Blood Bank Manager Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the blood bank manager position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for autologous blood therapy services as required, including set-up of autologous blood therapy devices according to established policies and procedures.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Communicates with the blood suppliers
• Performs lab tests of an unusual nature
• Performs general clerical and technical duties when understaffed or in emergencies
• Maintains periodical checks of equipment and records this in the Preventive Maintenance manual
• Organizes the Operating Room schedule so that patients due for surgery the following day will have adequate supply of blood
• Plans and maintains adequate staffing for the department
• Determines inventory levels and procures blood components, reagents, and supplies
• Monitors and reports on outdating, discards, and wastage of blood resources

Please consider me for the blood bank manager opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for guidance to clinical leadership and staff on translating safety practice theory to bedside care and engages staff in efficient and effective methods of practice.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Drive action plan and communication in case of Field Action deployment
• A demonstrated track record of execution and achievement in Marketing or Market Development role
• MT(ASCP) or CT (ASCP) or HTL (ASCP)
• General knowledge of all types of clinical laboratory procedures including hematology, chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis and blood banking
• Knowledge of managerial skills and techniques
• Adept in accounting, statistics, and collecting data to prepare and analyze statistical and financial reports
• Comfortable managing office routines
• Effectively execute decisions necessary to the success of the lab

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the blood bank manager position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for management of the Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Service and Microbiology(limited) Departments in the Clinical Laboratory.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Performs daily review of transfusions, exceptions, discrepancies, accessions, transfusion reactions, special requests
• Reviews quality assurance tests of reagents and equipment, and blood components
• Reviews the recording and reporting of test results and interpretations
• Prior experience in supervision
• Current CA CLS License
• Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
• Demonstrates proficiency with Immunohematology and blood banking management and molecular blood group genotyping
• Resourceful and collaborative as a team member with minimal supervision

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the blood bank manager position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for leadership over services to assure safe, cost effective, quality care delivery in the clinical area based on regulatory, accrediting and professional practice standards, and the philosophy, policies and procedures for Sterile Processing.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• State Licensure, where applicable (CA, FL, and NY require state licensing)
• Proven experience in the areas of laboratory supervision, Laboratory Information's System (LIS) requirements and workflow needs and technical capabilities
• Computer proficient with multiple software programs, including MS Office Suite, and Laboratory Management Systems
• Technical knowledge of the operation, products, technology shifts and applications in the Blood Bank, Hematology and Automated Urinalysis sections of the clinical laboratory
• Microbiology product related/application experience
• Strategic Development experience (GTM Strategy, Market assessment, business plan development)
• Strong financial acumen and logical decision making in the general business environment
• Lead the strategy and execution of activities to increase loyalty of current customers, generating additional revenue opportunities, and selling in additional BEC Dx products and solutions

I would like to submit my application for the blood bank manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for subject matter expertise in chemistry, including a strong understanding of applications and techniques used in chemistry laboratories.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• A current New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license or ASCP certification with eligibility to apply for a NY license preferred
• Certification as a Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) preferred
• Strong experience in formulating and managing budgets
• Knowledge of New York and New Jersey regulatory oversight
• Prior supervisor experience managing several direct reports
• Experience in a high volume clinical laboratory environment is preferred
• Strong working knowledge of CLIA, CAP and relevant state regulations
• Proven success in training and developing both technical and non-technical employees