Experienced Blood Bank Specialist (M-F, Days)

Position Title: Experienced Blood Bank Specialist (M-F, Days) Department: Blood Bank Job Description: SHIFT: M-F, Days (no weekends) General Description Under minimal supervision, performs routine and complex standardized clinical diagnostic tests in the blood bank. Essential Responsibilities Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the hospital in meeting regulatory and accreditation standards. Assists supervisor with laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation. Performs laboratory patient testing in a prompt and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies. Must also be able to teach others how to manage patient testing, QC and maintenance. Serves as subject matter expert on blood banking and transfusion medicine. Primary preceptor for all new hires staff and program students. Principal trainer for transfusion service and collaborates with nursing educators and TSO. Competent to perform all testing and assess competency of others. Assists staff with troubleshooting, area management and specimen issues. Plans and schedules work area assignments. Complies with all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures including the appropriate use of PPE. Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the quality assurance officer in meeting regulatory and accreditation standards. Participates in laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation and performance improvement. Documents deviations in RL solutions. Performs immunohematology testing. Processes and labels blood components and special blood components and pediatric aliquots. Perform quality control procedures following authorized laboratory policy. Submits QC for review. Maybe principal trainer for transfusion service or may be principal operator for blood bank instrumentation and interfaces. Conducts team huddles and in‑services. Operates, calibrates and maintains instrumentation within scope of training and established protocols. Documents completion of instrument maintenance and function checks. Sets up new methodologies, develops procedural protocols. Is a writer and reviewer for Blood Bank procedures. Assumes responsibility of own professional development and acts as a mentor for others. Calls critical notification values to appropriate clinical staff and documents those notifications in the electronic medical record. Performs proficiency testing according to laboratory and regulatory requirements. May submit PT results to regulatory agency. Participates in inventory management. Completes annual competency assessment and is a qualified evaluator. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) required. Experience: 5 or more years of experience in blood bank required. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Nationally recognized certification through one of the following governing accreditations: ASCP, AMT, AABB, NASKL, ASCLS, HHS, ASHI, AAB, ABB, AMS, CRP, EBPH, Military or NILA. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must have the skills to perform required laboratory testing. Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions. Must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled. Must be able to maintain legible, accurate and organized records. Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment. Must be able to multi‑task and remain calm in stressful situations. Must possess ability to understand various operations, policies and procedures. Ability to work and communicate with co‑workers and other caregivers, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate and cooperative manner. Must demonstrate a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments. Advanced knowledge of blood bank and transfusion medicine theory and practices. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, creates peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute‑Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S.News&WorldReport in its2020‑21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S.News&WorldReport as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non‑clinical opportunities to further your career and invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. 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