Manager, Blood Bank

Adventist Health • Glendale, CA

9h

About The Position

Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the
area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two
urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope
of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the
development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation
from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban
living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and
outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the
thriving, diverse community since 1905.

Job Summary:

Leads and manages the operations of the Blood Bank, ensuring the effectiveness,
efficiency, and quality of all departmental services. Provides overall direction
and supervision of departmental staff, including recruitment, training,
performance management, and development. Oversees departmental budgeting, supply
management, policies and procedures, quality assurance, and compliance with all
applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Collaborates with
pathologists, directors, and laboratory leadership to align blood bank services
with organizational goals. Supervises and directs the activities of various
levels of assigned personnel using both professional and supervisory discretion
and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) or equivalent state licensure: Required

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Five years’ clinical laboratory experience, including blood bank/transfusion services: Preferred
• Two year's leadership experience: Preferred
• Certification in Blood Banking (ASCP or equivalent): Preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversees and administers medical and technical policies, processes, and procedures for blood bank operations, including test performance, consultative services, and patient/donor safety. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of laboratory and transfusion medicine best practices, regulations, and accreditation standards; ensures departmental compliance at all times.
• Directs the financial management of the Blood Bank, including budgeting, cost control, charge capture, billing, and compliance with all payer requirements.
• Provides leadership for departmental quality assurance and quality control programs; reviews patient and QC results, monitors trends, and ensures corrective action as needed.
• Manages staffing levels, assignments, and schedules to ensure adequate coverage and optimal departmental operations; provides training, feedback, and performance evaluations. Investigates laboratory issues, identifies root causes, and implements process improvements to enhance service quality and safety.
• Collaborates with pathologists, directors, laboratory managers, and other leaders to develop and implement long-term goals for blood bank and laboratory services across the system. Supports departmental and site-level operational alignment and ensures business continuity through collaboration with other laboratory managers.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager