Blood Bank Lab Specialist - PRN - NIGHTS

OU Medical Center; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Blood Bank Lab Specialist for PRN night shifts in the Blood Bank department. The role involves performing routine immunohematology testing, processing and labeling blood components, and maintaining instruments in a high-standard clinical lab.

Qualifications include MT/MLS/CLS/BB program or MLT associate degree and at least two years of blood bank experience, with national certification required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from MT/MLS/CLS/BB program or an Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Minimum 2 years of blood bank experience.
• Certification through ASCP, AMT, AABB, or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine immunohematology testing.
• Processes and labels blood components and pediatric aliquots.
• Operates, calibrates, and maintains laboratory instrumentation.
• Documents instrument maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Participates in performance improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Completes annual competency assessment and participates in inventory management.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

MT/MLS/CLS/BB program OR MLT associate degree

Job description

Position Title: Blood Bank Lab Specialist - PRN - NIGHTS

Department: Blood Bank

PRN POSITIONS REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 2 SHIFTS/MONTH

Job Description

General Description: Under general supervision, performs routine standardized clinical diagnostic tests in the blood bank.

• Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
• Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
• Performs laboratory patient testing in a prompt and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies.
• Complies with all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures including the appropriate us of PPE.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the hospital in meeting regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Participates in laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation and performance improvement.
• Documents deviations in RL solutions.
• Performs immunohematology testing.
• Processes and labels blood components and special blood components and pediatric aliquots.
• Perform quality control procedures following authorized laboratory policy.
• Operates, calibrates and maintains instrumentation. Documents completion of instrument maintenance and function checks.
• Assumes responsibility of own professional development.
• Calls notification values to appropriate clinical staff and documents those notifications in the electronic medical record.
• Performs proficiency testing according to laboratory and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in inventory management.
• Completes annual competency assessment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) required.
• Experience: 2 years of experience in blood bank required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Nationally recognized certification through one of the following governing accreditations: ASCP, AMT, AABB, NASKL, ASCLS, HHS, ASHI, AAB, ABB, AMS, CRP, EBPH, Military or NILA

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have the skills to perform required laboratory testing.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled.
• Must be able to maintain legible, accurate and organized records.
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment.
• Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations.
• Must possess ability to understand various operations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work and communicate with co-workers and other caregivers, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate and cooperative manner.
• Must demonstrate a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments.
• Knowledge and understanding of blood bank theory and processes.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.