Scientist Laboratory IRL- 2nd Shift- 5K Sign on Bonus!!

Overview

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 Summary

Under direction of the Manager of Immunohematology Reference Laboratory performs advanced immunohematology testing on clinical and research specimens for the resolution of serologic problems and provides the correct blood product for transfusion based on these results. Performs and interprets molecular testing on clinical and research specimens if applicable to the laboratory. Perform blood product component preparation if applicable to the laboratory. Provides the most appropriate blood in a timely and accurate manner and provides phone consultation to customers.

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Benefits

Versiti 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

• Handles and processes specimens ensuring proper identification.
• Performs serologic and molecular tests according to SOP on clinical study QC and research samples.
• Recognizes and resolves procedural discrepancies in testing results.
• Interprets laboratory results.
• Reports laboratory results.
• Maintains accurate and complete records.
• Perform reagent preparation
• Operates laboratory equipment correctly and perform quality control testing on equipment and reagents. Knows acceptable levels of performance.
• Maintains controlled inventories of reagents and laboratory materials.
• Performs secondary review and release of test results and provides feedback to ensure accurate reporting of results.
• Adheres to all required FDA AABB (American Association of Blood Banks)CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act) OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and CAP (College of American Pathology) regulations. Follows cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) standards.
• Support implementation and validation of new tests / equipment.
• Assists in the training of new personnel and training of students.
• Assess competence of clinical diagnostic lab staff if applicable
• Provides on call and / or overtime coverage as required.
• Listens anticipates and responds to the needs of internal and external customers and strives to meet expectations.
• Communicates clearly accurately and respectfully with customers donors and colleagues ensuring that necessary information is shared.
• Notifies management or other appropriate persons of problems or issues as appropriate.
• Works effectively with inter or intra-department(s) and project teams to meet customer needs and organizational goals.
• Participates in quality and process improvement.
• Supports and promotes Versiti mission and values both at work and in the community.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

Experience

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Licenses and Certifications

Tools and Technology

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Machine Learning,Biochemistry,Assays,Research Experience,Spectroscopy,Research & Development,cGMP,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1