UC Davis Health
Transfusion Safety Officer
Job Summary
The Transfusion Safety Officer (TSO) is responsible for managing the Patient Blood Management Program to ensure that all transfusion‑related activities promote patient safety, comply with all hospital policies and procedures, and meet or exceed the standards of CDPH, Joint Commission, FDA, AABB, and other accreditation and regulatory agencies. The TSO collaborates with all levels of clinical and medical personnel to formulate strategies to evaluate transfusion management processes and provide recommendations for improvement. The TSO will assist in establishing and administering policies, processes, resources, and procedures to support blood management and utilization models that meet regulatory standards and guidelines based on evidence‑based transfusion medicine practices. Additionally, the TSO will develop a process to track, audit, and analyze key performance metrics and recommend actions to reduce costs, improve safety, and enhance treatment efficacy. The TSO serves as a resource to nurses, medical and laboratory staff for blood management and administration issues, prepares and presents educational materials, and manages the annual Program budget and financial reporting. The role requires high autonomy and collaboration with the Blood Bank Medical Director, technical leadership, quality specialists, and clinical leadership to maintain safety protocols and procedures in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
Apply By Date : February 2, 2026 at 11:59pm. Selection activities may start at any time.
Minimum Qualifications
BSN or equivalent nursing degree.
Minimum three (3) years of direct clinical experience in patient transfusion.
Advanced critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills to manage complex information and responsibilities.
Advanced interpersonal skills for collaboration with clinical and technical staff and external regulatory agencies, and for mentoring lower‑level QI staff.
Ability to analyze, evaluate, interpret, and correlate data; prepare reports using applicable software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio); and present reports to departmental and hospital committees.
Preferred Qualifications
Current California State nursing license.
Four or more years of Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine/Blood Infusion experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including leading discussions, delivering presentations, and preparing concise reports and action memos.
Proficient in quality assurance, quality improvement, benchmarking, metrics, data analysis, and audit processes.
Strong strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
Project management experience with timely completion of quality improvement projects.
Experience collecting data using Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), EPIC EMR, RL Solutions.
Knowledge of state, federal, hospital, and departmental regulations and requirements related to Transfusion Services.
Caution and discretion in handling confidential information.
Key Responsibilities
35% – Technical/Clinical
30% – Utilization Management
20% – Quality and Risk Activities
15% – Professional and Educational Activities
Department Overview The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a large, diverse, multi‑site department that aims to create a healthier world through innovation in public health, education, technology, and research. The department provides high‑quality diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients within UCDHS and its affiliates. Laboratories are licensed by the State of California, certified by CLIA, and accredited by CAP, AABB, and FACT.
Position Information
Salary: $9,283.33 – $19,150.00 (monthly)
Grade: 230
Job Code: 004916
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff – Career
Percentage of Time: 100%
Shift: Day
Location: Broadway Building (HSP072)
Union Representation: HX‑Represented
Benefits Eligible: Yes
100% on‑site position
Benefits
High‑quality, low‑cost medical plans for you and your family.
UC pays for dental and vision insurance premiums.
Extensive leave benefits, including pregnancy, parental, and family & medical leave.
Paid holidays, time off, and vacation as per UC Davis Health Policies or collective bargaining agreement.
Continuing education allowance and education reimbursement program.
Free professional development courses and learning opportunities.
WorkLife and wellness programs and resources.
On‑site employee assistance program with free mental health services.
Supplemental insurance options, including life, short‑/long‑term disability, pet, and legal coverage.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and student loan repayment assistance for qualified roles.
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles, including pension and other retirement saving plans.
Physical Demands
Standing – occasional up to 3 hours.
Walking – occasional up to 3 hours.
Sitting – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Lifting/Carrying 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/Pulling 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Bending/Stooping – occasional up to 3 hours.
Squatting/Kneeling – occasional up to 3 hours.
Twisting – occasional up to 3 hours.
Reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours.
Keyboard use/repetitive motion – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Complex problem solving/reasoning – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Ability to organize & prioritize – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Communication skills – continuous 6 to 8+ hours.
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours.
Constant interaction – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Customer/Patient contact – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke‑ and tobacco‑free campus. Smoking, smokeless tobacco, and unregulated nicotine products are strictly prohibited on any UC Davis property, indoors or outdoors, including parking lots and residential spaces.
Special Requirements
Employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s), and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
Position is mandated to report under CANRA and UC policy, requiring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and training requirements.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging We’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. To learn more about our background check program, please visit
our background check program page .
To view the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit:
Anti-Discrimination Policy .
