Blood Lab Coordinator

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Coordinates activities of the appropriate Laboratory section including responsibility for problem solving, systems control, equipment maintenance, writing and updating procedure manuals, and inventory/ordering supplies.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under general supervision, follows established company policies and procedures and applies acquired job skills to follow outlined procedures to complete blood validation and verification testing in and In-Vitro environment.
• Ensure medical instruments are functional, calibrated and operating properly.
• Collect data on units under test and reference units per the policies and procedures.
• Ensure the policies and procedures are accurate and effective based on current device requirements. Oversee revision changes as required.
• Validate procedures as assigned.
• Ensure materials and supplies are adequate to complete production operations.
• Schedule and ensure that blood is available without expiration for blood lab operations.
• Ensure the blood lab is clean and minimize bio-hazards through normal safety practices.
• Chair of the Calibration Committee to review the Blood Lab calibration status as well as correlations to outside measurement standards.
• Conduct special experiments to forward the Crit-Line technology and improve dialysis standard of care.
• Adheres to policies regarding Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensure others are appropriately safe during blood lab visits or experiments.
• Escalates issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.
• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION :

• High School Diploma required; Associate's Degree desirable; and Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 1 - 2 years' related experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be well organized, detail-oriented with the ability to work with various departments in a professional manner.
• In-depth knowledge of blood treatment practices and data collection.
• Excellent communication with management, peers and facility personnel.
• Ability to work unsupervised.

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Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.