Center Medical Director

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the medical and laboratory operations, ensuring they are conducted with the highest standards of care and compliance.
• Serve as the primary contact for health departments and regulatory agencies, ensuring all procedures meet CLIA regulations.
• Monitor donor suitability, safety, and product quality, providing valuable insights to enhance operations.

• Empower and equip the medical staff with the necessary training and certifications, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
• Provide compassionate guidance during challenging donor reactions and support in confidential counseling for those with concerning test results.

• Establish and maintain a quality-focused approach to laboratory testing, ensuring accuracy and reliability in every aspect.
• Regularly review quality assurance reports and test results, ensuring that all procedures are followed meticulously.
• Create a safe and supportive laboratory environment, ensuring it meets all physical and environmental standards.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including 21 CFR 630.3(i) and 21 CFR 630.5, safeguarding both donors and staff.
• Manage donor counseling, testing, and follow-up care with a focus on safety and well-being.

• Offer constructive feedback to Center Operations Management and the Quality Assurance team, working together to continually improve processes.
• Participate in senior leadership meetings, contributing your expertise to help guide the Center’s success.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine with the appropriate state licenses
• Certification in anatomic or clinical pathology is ideal, though equivalent qualifications will be considered
• A minimum of one year directing or supervising laboratory testing, with a focus on quality and safety, or 20 continuing medical education credits or equivalent laboratory training
• A valid state-issued medical license in good standing is required.
• Board certifications as applicable to the role.

Work Environment

• You will occasionally be involved in more hands-on activities, including lifting or moving.
• This role involves frequent use of hands, fingers, and wrists, with some exposure to hazardous chemicals and bloodborne pathogens.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided and required for specific tasks or areas.