Lab Supervisor (Donor Room)

Job Overview: Oversees and assists in the production of blood components manufactured at RWJUH Somerset. Acts as Administrative Supervisor for the laboratory on weekends and/or as assigned.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Medical Technologist
• 5 years experience in Immuno-hematology
• possess SBB with 2 years experience subsequent to graduation, or RN with 2 years donor room experience. 
• Knowledge of FDA and AABB regulations.

Preferred:

• Supervisory and quality assurance experience
• RN, MT, SBB or equivalent preferred
• CPR training preferred
• Immuno-hematology knowledge.  Donor room and/or Immuno-hematology skills

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Day Shift
• Salaried position
• Must be able to work occasional Saturdays and flexible hours, when necessary.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in hiring new employees as needed.
• Schedule blood donor room staff to meet Donor needs.
• Oversee daily operations of Blood Donor Services and assist with phlebotomy.
• Trains employees and volunteers in duties and responsibilities of their specific job descriptions.
• Provides training regarding laboratory and hospital policies and Blood Donor Services procedures including cGMP.
• Monitors employees’ continuing education, competency, and proficiency.
• Perform employee evaluations.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies:  FDA, AABB, CAP, NJDOH, and Joint Commission.
• Develop and keep current Standard Operating Procedures and Policies
• Monitors department QC and equipment maintenance
• Investigates complaints, problems and errors; ensures appropriate action is taken.
• Performs tracking and trending analysis as needed.
• Performs Blood Donor Services quality program duties as needed.
• Maintains Blood Donor Services quality program in accordance with regulations.
• Oversees and assists in the production of blood components manufactured at RWJUH Somerset.
• Acts as Administrative Supervisor for the laboratory on weekends and/or as assigned.
• Participates in Transfusion Committee meetings.
• Read, be with familiar with, participate in periodic education/training regarding, and comply with, Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas' Corporate Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, and other corporate compliance policies (as may be amended from time to time).

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer