciplines employees as needed and approved by the department Director/Manager.


3. 3.Installs, operates, and maintains laboratory equipment. Effectively accomplishes and documents quality control checks and procedures, in accordance with procedure and time frames. Effectively troubleshoots instruments and equipment, as warranted, following instructions or established procedures, so that outside service calls and downtime for minor problems are minimized.


4. 4.Participates in the development and implementation of new procedures and instrumentation.


5. 5.Communicates technical or general information which may include problems or matters of a scientific, technical and/or administrative nature.


6. 6.Maintains a good and current working knowledge of the laboratory computer system and teaches others in its use.


7. 7.Ensures that records, reports, forms, logs, patient charges, and other documentation are properly prepared, processed and maintained.


8. 8.Keeps work areas stocked and organized to include, but not limited to: Monitors, procures, verifies, and stores supplies for assigned areas; Oversees general cleaning and organizing activities.


9. 9.Performs Blood Bank tests and procedures on a routine basis to include, but not limited to: Performs pre-transfusion procedures such as typing and cross-matching, detecting, and identifying interfering antibody titers, etc.; Dispenses and documents final disposition of blood products; Solves problems related to obtaining compatible units for patients; Maintains blood inventory; Liaisons with the American Red Cross.


10. 10.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.


11. 11.Performs other duties as needed.

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Other information

Education Requirements

• *Bachelor of Medical Technology


• *Master's degree in medical technology or related field preferred.


• *Management or Business-related course work.

License/Certification Requirements

• *MT (ASCP).

Professional Experience Requirements

• *2 years of Healthcare/Medical - Blood Bank. Clinical experience in the blood bank.

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Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: NGH Blood Bank

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.