IRL / Blood Bank Manager

Location: Near Elmwood Park, Illinois
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Days
Compensation: Competitive pay, discussed during interview
Sign-On Bonus: Potentially available
Relocation Assistance: Potentially available

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced IRL / Blood Bank Manager to lead and oversee blood bank and immunohematology laboratory operations near Elmwood Park, IL.

This leadership opportunity is ideal for a qualified laboratory professional with strong blood bank experience and the ability to manage laboratory operations, staff, quality initiatives, and regulatory compliance. The manager will play a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and safe blood bank services while supporting a collaborative and patient-centered environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the Blood Bank and Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL).

• Provide leadership, supervision, and technical guidance to laboratory staff.

• Ensure accurate and timely performance of blood bank and immunohematology testing.

• Oversee blood product inventory, compatibility testing, transfusion services, and related laboratory processes.

• Develop, implement, and monitor quality control and quality assurance programs.

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards.

• Manage staffing, scheduling, performance evaluations, and employee development.

• Recruit, train, and mentor laboratory personnel as needed.

• Monitor laboratory workflows, productivity, and operational performance.

• Assist with troubleshooting complex testing issues and resolving technical problems.

• Maintain appropriate policies, procedures, and documentation.

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, laboratory leadership, and other clinical departments.

• Participate in process improvement initiatives and support the implementation of new technologies or procedures.

• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, teamwork, and patient safety.

Qualifications

• College degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related field required.

• ASCP and/or SBB certification required.

• Prior blood bank and laboratory leadership/management experience required.

• Strong knowledge of immunohematology and transfusion medicine.

• Experience with laboratory quality management and regulatory requirements.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to effectively lead a multidisciplinary laboratory team.

Schedule

• Full-time, permanent position

• Day shift

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation, discussed during the interview process

• Potential sign-on bonus

• Potential relocation assistance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Location

This position is located near Elmwood Park, Illinois, with convenient access to the greater Chicago area.

If you're an experienced Blood Bank/IRL laboratory professional with leadership experience looking for an opportunity to take the next step in your career, this position offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for continued professional growth.

Sign on and Relocation bonuses may be available! 

• To apply, email your resume to marina@ka-recruiting.com or call/text 617-430-7080. I will call you as soon as I receive your application!
• OR Apply to this ad!