Blood Banking Technologist

Company: Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics
Location: Pompano Beach
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

The Career Potential

Ortho Clinical Diagnostics is committed to improving and saving lives with diagnostics. To do this we hire people who share this dream and are ready for new adventures. As a valued team member, you will carve your own career path and be part of building this company stronger and better than ever before. There is no limit to the experiences, opportunities and new directions you will have access to here at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics. More importantly, you will be driving the surge of a whole new direction in important medicine. That's something we can all take pride in as we take this journey together.

Ortho is known in the industry as a leader in customer service and support. Deeply understanding and exceeding the needs of our clinical lab, hospital and blood bank customers is what we do. It's who we are. If you join Ortho, no matter what your role, you will be expected to keep that Customer Excellence focus in your work.

The Opportunity

As the company continues to grow, we are seeking a Blood Banking Technologist that will participate in product validation projects, perform root cause investigations of product failure and non-conformance investigations of moderate complexity. Maintain laboratory equipment and perform support functions for the laboratory. This position is located in Pompano Beach, FL.

The Responsibilities

• Lead project qualifications and validations of a moderate complexity. Prepare basic reports, including protocols, testing analysis, and summary reports.

• Under general supervision, plan, design, and perform diagnostic assay activities towards root cause investigations of product failures, nonconformances, and customer complaints.

• Initiate change requests and associated change documents for project validations and product improvement studies. Create, revise, and approve controlled documents as required.

• Maintain the Product Support Laboratory; including laboratory equipment calibrations/PMs and general laboratory maintenance duties.

• Provide technical support for on-going Process Improvement Projects, including but not limited to, supplier obsolescence, supplier changes to raw materials, and changes to internal testing procedure/processes.

• Participate in scientific meetings that may require presentation and analysis of technical findings. Includes working cross-departmentally within micro typing systems (MTS) or other Ortho locations.

• Maintain working knowledge of cGMP requirements to ensure adherence to compliance policies and regulations. Wear the appropriate PPE when working in the laboratory and manufacturing environments. Proactively maintain a clean and safe work environment by performing sanitizing and housekeeping duties.

• Carry out duties in compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines including FDA, TUV, EPA and OSHA. Knowledge of 21CFR Part 820 and ISO 9001 standards.

• Assist in internal and external audit preparation and participation, as needed.

The Individual

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related science.

• Minimum 2 years' clinical laboratory experience or minimum 2 years' experience associated with operations or manufacturing of a FDA regulated product.

• Demonstrated laboratory knowledge and skills related to theory, techniques, processes, procedures, equipment and materials necessary to perform the job effectively.

• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability.

• Ability to prioritize within a changing business environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to complete work within a pre-defined timeline and demonstrate a sense of urgency.

• Proficient in the use of lab equipment. Strong troubleshooting ability of the equipment.

• Basic computer skills i.e. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

• ASCP or AABB Certification preferred.

• State Laboratorian License preferred.

• Experience in Blood Banking preferred.

EOE/AA Disability/Veteran

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