Blood Bank Supervisor - Laboratory

Job Summary

The Blood Bank Supervisor / Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the blood bank. This includes ensuring the safe and efficient testing, processing, storage, and distribution of blood products. The position also involves supervising laboratory staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines, and collaborating with medical professionals to ensure the availability of blood products for patient care.

Supervises the Following Positions

Positions: Medical Technologist/Technicians and lab assistants (phlebotomists)

Physical Requirements

• The ability to perform the duties and responsibility of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities.
• The ability to consistently lift, push or pull loads of up to fifty (50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50)
• Sufficient strength, mobility and stamina to make frequent location and position changes, assist with patient care, and perform other physical activities of average difficulty.
• Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodations.
• May be exposed to infectious or contagious disease.
• May have to handle emergency situations.
• May be subject to irregular hours.
• May be required to wear protective equipment such as eye protection, face protection, masks, sterile/nonsterile gloves, isolation gowns.
• May be exposed to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents.
• Physical activities include continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting.
• Activity Conditions (Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously):
  • Sitting- Frequently
  • Walking- Frequently
  • Standing- Continuously
  • Bending-Occasionally
  • Squatting- Occasionally
  • Climbing-Occasionally
  • Kneeling-Occasionally
  • Twisting-Occasionally
  
  

Visual and Hearing Requirements

• Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

Working Conditions

Primarily Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period of heavy workload and stress. Works in various conditions.

Performance: Essential Functions

Decision Making: Ability to make decisions and takes appropriate action based on the information they have. Recognizes own limitations and consults with the supervisor, manager, or team member when appropriate.

Time Management: Works efficiently and manages duties to ensure that tasks are completed with accuracy and within the scheduled shift or reasonable amount of time.

Quality & Quantity: Demonstrates accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out job duties. Follows departmental work policies and procedures. Speed and consistency of output and time utilization of job duties.

Computer Knowledge & Electronic Equipment Use: Demonstrates ability to consistently utilize electronic equipment and online computer programs to perform job duties, including electronic documentation, and order entry.

Resource Utilization: Consistently utilizes and maintains supplies and equipment to minimize lost charges and unnecessary equipment repair-replacement.

Confidentiality: Adheres to established policies on privacy and security requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as applicable by Shannon Policy.

Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of medical technologists, technicians, and laboratory assistants in the blood bank.
• Oversee the testing of blood for ABO blood group, Rh factor, antibodies and infectious diseases.
• Ensure blood products are properly labeled, stored, and maintained in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manage blood inventory levels and ensure proper rotation of blood products.
• Collaborate with physicians and medical staff to ensure timely and accurate blood product availability.
• Implement and monitor quality control programs to ensure compliance with FDA, CAP, and other regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all blood product testing, processing, and distribution.
• Ensure all staff follow infection control and safety protocols in blood collection, handling, and storage.
• Assist with the development and implementation of training programs for laboratory staff.
• Perform periodic audits and prepare for regulatory inspections.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills to manage and mentor laboratory staff.
• In-depth knowledge of blood bank operations, transfusion medicine, and laboratory testing procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in ensuring accurate blood product testing and record-keeping.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and respond to urgent medical situations.
• Strong communication skills to interact with medical staff, patients, and laboratory personnel.
• Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Required
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

• Required
  • Three years of experience in a blood bank or clinical laboratory setting
  • One or more years of leadership experience
  • Knowledge of FDA, AABB, and CLIA regulations and standards

Certification/Licensure:

• Required
  • Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through ASCP or an equivalent accrediting body
• Preferred
  • Certification in Blood Banking (BB or SBB)