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Apheresis Nurse
VCU Health System

Discover the new professional opportunities available at VCU Health System. Expand your skill set through technological and professional development at one of the nation’s top teaching hospitals. Join a work environment that is as rewarding as it is challenging.

Take your career to new heights with VCUHS.

DESCRIPTION:

As an Apheresis Nurse for the Department of Pathology at VCUHS, you’ll be responsible for coordinating and performing apheresis procedures among patients of all ages, in a fast-paced environment. On a daily basis, you’ll handle the technical aspects of apheresis equipment and work closely with patients, performing initial consultations, administering apheresis procedures and providing follow-up care.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • VA RN License
  • Skilled at venipuncture
  • Work well in a team environment
  • Ability to critically think and analyze

PREFERRED:

  • Apheresis experience
  • ICU and Pediatric experience

CLOSING:

VCU Health System is a Magnet-designated facility and is honored to be one of Working Mother’s 100 Best Companies. Our outstanding benefits for FT and PT employees include competitive pay, flexible work options, pre-paid tuition for employee and dependents, medical/dental/life/vision/disability, retirement, state-of-the-art child and elder care, concierge service, healthy steps; and much more.

To apply, please complete the online application, discoverVCUHS.com

EOE/AA. VCU Health System appreciates diversity and encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply.

TRANSFUSION MEDICINE ASSOCIATES
LDL – APHERESIS
PART-TIME/PER-DIEM APHERESIS NURSES
www.lowercholesterolsafely.net
1.877.393.5700

Looking for Per Diem Work?

Transfusion Medicine Associates (TMA) is currently looking for several Part-
Time/Per-Diem Apheresis Nurses. We have five (5) private offices located
throughout Southern and Northern California and will train the right person if
interested in treating our patients.

Qualified candidates must have a current CA RN license and is working in an
apheresis, transfusion medicine/blood donor program; hemodialysis experience
will be considered as well. Additionally, we require a minimum 3 to 5 years of
critical/ICU nursing, and strong IV skills. Successful candidates must be flexible,
have strong adapting skills, as well as excellent communications, interpersonal
skills and must be a team player.

Hours and days vary – however a usual ldl-apheresis treatment averages about 6
hours. We only have day shifts available.

TMA offers an excellent compensation, working environment and training for
those that are interested and hired.

Our offices are located in:
Los Angeles, Laguna Hills, San Clemente, Torrance & Burlingame (San Francisco
area).

For more information, visit our website at: www.tmaservice.com. For immediate
consideration, please email Sandra Cramer, at scramer@tmaservice.com, call 310.963.9860 . EOE. M/F/D/V

Quality Specialist, Transfusion Medicine

At the direction of the Director of Transfusion Medicine Service (TMS) and the administrative guidance of the Manager of Clinical Pathology, you will plan, coordinate, monitor and perform TMS Quality System functions including Quality Control, Assurance and Improvement, as well as Document Control and Regulatory Compliance. Requires a BA/BS with MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification, plus 4 years experience in Transfusion Medicine. Must have circumspect problem-solving skills, strong math and computer skills, as well as competence in MS Office. Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills are essential. Familiarity with Hematopoietic Cell Therapies is preferred, as is advanced training/certification in Quality Systems Management.

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center includes a modern 400-bed tertiary care hospital with level one trauma center, research and clinical facilities for Dartmouth Medical School, Norris Cotton Cancer Center, The Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth and the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic. We have been consistently rated one of America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.The Medical Center is located in Lebanon, New Hampshire on the Vermont/New Hampshire border.The area, home to Dartmouth College, is a vibrant academic and professional community offering excellent schools and a lively arts scene in a beautiful rural area.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at:

www.dhmc.org
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
One Medical Center Drive
Lebanon, NH 03756

