• As defined by CLIA/NYSDOH, this position is responsible for pre-analytic, analytic procedures, maintaining records of tests and for reporting test results in a high complexity laboratory.

• This position performs only those tests that are authorized by the CLIA/NYSDOH laboratory director and performs only those tests that require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.

• Assign and supervise daily workload and activities of staff members

• Performs moderate to complex serological investigations as needed.

• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process and quality system to ensure quality control and proficiency testing meet regulated standards

• Ensure the maintenance of all files, records and forms pertaining to patient and donor testing utilizing computerized systems.

• Monitor and manage the inventory for the efficient distribution of blood and blood products, including rare donor inventories

• Help develop and implement new procedures and policies for the operations of the laboratory

• Participate in all regulatory agencies and internal inspections

• Communicate with enterprise reference laboratories and hospital transfusion services to provide appropriate service and evaluate methods to improve services

• Keep up to date on current blood banking procedures and research to assist/participate in education programs, seminars, workshops. Present or provide consultations on Immunohematology and current transfusion practices to various parties (continuing education students, clients, professional organizations, etc.)

• Orient /train new employees. Supervise competency testing for new and current employees

• Ensure proficiency testing is rotated amongst staff and performed in the same manner as patient/donor samples.

• Provide on-call and weekend laboratory consultation coverage as needed or assigned

• Assist with new computer software, equipment, or test method validation, as required.

• Oversee the temperature monitoring system along with other laboratory supervisors.

• Aids in managing staffing hours and scheduling, including payroll and time off requests, as applicable

• Assist in recruitment and selection of new staff members

• Assist in the evaluation of staff through annual performance appraisal and counsel when necessary.

• Work on special projects as assigned

• Assist in monitoring corrective action and corrective action follow-up for departmental nonconformance reports

• Ensure that the laboratory maintains appropriate supplies, equipment, and reagent inventory

• Provide managerial coverage in the absence of managerial staff

• Exemplifies BBD’s Customer Service Mission and Core Values.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent field.

Related Experience:

• 4+ years of blood bank laboratory experience or relevant technical and service-related industry experience supplied or the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Experience should include leadership experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Master's Degree.
• SBB Specialist in Blood Banking.
• BB Blood Banking.
• MLS ASCP or BB ASCP.

Founded in 1954, Blood Bank of Delmarva (BBD) has served the Delmarva Peninsula for 70 years, delivering nearly 90,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 40+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. BBD is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biopharmaceutical organizations. NYBCe’s Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. BBD serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit delmarvablood.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.