Lead Blood Bank Technician - Full Time

IRMC; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

IRMC is seeking a Blood Bank Supervisor to oversee the daily workflow of the Blood Bank, including pre-transfusion testing, antibody identification, crossmatching, and blood product preparation. The role ensures testing complies with AABB, CAP, CLIA, FDA, and hospital policies while guiding complex serological cases.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's in Medical Laboratory Science, ASCP MLS/CLS, and 3–5 years of clinical lab experience, with a zeal for SOP maintenance, quality control, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related field (required).
• 3–5 years of clinical laboratory experience (preferred).
• ASCP MLS/CLS certification (required).
• Certifications after Jan 1, 2004 must renew every 3 years via maintenance program.
• Advanced certification in a laboratory specialty must be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workflow of the Blood Bank including pre-transfusion testing, antibody identification, crossmatching, and blood product preparation.
• Ensure testing and processes comply with SOPs and regulatory standards (AABB, CAP, CLIA, FDA).
• Provide technical guidance for complex serological cases and transfusion reactions.
• Maintain and update SOPs and ensure staff compliance.
• Supervise and schedule Blood Bank personnel; assist with hiring and performance evaluations.

Skills

Blood Bank operations

Regulatory compliance

Quality control

Staff supervision

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Job description

• Oversee the daily workflow of the Blood Bank, including pre-transfusion testing, antibody identification, crossmatching, and blood product preparation.


• Ensure all testing and processes comply with hospital policies, AABB, CAP, CLIA, FDA, and other applicable regulatory standards.


• Provide technical guidance and problem resolution for complex serological cases and transfusion reactions.


• Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure staff compliance.


• Supervise and schedule Blood Bank personnel; assist with hiring, training, performance evaluations, and competency assessments.


• Monitor and document quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing activities.


• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the transfusion committee to ensure appropriate blood product usage and patient safety.


• Maintain appropriate inventory of blood components and supplies; coordinate with the blood supplier to meet patient needs.


• Participate in inspection readiness and serve as a point of contact for external assessors.


• Review and validate instrument maintenance, reagent lot changes, and new method validations.


• Prepare monthly statistics, utilization reports, and quality metrics.


• Serve as a liaison for emergency blood management protocols including massive transfusion protocols (MTPs) and trauma transfusion support.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or related field required


• EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of clinical laboratory experience, with strong technical knowledge in the assigned section preferred


• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) by ASCP required
  
  
  
  • Technologists certified after January 1, 2004 must renew certification every 3 years by participating in a certification maintenance program
  
  
  • Advanced certification in a laboratory specialty must be obtained within 1 year of hire
  
  
  
  

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