Location: Temple,TX, USA
**JOB SUMMARY**
The Blood Bank QA Coordinator performs and monitors a variety of donor and transfusion services quality activities. Accountable for compliance with federal regulations relating to quality assurance activities.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE**
+ Coordinates, monitors, facilitates and supervises all quality activities and quality assurance related blood services.
+ Ensures compliance with FDA regulations and CAP, AABB standards, and FACT if required. Evaluates, approves, and monitors related policy and procedures.
+ Assists in developing, reviewing and approval of training and educational programs for team members and students.
+ Manages occurrence reporting system and follow-up with appropriate services.
+ Examines data to drive operational changes as needed.
+ Coordinates and oversees student activities during clinical rotations through blood bank. Performs all delegated functions as defined by facility CLIA Director.
**KEY SUCCESS FACTORS**
+ Knowledge of laboratory regulations, protocols and procedures.
+ Data and critical thinking abilities.
+ Ability to comprehend and communicate instructions.
+ Ability to perform laboratory protocols and procedures.
+ Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
+ Knowledge of safety and infection control standards.
+ Ability to work in a team environment.
+ Provides training and opportunities for continuing education.
+ Effective leadership and social skills.
**BENEFITS**
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
+ Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
+ 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
**QUALIFICATIONS**
+ EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
+ EXPERIENCE - 5 Years of Experience
+ CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
ASCP-BloodBanking Technologist (ASCP-BB), ASCP-Blood Banking Specialist (ASCP-SBB), Cert Histocompatibility Spec (CHS-ABHI), Cert Histocompatibility Techno (CHT-ABHI), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT): Must have one of the following:
- ASCP-BB
- ASCP-SBB
- CHS-ABHI
- CHT-ABHI
- CLS
- MLS
- MT.
As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.