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Technical Manager
Job Description
Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Seeking to work for a non-profit whose values include safety, teamwork, and stewardship? LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking an individual to join our team as a Technical Manager in Mobile, AL.
Who We Are
LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 125 hospitals in Alabama, Florida and Georgia. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 30 donor centers, 50 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our LifeSouth team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need.
Our Mission
To provide a safe blood supply that meets or exceeds the needs in each community we serve, and to provide a variety of services in support of ongoing and emerging blood and transfusion related activities.
What You Will Own
This position is responsible for managing production through subordinate coordinators and staff. The selected candidate will also be fully accountable for costs, methods, personnel, quality, inventory and distribution within the Components Laboratory and Hospital Services departments.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Ensure all Components Laboratory and Hospital Services staff operations comply with LifeSouth’s Standard Operating Procedures
- Communicate with all levels of the organization regarding the processes, issues, risks, etc. within the assigned departments
- Oversee hiring, scheduling and staffing ratios for assigned departments
- Direct and evaluate the performance of department supervisors and leaders and work with them to manage staff and analyze workflow to improve efficiency
- Ensure purchasing, ordering, receiving and inventory functions are controlled for assigned departments
- Work with the District Quality Control Coordinator to ensure monthly QC records and training records are reviewed appropriately and all quarterly reports are completed
- Coordinate and prepare for internal and external audits
- Respond to audit and inspection findings
- Oversee equipment validation, repair, replacement and acquisition for assigned departments
- Act as technical liaison to hospitals within the region
- Represent and promote the company and its mission to the community
Requirements to be considered for this position:
- Bachelor's Degree in science related field
- Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) with experience in transfusion services
- Valid driver's license. Must also meet and maintain LifeSouth driver's eligibility requirements
- Knowledgeable of FDA and AABB standards and other regulatory requirements
- Strong planning and process management skills
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Medical Technologist (MT) license
- Health services management and/or supervisory experience
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
- Health, dental, vision, supplemental life, cancer, accident and disability insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
- Retirement plan
- Wellness program with incentives and HSA rewards
This is a full time position. Starting salary range is $60,000 - $66,000 annually. Background check and drug test required. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/DFWP/Tobacco Free.
The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.
LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, transgender status, gender identification, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.
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