Senior Immunohematology Reference Lab Technician

The American National Red Cross; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible SP

PTO: Starting at 15 days

Holidays: 11 paid

401K with up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability and Insurance: Short + Long

Service Awards and recognition

Job summary

The American Red Cross is seeking an IRL Technician to work in the Immunohematology Reference Lab in St Louis, MO. You will perform basic donor and patient testing, interpret results, and provide reference support to hospitals. Responsibilities include handling orders, specimen transport, and quality control of reagents and equipment.

Strong teamwork and computer skills are essential. Qualifications include a biology/chemistry degree and 1 year of blood banking experience; MLT (ASCP)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry required.
• 1 year of blood banking experience preferred.
• Licensure if required by state.
• MLT (ASCP) certification required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic donor testing and/or patient testing in the Immunohematology Reference Lab.
• Interpret results and provide basic reference/consultation to hospitals.
• Perform automated and manual test procedures on blood samples.
• Receive and complete orders for antigen negative products by telephone.
• Coordinate, ship, and transport patient and donor blood samples.
• Manage supplies and reagents including inspection and quality control.
• Maintain accurate records and calibrate and maintain equipment.

Skills

Good written and verbal skills

Ability to work on a team

Basic computer skills (Word)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry

Tools

MLT (ASCP) certification

Job description

The American Red Cross is seeking an IRL Technician to work in the Immunohematology Reference Lab in St Louis, MO. You will perform basic donor and patient testing, interpret results, and provide reference support to hospitals. Responsibilities include handling orders, specimen transport, and quality control of reagents and equipment.

Strong teamwork and computer skills are essential. Qualifications include a biology/chemistry degree and 1 year of blood banking experience; MLT (ASCP)