Immunohematology Reference Lab Director

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan and HSA options

Paid time off and wellness programs

Job summary

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Manager for its Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) in Gainesville, FL. The role leads technologists, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives quality across transfusion-related testing.

The ideal candidate has extensive Immunohematology experience, management credentials, and state licensure. The IRL collaborates with CAP/ AABB accredited labs and supports patient care in a fast-paced, accredited facility.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in Immunohematology and two years of management experience.
• National certification as MT/CLS/MLS with ASCP, AAB, or AMT, including immunohematology
• National SBB(ASCP) certification
• Supervisor's license issued by the state in which the lab is located
• Knowledge of AABB/FACT/NETCORD Standards and FDA/CLIA/CMA guidance

Responsibilities

• Communicates technical information to hospital blood banks, transfusion services, physicians, and other clinical partners.
• Ensures technologists are trained and competent to perform testing and report results accurately and in compliance with regulatory standards
• Oversees remedial actions when test systems fall outside specifications and ensures timely resolution
• Verifies patient test results are reported only after corrective actions and system is functioning correctly
• Monitors workflows related to specimen accessioning, identification, transport, storage, and disposal for regulatory compliance
• Ensures ongoing compliance with institutional policies and accreditation standards
• Evaluates and participates in quality assurance programs to monitor and improve lab services
• Assists with obtaining and maintaining accreditation through accurate documentation and oversight

Skills

Immunohematology experience

Management experience

Regulatory knowledge

Communication with clinical partners

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, or Biological Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Manager for its Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) in Gainesville, FL. The role leads technologists, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives quality across transfusion-related testing.

The ideal candidate has extensive Immunohematology experience, management credentials, and state licensure. The IRL collaborates with CAP/ AABB accredited labs and supports patient care in a fast-paced, accredited facility.