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The Transfusion Safety Officer (TSO) is responsible for managing the Patient Blood Management Program to ensure that all transfusion‑related activities promote patient safety, comply with all hospital policies and procedures, and meet or exceed the standards of CDPH, Joint Commission, FDA, AABB, and other accreditation and regulatory agencies. The TSO collaborates with all levels of clinical and medical personnel to formulate strategies to evaluate transfusion management processes and provide recommendations for improvement. The TSO will assist in establishing and administering policies, processes, resources, and procedures to support blood management and utilization models that meet regulatory standards and guidelines based on evidence‑based transfusion medicine practices. Additionally, the TSO will develop a process to track, audit, and analyze key performance metrics and recommend actions to reduce costs, improve safety, and enhance treatment efficacy. The TSO serves as a resource to nurses, medical and laboratory staff for blood management and administration issues, prepares and presents educational materials, and manages the annual Program budget and financial reporting. The role requires high autonomy and collaboration with the Blood Bank Medical Director, technical leadership, quality specialists, and clinical leadership to maintain safety protocols and procedures in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
Apply By Date : February 2, 2026 at 11:59pm. Selection activities may start at any time.
Minimum Qualifications
BSN or equivalent nursing degree.
Minimum three (3) years of direct clinical experience in patient transfusion.
Advanced critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills to manage complex information and responsibilities.
Advanced interpersonal skills for collaboration with clinical and technical staff and external regulatory agencies, and for mentoring lower‑level QI staff.
Ability to analyze, evaluate, interpret, and correlate data; prepare reports using applicable software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio); and present reports to departmental and hospital committees.
Preferred Qualifications
Current California State nursing license.
Four or more years of Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine/Blood Infusion experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including leading discussions, delivering presentations, and preparing concise reports and action memos.
Proficient in quality assurance, quality improvement, benchmarking, metrics, data analysis, and audit processes.
Strong strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
Project management experience with timely completion of quality improvement projects.
Experience collecting data using Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), EPIC EMR, RL Solutions.
Knowledge of state, federal, hospital, and departmental regulations and requirements related to Transfusion Services.
Caution and discretion in handling confidential information.
Key Responsibilities
35% – Technical/Clinical
30% – Utilization Management
20% – Quality and Risk Activities
15% – Professional and Educational Activities
Department Overview The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine is a large, diverse, multi‑site department that aims to create a healthier world through innovation in public health, education, technology, and research. The department provides high‑quality diagnostic and therapeutic care to patients within UCDHS and its affiliates. Laboratories are licensed by the State of California, certified by CLIA, and accredited by CAP, AABB, and FACT.
Position Information
Salary: $9,283.33 – $19,150.00 (monthly)
Grade: 230
Job Code: 004916
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type: Staff – Career
Percentage of Time: 100%
Shift: Day
Location: Broadway Building (HSP072)
Union Representation: HX‑Represented
Benefits Eligible: Yes
100% on‑site position
Benefits
High‑quality, low‑cost medical plans for you and your family.
UC pays for dental and vision insurance premiums.
Extensive leave benefits, including pregnancy, parental, and family & medical leave.
Paid holidays, time off, and vacation as per UC Davis Health Policies or collective bargaining agreement.
Continuing education allowance and education reimbursement program.
Free professional development courses and learning opportunities.
WorkLife and wellness programs and resources.
On‑site employee assistance program with free mental health services.
Supplemental insurance options, including life, short‑/long‑term disability, pet, and legal coverage.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness and student loan repayment assistance for qualified roles.
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles, including pension and other retirement saving plans.
Physical Demands
Standing – occasional up to 3 hours.
Walking – occasional up to 3 hours.
Sitting – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Lifting/Carrying 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Pushing/Pulling 0–25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours.
Bending/Stooping – occasional up to 3 hours.
Squatting/Kneeling – occasional up to 3 hours.
Twisting – occasional up to 3 hours.
Reaching overhead – occasional up to 3 hours.
Keyboard use/repetitive motion – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Mental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Complex problem solving/reasoning – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Ability to organize & prioritize – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Communication skills – continuous 6 to 8+ hours.
Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours.
Constant interaction – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Customer/Patient contact – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Multiple concurrent tasks – frequent 3 to 6 hours.
Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke‑ and tobacco‑free campus. Smoking, smokeless tobacco, and unregulated nicotine products are strictly prohibited on any UC Davis property, indoors or outdoors, including parking lots and residential spaces.
Special Requirements
Employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s), and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.
Position is mandated to report under CANRA and UC policy, requiring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and training requirements.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging We’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. To learn more about our background check program, please visit
our background check program page .
To view the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit:
Anti-Discrimination Policy .
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