We are an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action employer

Director of Clinical Operations

General Summary/Overview Statement

NeoStem is managing a network of adult stem cell collection centers in major metropolitan areas in the United States, enabling people to donate and store their own (autologous) stem cells when they are young and healthy for their personal use in times of future medical need. Opportunity to be part of a fast growing, well capitalized, international public company specializing in Adult Stem Cells. Company is looking for a Director of Clinical Operations who is directly responsible for the daily work activities and operation of the NeoStem Donor Program and Client Apheresis Services and Collection Centers (“Network”), as well as the Quality Assurance program of the Network and regulatory responsibilities. This includes onsite visits and support. Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Directs all technical, managerial, computer related and clinical aspects of the Network. Reviews and manages donation practices to maintain high standards of client and donor care. Provides technical expertise, assistance and supervision for all aspects of the daily operation of the Network.
  • Provides communication between physicians, clients and the collection centers on important medical and administrative issues
  • Responsible for the maintenance of technical and administrative operations in accordance with standards as set forth by NeoStem, various State regulations and regulatory agencies including FDA, AABB, JC, CLIA, HIPAA and FACT.
  • Develops, implements and maintains Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in accordance with department policies developed for the Network in order to meet regulatory requirements. Works in conjunction with the President, Chief Medical Officer, and staff to ensure that SOPs are kept up-to-date and revisions made in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Works in conjunction with the President, the Collection Care Coordinators and the recruitment team to increase collections. Enthusiastically encourages increased collections and program growth. Works in conjunction with the President to set goals for collections.
  • Supervises the training and orientation of new collection centers within the Network and new personnel. Participates in the development, review, and implementation of training protocols and training plans.
  • Measures and evaluates site activities, providing statistical reports as required. Prepares, evaluates and presents the Donor/Apheresis Center data for NeoStem as needed/directed.
  • Responsible for implementation of quality assurance program including review of records, proficiency testing, and documentation of corrective action. Maintains compliance with hospital standards and those of outside regulatory agencies. Develop Compliance Unit to assure and improve the quality of outcomes.
  • Assures appropriate and timely deferrals of donors according to standard operating procedures and policies.
  • Participates in the interview and selection process of hiring new staff in conjunction with the Collection Care Coordinator program and field clinical support personnel.
  • Responsible for documentation of on-going competency of all staff in accordance with Network and regulatory standards.
  • Develops/updates performance appraisal plans and participates in evaluation of all staff. Determines staffing needs and administers personnel policies (i.e. as related to hiring, evaluating, and disciplinary activities).
  • Conducts performance evaluations on staff to assure ongoing competencies Takes disciplinary action when appropriate in conjunction and with guidance from the President.
  • Coordinates assignments to meet the daily and variable needs of the Donor/ Apheresis services-- Monitors work assignments and schedules.
  • Represents NeoStem at the Collection Centers and during other Company clinical, trade show or promotional activities per the President.
  • Assists in the preparation of operating and capital budgets in conjunction with the President and Chief Financial Officer.
  • Provides input regarding departmental needs for supplies and staffing for day to day operations and for yearly budgeting. Maintains efficient and cost effective operations and assists in cost benefit analysis to evaluate and recommend expenditures and program policies and activities.
  • Ensures that all billing is done in an accurate and efficient manner. Assists President, Chief Financial Officer and Collection Care Coordinators in reviewing fees and services to ensure for proper billing compliance.
  • Responsible for preventative maintenance of equipment and implementation of new equipment. Provides expertise in all areas of equipment operation and in clinical procedures for blood collection and apheresis.
  • Promotes spirit of professionalism and excellence in performance to the staff. Keeps informed and up to date on developments in the field, encourages same in staff members. Promotes continuing education throughout the organization.
  • Complies with all medical safety requirements. Is knowledgeable about SOP policies concerning fire drills, OSHA regulations, hazardous waste management, chemical hygiene plan, and radiation safety.
  • Takes call for oversight of computer system.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Previous management experience required and preferred Blood Donor /Apheresis management experience
  • Familiarity with FDA, AABB, JC, FACT, DPH and other regulatory requirements.
  • Previous managerial experience in Blood bank / Apheresis strongly preferred
  • Must have excellent writing skills – SOP writing.
  • Ability to work well and learn new computer system.
Skills and Abilities Required
  • Desire to work hard - work long hours when needed (possibility of some weekends)
  • Desire to be at the forefront in helping to expand our program into a large scale collections operation
  • Superior communication skills and the ability to deliver technical and medical information to diverse audiences
  • This position requires travel, as needed
  • Ability to analyze complex problems and take initiative
  • Skill in writing procedures
  • Computer literate - ability to work well and learn new computer system
  • Ability to make logical judgments.
  • Ability to work with people
  • Ability to delegate work as deemed appropriate
  • Ability to manager fluctuating priorities
  • Make decisions quickly and confidently. Function calmly and effectively in stressful situations.
  • Able to delegate authority and responsibility when appropriate.
  • Good communication and writing skills. Skilled in teaching and training.
  • Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively in a collaborative atmosphere
  • Skill in managing personnel.
  • Ability to deal fairly and consistently with all staff.
  • Ability to handle confidential information appropriately in conjunction with NeoStem Privacy Program.

