Technician III Immunohematology Reference Laboratory

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

Job Description

As an IRL Technician you will work in our Immunohematology Reference lab and perform basic donor testing, or patient tests and interpret results; may provide basic reference and consultation services to hospitals; may perform automated and manual test procedures on blood samples.

Key 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. Perform duties associated with supply and reagent management to include ordering, receiving, inspection, preparation, and quality control of supplies and reagents.
• Maintain equipment, reagents and other stock to assure the quality and accuracy of laboratory test procedures.
• May perform and interpret basic donor and/or patient testing procedures.
• Recognize testing irregularities, identify the cause, determine the solution and resolve the problem or refer it to the appropriate level.
• Maintain, edit and review computer and manual records to assure accurate record keeping.
• Maintain accurate, legible and complete records.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Standard Schedule

This position is scheduled M-F, 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry.
• 1 year of blood banking experience.
• Minimum MLT (ASCP) certification.
• Licensure if required by state.
• Good written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. Basic understanding of basic computer applications including Word. Ability to work on a team.

What will give you the competitive edge

• MLT (ASCP) certification

Physical Requirements

Requires standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended time periods. Lift, pull, push and move objects of up to 50 pounds. May work in walk-in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time. Required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401K with up to 6% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws.

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