Red Cell Reference Scientist - Transfusion Lab Specialist

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ability to purchase additional annual leave

Access to salary packaging

14 weeks paid parental leave

Dedicated employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading health organization in Victoria is looking for a Red Cell Reference Scientist to perform specialized scientific testing and problem-solving in a transfusion laboratory. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science in a biomedical discipline and have at least 12 months of experience in red cell serology testing. This role involves standard testing, documentation maintenance, and collaboration with clinical teams for effective blood component release. Competitive salary and benefits such as parental leave and employee assistance programs are included.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months experience in red cell serology testing in a transfusion laboratory.
• Demonstrated experience in performing process deviation management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standardised manual testing of donor and patient samples.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation.
• Identify and escalate abnormal results.
• Collaborate with processing teams on tests impacting urgent blood component release.
• Assist in troubleshooting laboratory equipment issues.
• Support the team in audit processes.
• Provide expert consultation to internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to total quality management principles.

Skills

Red cell serology testing

Teamwork and collaboration

Digital and technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor of Science in a biomedical discipline

Job description

A leading health organization in Victoria is looking for a Red Cell Reference Scientist to perform specialized scientific testing and problem-solving in a transfusion laboratory. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science in a biomedical discipline and have at least 12 months of experience in red cell serology testing. This role involves standard testing, documentation maintenance, and collaboration with clinical teams for effective blood component release. Competitive salary and benefits such as parental leave and employee assistance programs are included.