Working Conditions:

  • Donor Room setting (with ability to travel to Network Collection Centers).
  • Will need to go between Corporate Office and Collection Centers, as needed.
  • Busy, sometimes hectic work area, with frequent interruptions.
  • Walking, sitting, standing, occasional lifting.
  • Full-time Monday through Friday (weekends, as needed).

Please send a cover letter and resume to mweinreb@neostem.com or call (212) 584-4181

Saddleback Memorial Medical Center

(Posted 04/15/09) Saddleback memorial Medical Center is a 325-bed, multi-campus hospital located in the rolling coastal hills of Orange County, California. We pride ourselves on our commitment to best practices and providing our employees with every technological advantage. We were recently voted one of the most wired hospitals in America for the seventh consecutive year. We currently have the following opportunity available at our Laguna Hills, CA campus:

RN Coordinator/Donor Center

The RN Coordinator/Donor Center will be responsible for the blood product collection service. This includes donor medical history, consenting, blood collection, donor counseling, and eligibility assessment. This position will maintain a working knowledge of departmental standards and operating procedure. This knowledge includes the use of specialized instrumentation, quality control requirements, and preventive maintenance. The qualified candidate must possess a current CA RN license. CRP certification and 1-3 years of experience as a Donor RN. Excellent IV skills also required.

Please click here to apply online to job number 302577. You may visit our website for further information regarding open positions at both the Laguna Hills and San Clemente campuses. EOE.

Saddleback memorial Medical Center

(Posted 04/15/09) Saddleback memorial Medical Center is a 325-bed, multi-campus hospital located in the rolling coastal hills of Orange County, California. We pride ourselves on our commitment to best practices and providing our employees with every technological advantage. We were recently voted one of the most wired hospitals in America for the seventh consecutive year. We currently have the following opportunity available at our Laguna Hills, CA campus:

RN Coordinator/Donor Center

The RN Coordinator/Donor Center will be responsible for the blood product collection service. This includes donor medical history, consenting, blood collection, donor counseling, and eligibility assessment. This position will maintain a working knowledge of departmental standards and operating procedure. This knowledge includes the use of specialized instrumentation, quality control requirements, and preventive maintenance. The qualified candidate must possess a current CA RN license. CRP certification and 1-3 years of experience as a Donor RN. Excellent IV skills also required.

Please apply online at www.memorialcare.org/saddlebac... to job number 302577. You may visit our website for further information regarding open positions at both the Laguna Hills and San Clemente campuses. EOE.

Stanford Blood Center: Automated Collections Manager

(Posted 07/17/08) Want a job that makes a difference and where you help saves lives? Friendly, energetic individual needed to oversee automated blood collection procedures and staff at the Blood Donor Center. Will plan, develop, implement and evaluate operations, processes and procedures for automated red cell, platelet and plasma collections for allogeneic, research, autologous or designated blood donors. Will develop programs to educate and guide donors into the program(s) for which they are best suited based on blood center directives with the goal of collecting the optimal number of components from each donor. Responsible for automated blood collections and related equipment validations, procedures and forms, equipment procurement and maintenance. Supervises licensed and non-licensed staff, including hiring, discipline, and evaluation. Performs automated apheresis utilizing multiple technologies or acts as Charge Nurse, filling in for absences; performs daily History Card and PDIF reviews when required, and other scheduled audits as assigned. Plans and coordinates collection aspects of research protocols and clinical trials requiring automated collection. Performs analysis of overall automated blood collection performance using statistical tools to identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement. Develops and maintains training plans; coordinates, schedules and may perform supplementary employee training for automated collections processes and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Registered Nurse, Medical Technologist or SBB, with minimum of two years related blood bank experience required. History of progressively responsible positions in Nursing or Healthcare Management required. Two-year minimum degree required. Experience and demonstrated competency on multiple types of automated blood collection technologies required. Use of Microsoft Word required; familiarity with other Microsoft Office programs such as Excel and PowerPoint preferred. Experience in therapeutic apheresis preferred. Superior customer-oriented attitude, ability to cooperatively reach solutions and ability to successfully negotiate difficult interpersonal situations required. Must exemplify customer services attitude. Excellent oral and written communications in English required; bilingual oral and written proficiency preferred.

