Senior Immunohematology Reference Lab Technician

American Red Cross; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO 15 days

401K plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

American Red Cross is seeking an IRL Technician for our Immunohematology Reference lab. You will perform basic donor and patient testing, interpret results, and provide reference and consultation to hospitals. You may perform automated and manual procedures on blood samples.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry, 1 year of blood banking experience, and MLT (ASCP) certification. Licensure may be required by state; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry.
• 1 year of blood banking experience.
• MLT (ASCP) certification.
• Licensure if required by state.
• Good written and verbal communication with internal/external customers.
• Ability to work on a team.

Responsibilities

• May perform telephone consultation including receiving and completing orders for antigen negative products.
• Perform duties associated with receipt, coordination, shipment and transport of patient and donor blood samples, and manage supplies and reagents.
• Maintain equipment, reagents and other stock to assure quality and accuracy of lab procedures.
• May perform and interpret basic donor and/or patient testing procedures.
• Recognize testing irregularities, identify causes and resolve issues or refer as needed.
• Maintain, edit and review computer and manual records to assure accurate record keeping.
• Maintain accurate, legible, complete records.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Skills

Blood banking experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry

Licensure if state requirements

Tools

MLT (ASCP) certification

Job description

American Red Cross is seeking an IRL Technician for our Immunohematology Reference lab. You will perform basic donor and patient testing, interpret results, and provide reference and consultation to hospitals. You may perform automated and manual procedures on blood samples.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry, 1 year of blood banking experience, and MLT (ASCP) certification. Licensure may be required by state; strong communication and teamwork are essential.