Blood Bank Immunohematology Technologist I

American Red Cross; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental Vision plans

PTO starting at 15 days/year

401K with match

Holidays: 11 paid holidays

Job summary

The American Red Cross in Indiana is seeking an IRL Technologist to perform donor and patient testing, interpret results for donor-recipient compatibility, and resolve complex serologic issues. You will provide intermediate reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services.

The role requires MT (ASCP) certification, a biology/chemistry degree, and at least 1 year of related lab experience, with state licensure as applicable. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• MT (ASCP) certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry.
• One year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. MLT (ASCP) certification with 4 years of general laboratory experience can be substituted.
• Licensure if required by state.
• Good written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work on a team.

Responsibilities

• Resolving compatibility problems, and providing complex reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services.
• Performing automated and manual test procedures on blood samples.
• Managing receipt, coordination, shipment, and transport of patient and donor blood samples and documenting supply and equipment problems.
• Managing reagent inventory (ordering, receiving, inspection and preparation).
• Recognizing/resolving testing irregularities and assisting other Medical Technologists in problem resolution.
• Consulting with staff at other medical facilities, to resolve complex serologic problems and providing special units to transfusion recipients.
• Performing manufacturing duties associated with special blood products, if applicable.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

1 year experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry

Job description

The American Red Cross in Indiana is seeking an IRL Technologist to perform donor and patient testing, interpret results for donor-recipient compatibility, and resolve complex serologic issues. You will provide intermediate reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services.

The role requires MT (ASCP) certification, a biology/chemistry degree, and at least 1 year of related lab experience, with state licensure as applicable. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.