To apply, please click here. Type in “Automated Collections Manager” in the search field and apply online. You may also email your resume to hsandhu@stanford.edu.

Supervisor Blood Bank and Compliance

(Posted 06/19/08) Rady Children's Hospital Laboratory Services proudly serves San Diego as the region's only designated pediatric trauma center and the only area hospital dedicated solely to pediatric care. Our CAP Accredited Laboratory offers the teamwork environment where patient care and customer service come first.

Come join an experienced, dedicated team of professionals that drive diagnostic quality and specialized testing for our special patients. In San Diego, clinical excellence is Rady Children's Hospital. The Rady Children's blood bank is the primary responsibility. Supporting the supervision of administrative and technical activities for the Laboratory section and its personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Current California State Medical Technologist license
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Four years of laboratory experience under a qualified director

Preferred Qualification:

  • Supervisor experience preferred
  • National Certification or equivalent preferred

Interested candidates can apply on line at www.rchsd.org or email resume to: jduenow@rchsd.org or Fax: 858-966-8585. Phone: 800-869-5627 x7790.
EOE

Nurse Manager, Blood and Donor Services
Children's Hospital of Orange County
Orange, CA

(Posted 06/16/08) Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC), rated as one of Child Magazine's Top Children's Hospitals, is dedicated to nurturing, advancing, and protecting the health and wellbeing of all children. A 232-bed state-of-the-art children's hospital located in the city of Orange, we have earned a strong reputation for leadership in pediatric health care in Southern California and across the country.

The Blood and Donor Services program at CHOC provides comprehensive blood therapy for children. We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse to provide leadership for the coordination of clinical and administrative activities for patients, donors, and associates. You will perform a key role in assuring organizational compliance with FDA cGMPs, as well as AABB, CAP and JCAHO standards.

To qualify, you must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a BSN, CA license, PALS, and BLS. Requires two years of blood donor apheresis and blood collection experience and one year of nursing management or supervisory experience in a clinical area of an acute facility. Two years of pediatric therapeutic apheresis experience preferred.

To learn more about this unique opportunity, please email or call Rossedy Anderson, Employment Manager, at roanderson@choc.org or 714-289-4792. You can aslo visit our website at www.choc.org.

EOE/AAP

RN-Apheresis #6516
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix, Arizona

(Posted 06/12/08) Job satisfaction, great benefits and competitive salaries are just a few reasons why Mayo Clinic has been recognized by Fortune magazine as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work for in America.” Explore what Mayo Clinic can do for your career.

Mayo Clinic has a full-time opening for an Apheresis Registered Nurse at the Phoenix location in the Outpatient Infusion Department (OPIV). OPIV has 10 treatment an procedural bays and provides treatment to patients requiring care in the outpatient setting. The OPIV nurses are specialty educated in placement of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC), accessing of intravascular access devices, assessment of surgically implanted central lines, and the care and maintenance of all central lines.

Qualifications:

  • Current Arizona or Compact State registered nurse licensure required
  • BSN preferred
  • Minimum 1+ years Registered Nurse experience required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate of completion preferred on hire or required within 30 days and maintains
  • Satisfactory completion of ECG competency within six months of hire and maintenance of competence annually
  • Works flexible hours that may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, weekends and on-call.
  • Adapts to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting
  • Exhibits good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong computer skills preferred
  • Maintains ACLS and PALS as required by specific units
  • Maintains specialty certification per unit guidelines
  • Knowledge of FDA regulations and/or FACT standards is preferred
  • Proficiency in patient interviewing, infectious disease testing and screening, therapeutic apheresis, cellular depletion and exchanges, stem cell collection, LDL apheresis, photopheresis and safe handling and labeling of blood products preferred

To build an online application, please visit the Mayo Clinic Web site at www.mayoclinic.org/jobs-sct/. Search under job category Nursing, Job# 6516.

As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, we value diversity. Mayo Clinic conducts reference and background checks; drug testing is required of all new hires.

