NDTS Technician II

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

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Position Title:

NDTS Technician II

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Under supervision, this position performs viral and non-viral testing on volunteer blood donor samples to determine eligibility in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational requirements. The role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant testing results that support the safety of the blood supply.

This position involves interaction with internal and external customers and requires sound judgment, professionalism, diplomacy, and effective communication skills

Just For You:

• Career advancement.
• Engaging and exciting opportunity to SAVE LIVES.

Tips to thrive in our culture:

• Embody our Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, and Respect
• Work to actively create experiences that inspire others to save lives, each and every day.
• Embrace doing it right, making connections, and creating desired experiences.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards, including safety rules, and be willing to report actual and potential violations to the appropriate supervisor or manager.

In this role, you will:

Testing

• Prepare reagents and perform moderate and high complexity testing in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Complete all required documentation, forms, and electronic records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Pull and process samples for repeat reactive and confirmatory testing as required.
• Review test results, ensure accuracy, and appropriately update, commit, and/or transmit results in laboratory systems.
• Perform client sample accessioning as assigned.
• Monitor inventory levels of reagents, supplies, and consumables.
• Communicate reagent shortages, expirations, or supply issues to the NDTS team and Materials Management in a timely manner.
• Communicate problems, delays, or testing issues to internal teams and external clients in a professional and timely manner.
• Contact technical support for equipment malfunctions and accurately document issues in the Equipment Problem/Repair Log.

Quality & Compliance

• Prepare reagents and perform daily, weekly, and monthly quality control procedures in accordance with SOPs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and quality control on laboratory instruments as required.
• Support monitoring of reagent and supply inventory and ensure appropriate documentation and reporting to NDTS and Materials Management.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance activities, including review of QC documentation, competency assessments, and related evaluations.
• Perform assigned special quality tasks as directed by supervisor.
• Ensure adherence to all laboratory safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), engineering controls, and safe work practices.

Staff Development

• Support onboarding and training of new staff by providing guidance, assistance, and knowledge sharing.
• Assist in supporting timely completion of departmental deliverables as assigned.
• Promote and adhere to a safe working environment by following all laboratory safety policies and procedures.
• Follows safety procedures including proper use of personal protective equipment, proper use of engineering controls, and performance of safe work practices as stated in the safety manual

We need someone who has:

Education

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university (or completion of 60 semester hours of laboratory coursework) and completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) program, OR
• Associate’s degree (or 60 semester hours of laboratory coursework) and completion of a 50-week U.S. military medical laboratory technology training program, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline that meets CLIA requirements for moderate and high complexity testing, combined with relevant laboratory experience.

We prefer:

• Previous experience working in a clinical or laboratory environment performing job-related or similar duties is required.
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification (ASCP or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience in donor testing, infectious disease testing, or high-complexity laboratory environments preferred.

Key Competencies

• Technical expertise in laboratory testing and instrumentation
• Computer literacy
• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in Gulf Coast Blood’s sole discretion.
• Good communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no routine supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 15 pounds and operate laboratory equipment. Ability to work flexible hours to support after-hours operational needs as required.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Laboratory environment with exposure to biological specimens and chemical reagents.

Who We Are:

Since 1975, Gulf Coast Blood has been one of the nation’s largest community blood centers, serving 170 hospitals across 26 counties. Headquartered in Houston, we support the world’s largest medical complex—the Texas Medical Center—while operating 18 donor centers and hosting more than 7,000 mobile blood drives each year. As an FDA-accredited nonprofit, we provide high-quality human cellular material for both scientific and therapeutic use.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

Gulf Coast Blood is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for positions are considered without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, military status, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic testing results, or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable law, statute, regulation or Executive Order.