Immunohematology Reference Lab Technologist I

The American National Red Cross; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401K with up to 6% match

PTO starting at 15 days/year

11 paid holidays

Job summary

The American Red Cross in the United States is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform automated and manual testing on blood samples and manage specimen logistics. Certification and a science degree are required, with experience in a clinical lab environment highly valued.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to safety protocols while supporting a mission to provide safe blood products and transfusion services.

Qualifications

• MT (ASCP) certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry.
• Minimum 1 year of related experience or an equivalent combination.
• MLT (ASCP) certification with 4 years of general laboratory experience can be substituted.
• One year of experience.
• Licensure if required by state.
• Good written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work on a team.

Responsibilities

• Resolving compatibility problems and providing complex reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services.
• Performing automated and manual test procedures on blood samples.
• Managing receipt, coordination, shipment, and transport of patient and donor blood samples and documenting supply and equipment problems.
• Managing reagent inventory (ordering, receiving, inspection and preparation).
• Recognizing/resolving testing irregularities and assisting other Medical Technologists in problem resolution.
• Consulting with staff at other medical facilities to resolve complex serologic problems and providing special units to transfusion recipients.
• Performing manufacturing duties associated with special blood products, if applicable.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry

MT (ASCP) certification

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

The American Red Cross in the United States is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform automated and manual testing on blood samples and manage specimen logistics. Certification and a science degree are required, with experience in a clinical lab environment highly valued.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to safety protocols while supporting a mission to provide safe blood products and transfusion services.