Blood Bank Hematology Section Supervisor +10,000 Sign on Bonus

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Job Description

Join the Laboratory Team at Gateway Regional Medical CenterBlood Bank Section SupervisorFull-Time | Days | 10-Hour Shifts | Granite City, IllinoisAt Gateway Regional Medical Center, we believe high-quality patient care depends on the strength of our behind-the-scenes clinical teams.Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare services to our community while promoting wellness, healing, and excellence. Our Laboratory team plays a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and safe diagnostic services that directly support patient care decisions.If you are an experienced laboratory professional with strong blood bank expertise and a passion for quality, safety, and team leadership, we invite you to join our team.Why Join Gateway?Competitive hourly pay: $25.71-$41.65 per hour +10,000 Sign on Bonus, 5,000 after 90 days and 5,000 after 1 year of employmentComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefitsRetirement savings plan with employer matchPaid vacation and holiday timeShift differentials where applicableStable day shift schedule (10-hour shifts)Supportive leadership and collaborative laboratory environmentOpportunity to lead quality and process improvement initiativesPosition SummaryGateway Regional Medical Center is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Blood Bank Section Supervisor to oversee daily operations within our hospital laboratory's transfusion services area.In this role, you will provide leadership and oversight for blood bank operations, ensuring the accurate, timely, and safe testing, preparation, and distribution of blood products. You will be responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance, supporting staff development, troubleshooting complex testing and instrumentation issues, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and patient safety.This position is ideal for a laboratory professional who thrives in a leadership role and is committed to excellence in transfusion medicine.What You'll DoSupervise daily blood bank operations and laboratory personnelEnsure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and safety standardsOversee quality control and quality assurance programsTroubleshoot testing systems, instrumentation, and workflow issuesManage blood product inventory and distribution processesSupport staff training, competency assessment, and professional developmentCollaborate with physicians, nurses, and clinical teams on transfusion needsParticipate in implementation of new technologies and testing methodsMaintain accurate documentation and laboratory recordsQualificationsEducationBachelor 's degree in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science, or medical technologyORAssociate degree in clinical laboratory science or medical technologyCompletion of an accredited laboratory training program requiredCertificationCertification eligibility as MLS (ASCP), MT (AMT), MLT (ASCP), HEW, CLS (NCA), or equivalentCertification required within 12 months of eligibility per CLIA standards (if applicable)ExperienceMinimum of 2 years of high-complexity laboratory experience with a bachelor's degreeORMinimum of 4 years of high-complexity laboratory experience with an associate degreeSchedule & LocationPosition: Blood Bank Section SupervisorDepartment: LaboratoryStatus: Full-TimeSchedule: Day Shift | 10-hour shifts | 40 hours per weekGateway Regional Medical Center2100 Madison AvenueGranite City, IL 62040Compensation$25.71-$41.65 per hourCompensation is determined based on education, experience, certifications, and relevant skills. Final offers are made through our compensation process to ensure fairness, internal equity, and alignment with qualifications.Join a team where your expertise directly supports life-saving care and where your leadership helps ensure the highest standards in patient safety and transfusion services. Apply today.