Lead Immunohematology Reference Lab Supervisor

American Red Cross; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental Vision plans

HSA/FSA

PTO 15 days

11 paid holidays

401K 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

The American Red Cross in Baltimore is seeking an IRL supervisor to oversee daily operations of the reference laboratory and lead a skilled team of technologists. In this role you will ensure high complexity blood bank testing, provide guidance to hospitals, and maintain quality control, compliance, and safety in line with state and federal regulations.

This full-time position offers Monday–Friday 7am–4:30pm shifts, a competitive benefits package, and opportunities to advance within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field required; SBB (ASCP) equivalent may be required where applicable.
• Minimum 5 years of high complexity blood bank testing experience or equivalent.
• One year of management experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Consult and communicate with hospitals and transfusion facilities to resolve serological problems and supply antigen-negative or special units.
• Supervise laboratory staff including hiring, training, coaching, evaluating and disciplining to ensure a well-qualified team and to enhance operational success.
• In conjunction with the Medical Director, provide guidance to ensure appropriate patient care.
• Assure quality and adequacy of testing, reference and consultation services are maintained.
• May perform and interpret basic and complex donor and/or patient testing procedures and complete required quality control, as appropriate to state and federal regulations.
• Perform, review and approve quality control on products, reagents, and equipment and validations.
• Know and oversee compliance of applicable federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations pertaining to blood banking and safety. Adhere to quality assurance procedures and good manufacturing practices.
• May manage budgetary information for the department and provide approval for reagent and supply purchases.
• Perform record review, training and competency assessments. Participate in concern and problem management. Participate in external and internal inspections/audits and corrective actions.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• Standard Schedule: Monday-Friday 1st shift 7am-4:30pm.
• Pay Information: The salary range for this position is $94,820-$126.390.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

SBB (ASCP) equivalent

Job description

The American Red Cross in Baltimore is seeking an IRL supervisor to oversee daily operations of the reference laboratory and lead a skilled team of technologists. In this role you will ensure high complexity blood bank testing, provide guidance to hospitals, and maintain quality control, compliance, and safety in line with state and federal regulations.

This full-time position offers Monday–Friday 7am–4:30pm shifts, a competitive benefits package, and opportunities to advance within a