Blood Bank MLS II – 2nd Shift, Impactful Lab Role

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, seeks a Full-time 2nd shift Blood Bank Medical Laboratory Scientist I/II to join the team. The position performs high-complexity testing and transfusion-related work under supervision, ensuring accurate results and strict compliance with procedures.

Qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts or Science in Medical Lab Science and MLS certification (preferred), plus 0–1 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Medical Lab Science or related biological/chemical science.
• 0-1 years' experience with moderate, high complexity laboratory testing is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived, moderate and/or high-complexity tests and procedures in clinical laboratory sections under the direction of the Supervisor.
• Demonstrates understanding of test results and takes action to resolve unexpected results.
• Performs antibody identification and utilizes reference reagents and special techniques appropriately.
• Accurately performs and documents suspected transfusion reaction investigations.
• Documents results accurately using computer and manual methods.
• Inspects patient samples for testing and ensures compliance with Blood Bank labeling criteria.
• Selects blood products for transfusion according to SOPs to meet patient needs.
• Issues blood and blood products in accordance with SOPs.
• Communicates with patient’s care team and Blood Bank leadership in critical situations.
• Maintains appropriate inventory levels and conducts QC at required intervals.
• Identifies need to deviate from SOPs and obtains proper approvals.

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science in Medical Lab Science or related biological/chemical science

Job description

Penn Medicine, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, seeks a Full-time 2nd shift Blood Bank Medical Laboratory Scientist I/II to join the team. The position performs high-complexity testing and transfusion-related work under supervision, ensuring accurate results and strict compliance with procedures.

Qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts or Science in Medical Lab Science and MLS certification (preferred), plus 0–1 years of relevant experience.