Location: Gainesville,FL, USA
DescriptionLifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking an individual to join our team as Quality Assurance Coordinator in Gainesville, FL. This position is responsible for participating in the coordination of a system-wide compliance program to ensure the manufacture of safe, pure and potent blood products.Our BenefitsGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) planMedical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 daysSupplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disabilityAccess to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealthFree basic life insurance for full-time employeesHoliday premium paid on certain holidaysHealth Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay periodEmployer funded retirement plan for vested employees and 403b offeredAccess to wages prior to pay dayResponsibilities include, but are not limited toAct as a liaison for Corporate Quality Assurance to District OperationsCoordinate all audits, quality initiatives and quality assurance communications as delegated by the Quality Assurance SupervisorWork with the Implementation and Training Coordinators to ensure new technology or process implementation occurs within the expectations of validation or implementation plansAudit district record keeping systems to ensure quality control is conducted according to SOPCoordinate the Supplier Qualification program for the assigned district (critical supply issues, manufacturer notifications, etc.)Coordinate the reporting, investigation and resolution for the Error Management process in the assigned districtAssess the effectiveness of corrective actions taken by field operations in response to audits, reportable events, etc. to monitor quality improvementAssist in the preparation and coordination of external inspectionsOversee external inspection visitsPrepare and present reports on quality indicator tracking and trendingAbility and willingness to travel is essential to this positionQualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDValid driver's license. Must also meet and maintain LifeSouth driver's eligibility requirementsAbility to work in a variety of physical environmentsAbility to follow complex oral and written instructions-Basic Computer skills and experience with computer programs such as MS office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)Ability to perform audits, review records and observe processesAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formAbility to work independently and handle multiple assignments concurrentlyAbility to effectively participate in a stress-filled and time-critical team environmentAssociate's or Bachelors degree preferredPrevious blood banking or regulatory experience preferredWho We AreLifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. 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 45 donor centers, 55 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.This is a full-time position. Starting salary range is $19.00 - $20.90 an hour. Criminal background check and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace.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 trainin for the position.LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). LifeSouth is an E-Verify employer.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-###-#### 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.