Supervisor, Immunohematology Reference Laboratory
KA Recruiting Inc.
Job Description
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Supervisor, Immunohematology Reference Laboratory
Seattle, WA | Full-Time
Salary Range: $103,463.70 – $164,852 per year
Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) Required
Join a mission-driven, community-based organization with more than 70 years of leadership in transfusion medicine. We’re looking for a highly experienced Supervisor to lead operations in our Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) — supporting critical care across the region.
What You’ll Do:
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Lead and develop IRL staff, manage schedules, and oversee training and competency assessments
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Maintain quality and regulatory compliance (CLIA, AABB, CAP, FDA)
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Oversee testing accuracy, documentation, and turnaround time
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Support cross-functional projects and continuous improvement using LEAN principles
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Act as subject matter expert in complex antibody identification and rare blood services
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Serve as on-call supervisor and participate in internal audits and external inspections
What We’re Looking For:
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Certification as a Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) – required
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5+ years of lab experience, including 2+ years in immunohematology reference testing
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3+ years of supervisory or lead experience preferred
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Eligibility to perform high-complexity testing under CLIA
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Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to work on-site, participate in an on-call rotation, and occasionally work holidays/weekends
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
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Competitive salary and robust benefits
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4.8–6.8 weeks of paid time off (based on tenure)
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Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance — family plans available
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401a and 403b retirement plans
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Educational reimbursement, subsidized transit, back-up childcare
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Relocation assistance available for out-of-area candidates (conditions apply)
Be part of a team that saves lives every day. Apply now to make a direct impact on patient care across the Pacific Northwest.
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