OneBlood·Tallahassee, Florida
Performs quality assurance and regulatory audits to ensure compliance within regulated departments. Prepares deficiency reports, initiates corrective actions, and assists with regulatory and accrediting inspections.
Overview Performs quality assurance and regulatory work.
Conducts audits, validations and process review for regulated departments within the organization and prepares written reports of any deficiencies.
Completes documents required for compliance and regulatory submissions.
Participates in inspections and provides regulatory guidance to staff.
This role is based at the Tallahassee main location, and the selected candidate will be required to report there.
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the duties and responsibilities performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Performs quality assurance and regulatory work in accordance with organizational SOP and regulatory standards Conducts audits and reviews of processes and procedures for compliance Prepares written reports based on trends from inspection/audit findings and initiates corrective actions Assists in the development and implementation of new procedures and regulatory requirements Completes documents required for compliance and regulatory submissions Participates in regulatory and accrediting inspections, organizing pre-inspection documents, preparing reports and maintaining records.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Associates Degree in biological science or related field and three (3) years experience in blood bank setting; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience. Prior experience with blood bank systems requirements and procedures preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND DESIGNATIONS: None
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply federal, state and accrediting agency regulations Ability to formulate, initiate, and administer policies and procedures for effective fiscal control Ability to organize work for timely completion Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Skill in operating office equipment Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office applications Ability to travel up to 25% of the time Ability to commute with personal transportation. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 20 pounds). May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking or standing. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Functions are regularly performed inside without potential for exposure to adverse conditions, such as inclement weather, atmospheric elements and pathogenic substances. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. OneBlood is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability/Other Protected Categories
Requires an Associate's degree in biological science or a related field with three years of experience in a blood bank setting. Must have the ability to interpret federal and state regulations and travel up to 25% of the time.
Market context
In Florida, Quality Assurance Specialist roles in blood bank settings are typically driven by the need to maintain compliance, documentation, and product safety in highly regulated environments. These positions are competitive because employers often look for candidates who can interpret federal and state regulations, work from a related science background, and handle travel requirements. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare expectations, then confirm your blood bank experience and regulatory familiarity before applying.
