Senior Specialist Production - 3rd shift Hospital Services Milwaukee

Versiti, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

PTO and Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with 7% match

Voluntary Programs

Discount Programs

Job summary

Versiti Blood Research Institute in Milwaukee, WI seeks a laboratory professional to execute quality control testing on the blood supply and manufacture platelet products according to standards. The role emphasizes initiative, productivity, and collaborative teamwork.

Required is foundational lab knowledge with 1–3 years of related healthcare experience; flexibility for varied shifts and on-call schedules. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related science preferred.
• Associate's degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory technology, or equivalent experience may be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Understand and perform laboratory activities to ensure regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Perform and evaluate quality control testing on blood products using hematology analyzers, pH meters, and WBC counting technologies.
• Manufacture RBCs and platelets; maintain equipment with daily QC and preventive maintenance.
• Support training and maintain staff competencies; collaborate with leads and supervisors.

Skills

SOP reading

Detail-oriented

Customer focus

Priority management

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related science

Associate's degree in chemical/physical/biological science or medical laboratory technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Blood Establishment Computer Systems

Title 21

Lab equipment

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, 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.

Total Rewards Package

CompensationThe 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.

WHEN YOU WILL WORK:

• Standard Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 8:00AM - 6:00 AM
• Participates in a rotational on-call schedule, including coverage before and after regular hours, weekends, and holidays, as needed
• Shift differentials: Evenings (after 6:00PM) - $1.50/hr; Weekends - $2.00/hr

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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