Manager Blood Center

Location : Lee Memorial Hospital -2776 Cleveland Ave Fort Myers FL 33901

Department : Lab - Donor Svs

Work Type : Full Time

Shift : Shift 1

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate : $31.15 - $42.04 / hour

Summary

At Lee Health, were committed to providing exceptional care to our community and that starts with strong, mission-driven leadership. As the Manager of our Blood Center, youll oversee the vital operations that ensure a safe and steady blood supply for patients across Southwest Florida. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, shape strategy, and make a direct impact on lives every single day.

What Youll Do

Lead the technical operations of mobile and fixed-site blood collections, including planning, staffing, workflows, and quality oversight.

Oversee apheresis services- develop protocols, ensure compliance, and monitor safety and performance metrics.

Partner with the Laboratory Medical Director, Blood Center Director, and System Lab leadership to define and achieve strategic goals.

Ensure regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and best practices across all donor operations.

Coach, mentor, and develop your team - inspire high performance, continuous learning, and staff engagement.

Drive process improvement initiatives, cost controls, and operational efficiencies.

Who We are Looking For :

Must-Have :

Minimum 3 years supervisory / management experience in a blood center or laboratory environment.

Demonstrated knowledge of apheresis procedures (operation, safety, troubleshooting).

Experience in blood collection / donor services.

Highly Preferred :

Registered Nurse (RN) background or clinical experience.

Certified SBB (Specialist in Blood Banking) or eligibility for certification.

Experience with mobile blood drives and fixed-site operations.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Education :

Bachelors degree (B.S. / B.A.) OR equivalent advanced education / training in a relevant field.

• US : FL : Fort Myers