Donor Lab Tech II - Save Lives Daily

Gulf Coast Blood; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Coast Blood in Houston, TX seeks an NDTS Technician II to perform moderate and high complexity testing on donor samples, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate results. You will prepare reagents, manage documentation, and maintain instrument performance in a dynamic blood center environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and effective communication with internal and external clients to support a safe blood supply and timely testing results.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent with approval for MLT program or CLIA-specified testing.
• Relevant lab coursework or military medical lab training meets CLIA requirements.
• Biology or Chemistry bachelor’s degree with related lab experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reagents and perform moderate and high complexity testing per SOPs.
• Complete all required documentation and electronic records accurately.
• Pull and process samples for repeat reactive and confirmatory testing.
• Review results and update systems in a timely, accurate manner.
• Perform client sample accessioning as assigned.
• Monitor inventory levels of reagents and supplies.
• Communicate shortages or issues to the NDTS team promptly.
• Document equipment issues and contact technical support when needed.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Instrumentation

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Education

ASSOCIATE’S degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related

60 semester hours in laboratory coursework

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Chemistry (CLIA) with lab exp

Job description

Gulf Coast Blood in Houston, TX seeks an NDTS Technician II to perform moderate and high complexity testing on donor samples, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate results. You will prepare reagents, manage documentation, and maintain instrument performance in a dynamic blood center environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and effective communication with internal and external clients to support a safe blood supply and timely testing results.