This position is responsible for technical oversight of the Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) and has the responsibility of all aspects of laboratory testing and services. Responsibilities include sample assignment, review of reports, regulatory compliance, and adherence to departmental SOPs.  The position will also be tasked with performing moderate to high complexity serological investigations on samples. This position also has general management responsibilities such as payroll approval, scheduling, and ordering supplies.

• 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 of 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.
• 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.

Education:

• Bachelor's, or higher,degree in Medical Technology or Laboratory Science from anaccredited institution.

Experience:

• 4 or more years of clinical laboratory experience, with at least two years spent working in a clinical laboratory.

Required Licenses / Certification:

• NYS Clinical  Laboratory Technologist License

Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of clinical laboratory practices.
• Immunohematology / Transfusion Medicine.
• Knowledge of a variety of software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrable skill to teach and mentor peers.
• Strong analytical skills to review data for accuracy and meaning.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail in all research and work processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify and analyze strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems within established policies and procedures.
• Ability to interact with individuals across the organization and external customers with diverse backgrounds in a helpful, courteous and friendly manner.
• Ability to work with others and foster a team environment.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle a variety of complex issues and situations.
• Position requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

For applicants who will perform this position in New York City or Westchester County, the proposed hiring rate is $72.89p/hr. to 79.19p/hr. For applicants who will perform this position outside of New York City or Westchester County, salary will reflect local market rates and be commensurate with the applicant’s skills, job-related knowledge, and experience.

Founded in 1964, New York Blood Center (NYBC) has served the tri-state area for more than 60 years, delivering 500,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 150+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. NYBC 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. NYBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit nybc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.