Req# 28474 Aultman Health Foundation, CANTON, OH AULTMAN HOSPITAL Aultman Health Foundation Full Time, Day Shift, 6a-2:30p / 7a-3:30p DEPARTMENT SUMMARY Under the supervision of the Assistant Manager Blood Bank, performs the following functions. Manages all assigned aspects of the department operations. Manages all personnel within their assigned department. Ensures quality patient care. Assumes additional duties as assigned. PURPOSE OF POSITION Oversees all aspects of the Blood Bank departments including but not limited to accreditation and quality. Works with peers and leadership to achieve hospital and departmental goals. Introduces and demonstrates new procedures, programs, and equipment to departmental and other hospital staff as appropriate. Oversees the selection, training/orientation and evaluates performance of staff. Makes recommendations for personnel actions. Develops, implements, and evaluates the quality and critical aspects of service programs/modalities provided by the department including proficiency testing and quality controls and takes appropriate action to report and address identified issues. Monitors and maintains compliance with all regulatory requirements, accreditation standards and hospital policies. Maintains department and equipment and seeks to develop new program enhancements and strategies. Reviews and develops laboratory policies and procedures. Is responsible for the department's operational excellence and ensures that quality services are delivered in accordance with applicable policies, procedures and professional behavior standards. Collaborates with other departments to create systems and problem solve on issues that impact departmental/organizational goals and patient care delivery. Actively participate in departmental and hospital committees and meetings as appropriate. Other responsibilities as assigned by the HDS Blood Bank Assistant Manager. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree of science is required. Licensure as a medical technologist is required. Leadership experience is preferred, but not required. RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS Perform testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation. Exercise professional judgment in order to recognize, prioritize and facilitate varying test requests and workload in an efficient manner. Participate in quality improvement initiatives. Perform instrument/equipment maintenance according to department guidelines and manufacturer's specifications. SKILLS Demonstrated ability to lead and manage professionals and others through influence and collaboration across multiple departments and locations. Demonstrated success in meeting/exceeding performance expectations, with consistent delivery of results to the satisfaction of internal and external customers. Ability to consistently demonstrate integrity, high energy, initiative, self-confidence and a dedication to diversity and inclusion. Proficiency with personal computer uses necessary for quality monitoring and reporting. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, identity, family status, gender, disability, or veteran status. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work eight hours a day. This unit requires has 24/7 coverage. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ADDENDUM PURPOSE: To identify specific functions job requirements and work environment factors that could affect job performance. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Never Occasional 10-33% Frequent 34-65% Continuous 66% of the day Remarks Lifting x 0-10 lbs x 10-20 lbs x 20-35 lbs x 35-50 lbs x 50-75 lbs x 7