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Blood Distribution/Production Specialist PT 2nd shift

Versiti Blood Center of Michigan · Grand Rapids, MI · 2 wk ago
ManufacturingPart-time

About the role

Under the direction of the department leadership, prepares quality biological blood components within the prescribed time following regulatory and operational standards as specified in the Standard Operating Procedures and departmental procedures.

Schedule

  • 4 PM to 12:30 AM, 3 days a week, rotating shifts to weekends every 3 weekends
  • Weekend hours: 2 PM to 10:30 PM
  • Weekday work days are flexible
  • Evening and weekend shift differentials apply

Responsibilities

  • Manufactures Red Blood Cells (RBCs), Fresh Frozen Plasma and Recovered Plasma
  • Manufactures Neonatal RBCs
  • Sterile docks Pedipaks to Platelet Apheresis, Neonatal RBCs
  • Performs leukoreduction of Whole Bloods and RBCs
  • Manufactures Cryoprecipitate, Pooled Cryoprecipitate and Cryo Reduced Plasma
  • Labels products to meet regulatory and inventory requirements
  • Manufactures additional specialty products as needed by customer base
  • Follows procedures pertaining to the proper storage of RBCs, platelet products and frozen products
  • Performs and documents equipment function checks and QC as required
  • Maintains a level of productivity that allows department to achieve production goals
  • Works weekend, holiday rotations and on-call, as needed
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience

  • Less than 1 year of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to read, interpret, and write documents such as operating forms, operating and maintenance instructions, and other department manuals
  • Above average attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions
  • Aptitude for computers and data entry skills
  • Ability to manage interruptions in a fast-paced environment
  • Customer service and communication skills
  • Able to organize work to provide productive workflow needed in component manufacturing
  • Flexibility to work independently and with a team
  • Organized, able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks at one time
  • Ability and availability to work a flexible working schedule as required based on volume and timing of blood collections
  • Ability to work independently with limited written or oral instruction
  • Understands military time

Tools and Technology

  • General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine)
  • Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Software systems (Blood Establishment Computer Systems, Title21)
  • Lab specific equipment, including, but not limited to: Sealers, Centrifuge, Water bath, Scales

Pay

Target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.

Benefits

Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employees 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

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