Immunohematology Reference Lab Technologist (Night Shift)

americanredcross; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental Vision plans

401K with up to 6% match

PTO starting at 15 days

Job summary

The American Red Cross is seeking an IRL Technologist in Indiana to perform donor and patient testing, interpret results, and ensure compatibility. The role involves complex reference work, coordination with hospitals, and maintaining blood product procedures.

Requires MT (ASCP) certification and a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry, with at least 1 year of related experience (MLT with 4 years can substitute). The position offers competitive pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• MT (ASCP) certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry.
• Minimum 1 year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. 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.

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

MT (ASCP) certification

Good written and verbal communication

Teamwork

One year of experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry

MLT (ASCP) certification with 4 years of general lab experience can be substituted

Job description

The American Red Cross is seeking an IRL Technologist in Indiana to perform donor and patient testing, interpret results, and ensure compatibility. The role involves complex reference work, coordination with hospitals, and maintaining blood product procedures.

Requires MT (ASCP) certification and a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry, with at least 1 year of related experience (MLT with 4 years can substitute). The position offers competitive pay and full benefits.