Blood Bank Technologist- IRP

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Job Title :

Blood Bank Technologist- IRP

Department :

University Hospital Transfusion Service

Scope of Position

Medical Technologist prepares blood components for transfusion. Preparation of blood components includes : receiving blood products from outside sources, thawing FFP / Cryoprecipitate, and allocating blood products for transfusions.

Technologists process specimens to include entering test results into the computer system, ABO / RH typing, crossmatching, antibody screening and identification.

The medical technologist receives telephone inquiries regarding specimens, test results, and product availability. The medical technologist is responsible for issuing blood and blood products for patient transfusion.

Staff must maintain patient files receive and distributes supplies within the department. This is a very complex transfusion service and serves a very diverse patient population.

The department is staffed 24 hours per day, seven days a week

Position Summary

The Medical Technologist processes patient specimens to include ABO / RH typing, crossmatching, antibody screen / identification.

Handles phone inquires regarding patient results, specimen collection and product availability. The Medical Technologist will participate in quality control, quality assurance and general laboratory duties such as filing and data entry.

Other duties and projects will be assigned to staff on an as needed basis.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire : Bachelors degree in medical technology with MT / MLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification of bachelor's degree in bio-science with post degree experience in clinical lab setting or equivalent combination of education / experience.

Applicant must obtain MT / MLS certification within 1 year of hire.

On going : Meets minimum continuing education requirements of contact hours and health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.

Explore our extensive benefits

Work-life : Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.

Retirement : State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.

Health : Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.

Time off : Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available.

Financial : Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.

Wellness : Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.