Blood Bank Medical Technologist – High-Impact Transfusion Lab

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Parental leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine seeks a skilled laboratory professional for its blood bank team in an academic medical center setting. You will process and issue blood products for trauma, surgery and complex cases while upholding strict quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes accurate reporting of results, collaboration with supervisors on instrument evaluation, QC and education initiatives within the section.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or related field is required.
• ASCP or AMT certification must be obtained within 13 months from date of hire.
• BLS certification may be required within 30 days depending on patient care performed.

Responsibilities

• Perform, check accuracy and report results of routine and complex laboratory procedures.
• Assist supervisor with evaluating new instruments/methods, reagent prep, QC information, troubleshooting and equipment maintenance.
• Assist team lead with apheresis procedures, bone marrows, coordinating educational sessions, computer operations and QC/improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Strong judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory or related field

ASCP/AMT certification within 13 months

BLS certification (AHA) within 30 days

Job description

UAB Medicine seeks a skilled laboratory professional for its blood bank team in an academic medical center setting. You will process and issue blood products for trauma, surgery and complex cases while upholding strict quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes accurate reporting of results, collaboration with supervisors on instrument evaluation, QC and education initiatives within the section.