Blood Bank Laboratory Specialist

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health in Oklahoma City seeks a Blood Bank Laboratory Specialist to perform routine immunohematology and blood component processing under supervision. The role requires adherence to safety policies, instrument maintenance, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Candidates should have MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB or MLT with appropriate experience; strong teamwork, documentation, and communication skills are essential. This is a full-time, on-site position in the Blood Bank department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) with 2 years of experience in Blood Bank/Transfusion Services required.
• Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) with 3-5 years of experience in Blood Bank/Transfusion Services required.
• Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) required with 5+ years of experience in blood bank.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory patient testing in a prompt and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies.
• Operates, calibrates and maintains instrumentation; documents maintenance checks.
• Performs immunohematology testing and processes blood components.
• Performs quality control procedures and participates in inventory management.
• Completes annual competency assessment and follows safety policies including PPE use.

Skills

Lab testing

Teamwork

Multitasking

Documentation

Confidentiality

Communication

Initiative

Blood bank theory

Education

MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program

MLT/Associate Degree

Job description

## Blood Bank Laboratory SpecialistApply: Oklahoma City: Full time: Posted Today: R0070844## **Position Title:**Blood Bank Laboratory Specialist## **Department:**Blood Bank## **Job Description:*****New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our competitive total rewards package, including a possible sign-on bonus and relocation assistance if you are located outside of 100 miles!*** *\\*\\*This position may be filled as levels 1-3, depending on specific education, experience, and license requirements.\\***\\****General Description:**Under general supervision, performs routine standardized clinical diagnostic tests in the blood bank. **Essential Responsibilities:***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 (Level 1):****Education:** Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) with 2 years of experience in Blood Bank/Transfusion Services required.**Experience:** 2 years of experience in blood bank required.**License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:** National certification by a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT or equivalent) MLT, MT, CLS, MLS, BB required. **Minimum Qualifications (Level 2):****Education:** Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) with 3-5 years of experience in Blood Bank/Transfusion Services required.**Experience:** 3-5 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 **Minimum Qualifications (Level 3):****Education:** Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) required.**Experience:** 5 or more 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. *This is a Safety Sensitive position under 63 0.S. 427.8 and is subject to a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol standard in compliance with Oklahoma law.*