Immunohematology Reference Laboratory Manager

Would you enjoy leading a team of lab professionals providing world-class care to patients with complex transfusion needs in your community?

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is looking for a Laboratory Manager for our Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) in Gainesville, FL. This position is responsible for leading staff engaged in performing laboratory testing and related activities in our AABB-accredited reference laboratory. This position is also responsible for ensuring compliance with established laboratory policy and with applicable governmental regulatory requirements from agencies such as CLIA, FDA, AABB, HIPAA, and state licensing regulations.

About This Position

Our Gainesville IRL is supported by Board Certified Pathologists in Transfusion Medicine, and a network of resources including LifeSouth' s CAP-accredited HLA Lab, AABB-accredited Molecular Lab, and Immunohematology Reference Labs in Jacksonville, FL, Atlanta, GA and Birmingham, AL.

Responsibilities (but not limited to)

- Communicates technical information to hospital blood banks, transfusion services, physicians, and other clinical partners to support high-quality laboratory services

- Ensures technologists are properly trained and competent to perform testing and report results accurately, promptly, and in compliance with regulatory standards

- Oversees remedial actions when test systems fall outside established performance specifications, ensuring timely resolution and system reliability

- Verifies that patient test results are not reported until all corrective actions have been completed and the testing system is functioning correctly

- Monitors workflows related to specimen accessioning, identification, transport, storage, and disposal to ensure adherence to internal and external regulations

- Ensures ongoing compliance with institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards

- Evaluates and participates in quality assurance programs to monitor and improve factors affecting the quality of laboratory services

- Assists with obtaining and maintaining laboratory accreditation through accurate documentation. oversight, and adherence to all standards

Qualifications

- Scientific and technical knowledge from current sources, such as the AABB/FACT/NETCORD Standards and relevant guidance related to FDA, CLIA, and CMA, both state and federal

- Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations and voluntary accrediting standards related to the operation of clinical laboratories and blood banks

- National SBB(ASCP) certification

- National certification as MT/CLS/MLS with ASCP, AAB, or AMT, including immunohematology

- Five years of experience in Immunohematology and two years of leadership experience

- Supervisor's license issued by the state in which the lab is located

- Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory, Chemical, or Biological Science; Master's degree preferred

- Basic computer skills and experience with computer programs such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Competitive Benefits Package

- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan

- Medical, dental and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days

- Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth

- Free basic life insurance for full-time employees

- Health Savings