Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.
Position SummaryUnder the direction of the department leadership, prepares quality biological blood components within the prescribed time following regulatory and operational standards as specified in the Standard Operating Procedures and departmental procedures.
Schedule & Availability:
- Tuesday - Saturday 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Participates in a rotational on-call schedule, including coverage before and after regular hours, weekends, and holidays, as needed
- Full-time, non-exempt position
CompensationThe target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.BenefitsVersiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.
Responsibilities- Checking in blood products and performing visual inspections
- Performing Daily and Quarterly Inventory Reconciliation
- Importing/Exporting blood products
- Processing blood product returns and credits
- Packing and shipping blood products to our local hospitals
- Packing and shipping recovered plasma
- Communicating with hospitals regarding recalls, delays, order fulfillment, or substitutions
- Irradiating blood products
- Monitoring our room and storage devices for temperature and motion acceptability
- Dispatching orders and arranging for delivery by a transportation driver, Volunteer, hospital services cross-trained team member, courier, or state patrol
- LAX/MARSH - delivering orders, picking up returns, and sample pick-ups from our hospitals
- LAX/MARSH - assists in Pharmacy duties (receiving inventory, reconciling inventory, packing & shipping orders)
- LAX/MARSH - being on-call before and after hours of operations
- HQ - being on-call on weekends
- Labels products to meet regulatory and inventory requirements
- Follows procedures pertaining to the proper storage of RBCs, platelet products and frozen products
- Performs and documents equipment function checks and QC as required
- Maintains a level of productivity that allows department to achieve production goals
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Experience
- Less than 1 year 1-6 months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read, interpret, and write documents such as operating forms, operating and maintenance instructions, and other department manuals required
- Above average attention to detail and problem-solving skills required
- Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions required
- Aptitude for computers and data entry skills required
- Ability to manage interruptions in a fast-paced environment required
- Customer service and communication skills required
- Able to organize work to provide productive work flow needed in component manufacturing required
- Flexibility to work independently and with a team required
- Organized, able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks at one time required
- Be able and available to work a flexible working schedule as required based on volume and timing of blood collections required
- Ability to work independently with limited written or oral instruction required
- Understands military time required
Tools and Technology
- General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine) required
- Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required
- Software systems (Blood Establishment Computer Systems, Title21) required
- Lab specific equipment, including, but not limited to: • Sealers • Centrifuge • Water bath • Scales required
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Less than one year, including 1–6 months, of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to read, interpret, and write operating forms, maintenance instructions, and department manuals
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions
- Computer aptitude and data-entry skills
- Ability to manage interruptions in a fast-paced environment
- Customer service and communication skills
- Ability to organize work and maintain productive workflow in component manufacturing
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
- Availability for a flexible work schedule based on blood collection volume and timing
- Ability to work independently with limited instruction
- Understanding of military time
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to use Blood Establishment Computer Systems and Title21
- Ability to operate laboratory equipment including sealers, centrifuges, water baths, and scales
What We Do
Versiti is a nonprofit blood health organization dedicated to improving patient health through discovery, diagnosis, and treatment. It collects, tests, and distributes blood products to hospitals across five Midwestern states; coordinates organ, tissue, and eye donation programs; provides specialized diagnostic laboratory and bleeding-disorder services; and conducts biomedical research into leukemia, hemophilia, sickle cell disease, gene and cell therapy, and personalized medicine.
