Technologist I, Immunohematology Reference Lab

American Red Cross; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental Vision plans

PTO starting at 15 days/year

401K with match

Holidays: 11 paid holidays

Job summary

The American Red Cross in Indiana is seeking an IRL Technologist to perform donor and patient testing, interpret results for donor-recipient compatibility, and resolve complex serologic issues. You will provide intermediate reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services.

The role requires MT (ASCP) certification, a biology/chemistry degree, and at least 1 year of related lab experience, with state licensure as applicable. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• MT (ASCP) certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry.
• One year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. MLT (ASCP) certification with 4 years of general laboratory experience can be substituted.
• Licensure if required by state.
• Good written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work on a team.

Responsibilities

• Resolving compatibility problems, and providing complex reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services.
• Performing automated and manual test procedures on blood samples.
• Managing receipt, coordination, shipment, and transport of patient and donor blood samples and documenting supply and equipment problems.
• Managing reagent inventory (ordering, receiving, inspection and preparation).
• Recognizing/resolving testing irregularities and assisting other Medical Technologists in problem resolution.
• Consulting with staff at other medical facilities, to resolve complex serologic problems and providing special units to transfusion recipients.
• Performing manufacturing duties associated with special blood products, if applicable.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

1 year experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry

Job description

By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?

Joining The American Red Cross is like nothing else - it's as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world's largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional, yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better.

Where Your Career is a Force for Good!

What you need to know

As an IRL Technologist at the Red Cross, you will perform basic and advanced donor and patient tests and interpret results to determine donor-recipient compatibility. You will resolve compatibility problems; provide intermediate reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services.

Key Responsibilities

• Resolving compatibility problems, and providing complex reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services.
• Performing automated and manual test procedures on blood samples.
• Managing receipt, coordination, shipment, and transport of patient and donor blood samples and documenting supply and equipment problems.
• Managing reagent inventory (ordering, receiving, inspection and preparation).
• Recognizing/resolving testing irregularities and assisting other Medical Technologists in problem resolution.
• Consulting with staff at other medical facilities, to resolve complex serologic problems and providing special units to transfusion recipients.
• Performing manufacturing duties associated with special blood products, if applicable.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

What you need to succeed

• MT (ASCP) certification required
• Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry
• Minimum 1 year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. MLT (ASCP) certification with 4 years of general laboratory experience can be substituted.
• One year of experience
• Licensure if required by state
• Good written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work on a team.

What will give you the competitive edge

• BB (ASCP)
• Blood Banking experience is preferred

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.

Standard schedule: Monday-Friday third shift (8P-6:30A)

Open to 4 10s or 5 8s with occasional on-call work

Pay Information: DOE - Shift differentials, On-Call pay included

Benefits for you

• 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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