Title:

Supervising Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Blood Bank)

Job Type:

Regular

Company:

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

Department:

Transfusion Services

Time Type:

Full time

Weekly Hours:

40

FTE:

1

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

About the Role:
At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, safe and timely blood transfusion services are an essential part of patient care. As the Blood Bank Supervisor, you will lead the daily operations of our blood bank and donor center, helping ensure that patients have access to the blood products and laboratory services they need when they need them most.

In this leadership role, you'll oversee both technical and non-technical team members, support laboratory operations, and serve as a key resource for physicians, laboratory staff, and organizational leadership. Your expertise will help maintain the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance while supporting life-saving patient care.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced laboratory professional who enjoys leading teams, mentoring staff, and ensuring operational excellence in a complex healthcare environment.

The starting annual salary for this position is $91,298 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package. There will be an additional assignment pay differential of $8,320 and an additional geographic differential of $4,580.


What You'll Do:
Lead the day-to-day operations of the blood bank and donor center
Supervise and support technical and non-technical staff responsible for transfusion services
Coordinate activities related to blood product collection, processing, storage, testing, and distribution
Help ensure blood products are available to support patient treatment needs
Perform, monitor, and review laboratory testing procedures, including complex testing activities
Maintain high standards for quality, accuracy, and patient safety
Support compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements
Assist with staff training, development, scheduling, and performance management
Collaborate with physicians, laboratory leaders, and multidisciplinary care teams
Provide administrative and operational support to department leadership
Identify opportunities to improve processes, workflow efficiency, and service delivery
Help maintain a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement


What You'll Bring:
We're looking for a strong leader with a passion for laboratory excellence and patient care.

Successful candidates will have:
Experience working in blood banking, transfusion services, or a clinical laboratory environment
Leadership or supervisory experience with the ability to guide and develop teams
Strong knowledge of laboratory quality, safety, and regulatory standards
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
The ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A commitment to delivering exceptional service and maintaining high-quality patient care
The ability to balance operational priorities while supporting staff and stakeholders

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who enjoys mentoring others, improving processes, and ensuring the highest standards of laboratory performance.


Why You'll Love Working Here:
At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, every member of our team contributes to a mission of transforming cancer care, research, and treatment.

Here, you'll find:
Meaningful work that directly impacts patient outcomes
Opportunities to lead and develop a skilled laboratory team
A collaborative environment where expertise and innovation are valued
Access to advanced technology and specialized healthcare services
A culture built on compassion, respect, and excellence
The opportunity to work for a nationally recognized leader in cancer care and research

Join us and help lead the critical services that support patient care, advance treatment, and make a difference in the lives of patients and families every day.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience
License Requirement
1. Possession of a full license to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the State of New York; or
2. Eligibility for full licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the State of New York; or
3. Physician licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy in the State of New York.

Education and Experience
1. Doctorate degree in one of the chemical, physical or biological sciences and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in a clinical laboratory or blood bank; or
2. Master’s degree in one of the chemical, physical or biological sciences and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in a clinical laboratory or blood bank; or
3. Bachelor’s degree in one of the chemical, physical or biological sciences and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time experience as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in a clinical laboratory or blood bank; or
4. Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or laboratory science and the equivalent of four (4) years of full-time experience as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in a clinical laboratory or blood bank.

NOTES:
1. As a condition of continued employment, full license eligible incumbents must obtain and maintain the full Clinical Laboratory Technologist licensure in the State of New York within six (6) months of their appointment to this title.
2. Possession of the Clinical Laboratory Technologist licensure supersedes educational requirements listed above, as stated in section 58-1.5 (b) of the NYS Codes, Rules and Regulations.
3. The applicable clinical laboratory or blood bank experience must be from a clinical laboratory or blood bank as defined in Section 571 of the New York State Public Health Law.
4. Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Our Core Values

RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.

Historical Compensation Information Statement 

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected].