Director, Reference and Transfusion Services

At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.

Compensation Considerations:

The Director of Reference and Transfusion Services reports to the Sr. Director of Reference Laboratories and Transfusion Services - NE Division. This position will oversee the operations at two IRLs (Chicago and Pittsburgh), one reference laboratory (Montvale, NJ), and one hospital transfusion service (Chicago). Travel is required. Work Shift (if applicable): Shift 1 (United States of America)

Job Description:

Vitalant is hiring an experienced Director, for our Reference and Transfusion Services division (IL Rosemont/ Chicago and Montvale, NJ). Under minimal direction, this position is responsible for managing the daily operational activities of the IRL, Reference Lab and/or Transfusion Services to ensure efficient and effective operations. This position is responsible for assuring compliance with policies, programs, and directives set forth by regulatory agencies and the organization. Ensures continued growth and development of reference laboratory and transfusion services. Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401K + 5% company match Tuition assistance up to $5k per year Free basic life and AD&D insurance Free short-and-long-term disability insurance Paid time off Employee Resource Groups Recognition and perks As the Director of Reference and Transfusion Services, you'll get to: Create and maintain strong customer relationship with internal transfusion services and external blood center customers serving as their advocate with BSI to ensure high levels of customer service. Direct overall management of daily activities to include operations, personnel, public relations and marketing. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Quality Assurance Program for the laboratory to ensure high quality test services. Ensure the laboratory environment is consistent with continuous quality improvement initiatives. Assist with development and direction of the marketing program for the laboratory. Provide the structure and systems required to meet the needs of the local, regional and national customer bases. Develop business plans, as directed. Ensure administration and performance of all contracts and testing services agreements. Pursue additional opportunities, as directed. Approve and oversee the planning and implementation of clinical evaluations, new methodologies, special research projects and educational programs in conjunction with appropriate medical and technical staff. Pursue new clinical evaluation opportunities, as directed.

Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree required. Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations as they relate to laboratory operations required. Knowledge of management principles including human resource management, budget administration, financial analysis and business administration required

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS MT

(ASCP), BB, SBB, or equivalent certification/licensure or equivalent combination of education and experience required. BB or SBB preferred

EXPERIENCE

Eight years of directly related reference laboratory experience required.

To include:

Five years supervisory experience

Location:

5505 Pearl Street Rosemont, IL 60018

Job Category:

Lab Services Contact Information:

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