Assistant Supervisor

Description:

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University—Brooklyn’s only academic medical center and one of the nation’s top-ranked institutions in healthcare education—is seeking a highly skilled Assistant Supervisor, Blood Bank to join their Department of Clinical Laboratories. This full-time, on-site role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for experienced professionals in transfusion medicine and laboratory management.

As an integral member of the Blood Bank team, the Assistant Supervisor will oversee daily laboratory operations, ensure regulatory compliance, coordinate quality assurance activities, and assist in managing staff workflows for operational efficiency. The role requires strong leadership in a clinical setting with a focus on delivering quality patient care and laboratory excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily blood bank operations in accordance with hospital, departmental, and government regulations.

• Ensure timely and accurate testing of specimens and reporting of results.

• Review quality control (QC) data and participate in performance improvement initiatives.

• Maintain accurate records of test results, QC data, and inventory logs.

• Reassign or shift staff duties as needed to maintain seamless laboratory workflow.

• Coordinate various administrative functions related to laboratory operations.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by laboratory leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• License: Valid New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist License.

• Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent credits) in Medical Technology, Physical Science, or Biological Science.

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in a blood bank or transfusion services laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification: ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) certification is highly desirable.

Work Schedule:

• Days/Hours: Variable days and variable hours, offering some flexibility based on department needs.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Grade: SL-4

• Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and qualifications (exact figures discussed after conditional offer due to Executive Order 161).

• Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, and opportunities for professional development within a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Equal Opportunity Commitment:

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, actively welcoming women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and underrepresented groups. The university values diversity and inclusivity in all employment practices.