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Job Description:

Joining The American Red Cross is like nothing else its as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the worlds largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional yet unassuming. Diverse yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that matters where success is measured in people helped communities made whole and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better.

When you choose to be a force for good youll have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your lifes work with an ongoing mission thats bigger than all of us. As you care for others youre cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work.

Where Your Career is a Force for Good!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview):

Supervise the daily operations of the National Molecular Laboratory a busy CLIAlicensed AABBaccredited molecular testing laboratory responsible for patient and blood donor testing. Conduct manual and automated DNA extraction and FDA approved tests as well as labdeveloped tests. Perform testing utilizing platforms including single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) panels involving endpoint detection of SSPPCR beadbased extension reactions MALDITOF mass spectrometry and Sanger sequence analysis of genomic and cDNA. Interpret results and patient report generation preventative maintenance of laboratory equipment and qualification of reagents. Train and assess technical staff in local procedures. Provide support development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.

Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures and other applicable Federal State and local regulations.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities):

• Supervise Molecular Laboratory staff performing testing of patient and blood donor samples submitted for DNA testing to predict red cell platelet and white cell antigens. Manage staff scheduling to optimize productivity. Establish and monitor productivity operation and quality metrics to assure daily testing and turnaround goals are being met and quality test results are being produced through standardized processes. Monitor discrepancy occurrence and resolution to assure appropriate decisions product disposition and documentation of problems. Train coach and evaluate performance management to ensure a wellqualified team and to enhance operational success.
• Assure supplies sample testing and staff resources are managed in fiscally sound manner. Assure records are reviewed managed and archived according to regulatory requirements and local procedures. Coordinate testing and reporting of periodic laboratory proficiency testing.
• Implement process product and equipment changes and upgrades according to established change control plan. Execute prescribed validation plans for processes and equipment if indicated.
• Actively communicate and collaborate with managers and supervisors of other departments and regions regarding testing schedules and coordination of receipt of test results. Perform technical reviews of test results and reagent and instrument qualifications and instrument calibrations.
• Communicate with hospital blood bank personnel to report patient findings.
• Prepare and present case studies and educational reviews related to blood cell antigen genotyping to laboratory staff departmental staff and broader audiences as requested. Draft abstracts and manuscripts relevant to work performed in the laboratory; prepare and present posters and oral abstracts at scientific conferences.
• Assist the Laboratory Director in evaluation of new technology for potential integration and use in the laboratory.

Standard Schedule: MF 10:307pm shift

Pay Information: $91121k Annual Salary

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications):

Education: Bachelors degree in Biology Medical Technology or related field and either advanced degree or certification (i.e. ASCP SBB or MB or equivalent) is required.

Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in a CLIA certified or other GLP laboratory plus 2 years of general laboratory experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. Certification may be substituted for 1 year of specific lab experience.

Management Experience: Minimum of 1 year of lead or supervisory experienced in CLIA certified or other GLP laboratory preferred.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to resolve complex problems often involving groups of people. Organizational skills withtheability to prioritize tasks delegate and followup. Knowledge of scientific and blood bankprinciples pertaining to immunohematologic testing preferred. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability toinfluence and motivate others. Knowledge of test methods project management systemsand to work on a team.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications): ASCP certification (BB SBB or MB) or equivalent certification preferred.

BENEFITS FOR YOU:
As a missionbased organization we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive package includes:

• Medical Dental Vision plans

• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401K with up to 6 match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance: Short Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition

Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.

AmeriCorps the federal agency that brings people together through service and its partners the Peace Corps AmeriCorps Alums National Peace Corps Association and the Service Year Alliance launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations.

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