Market Development Manager - Americas

(Posted 05/06/2008)

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:

Gambro BCT is a world leader in automated blood collections, therapeutic apheresis, as well as an industry leader in automated blood component separation and purification technologies.

Gambro BCT provides technology, products and services to blood centers, hospitals, and scientific, clinical and biotech researchers. Gambro BCT has sales in more than 90 countries and production facilities in the U.S., and Northern Ireland, and employs 1,900 people in 30 countries. Gambro BCT’s annual revenues are approximately USD $395 million. The company is privately held.

Gambro BCT’s corporate offices are located in Lakewood, Colorado, approximately 15 minutes west of Denver.

Gambro BCT’s vision: We improve lives through innovation, quality and services delivered by our people, products and processes in blood component technologies.

Gambro BCT specializes in two market segments — blood bank technologies and therapeutic specialties.

Blood bank technologies — Gambro BCT delivers products and services that enhance blood quality, safety, supply and efficiency through automating the collection of leukoreduced red cells, platelets and plasma. Gambro BCT provides technology to automate blood component laboratories manufacturing processes of whole blood. Finally, we deliver the superior value of Mirasol pathogen reduction technology.

Therapeutic specialties — Gambro BCT delivers a range of technologies that enable advances in medicine through innovations in stem cell and white blood cell collections, cell and tissue processing, and therapeutic apheresis. Therapeutic apheresis is a process removing disease mediators or disease-carrying media from the patient. Cell therapies is the collection of blood cells, including peripheral blood stem cells and monocytes, from a patient or donor’s blood stream, then processing and re-infusing as a part of various treatments.

Gambro BCT invests in research and development to bring our customers innovative new products. Gambro BCT’s key products and systems include the Trima Accel Automated Blood Collection System, Vista Information System, OrbiSac System, Elutra Cell Separation System, COBE Spectra Apheresis System and the COBE 2991 Cell Processor.

You can learn more about the company on their website at http://www.gambrobct.com.
*** PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT www.gambrobct.com ***

POSITION SUMMARY:

Gambro BCT is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Market Development Manager - Americas. This individual will hold responsibility for providing leadership in the areas of strategic direction and objectives, marketing strategies and sales tools, and (product line) problem resolution in a particular market area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Analyze and solve complex and or unusual customer problems in a timely manner.

Working with a high degree of independence, translates customer needs into product conceptualization, development and design objectives and marketing strategies.

Provides leadership during product trials and introductions. Coordinates efforts with manufacturing, engineering, quality, worldwide sales and other functional areas to produce innovative products that meet customer needs.

Establishes and is held accountable for the achievement of sales and market share goals for assigned products.

Collects and analyzes competitor information and tracks sales. Develops and refines marketing, promotional and pricing strategies.

Provide detailed input/feedback to Product Management Team to recommend changes in product design, manufacturing, quality or any other aspect of the product or service.

Develops and coordinates the production of product introduction, sales and support materials, brochures and other tools.

Organizes, coordinates and presents product seminars for customers and sales personnel.

Monitors and analyzes indicators of business performance: Sales versus Forecast (units, revenue, gross profit), actual versus plan selling price, product mix, disposables utilization, competitor information, and other relevant marketing factors.

Develops and implements the introductory business plans for new products or product enhancements to assure proper positioning strategies. Coordinates pre-launch, launch and post-launch activities.

Works closely with the Sales organization and Global Marketing Managers to successfully identify business opportunities, support tools, and new marketing programs in a timely and high quality manner. Requires a thorough understanding of marketplace dynamics as they relate to product, price, distribution, and overall customer financial objectives.

Provides direction on the design and implementation of promotion, sales force collateral, and customer communication materials to ensure consistency with customer’s needs and the selling system approach. Evaluates communication and documentation programs and support tools for effectiveness through customer and sales force feedback as well as objective research. Uses a sales force automation application in compliance with its business rule and user guidelines to disseminate information in all Americas market.

Assists customers and sales personnel through the provision of sales training, clinical in-service assistance and marketing programs.

Assists customers in the optimal use of products.

Special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge necessary to perform in this position is generally acquired through a relevant Bachelor’s degree and 8 or more years of relevant technical or clinical experience, with emphasis in Sales, Marketing or Business.

Extensive knowledge of product applications /therapies and the markets for which the product or products for which the incumbent has responsibility are used.

Demonstrated and effective leadership ability and managerial skills.

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