Job: Technologist - Reference Lab

Job Duties: Perform basic through advanced test procedures and interpret complex test results in order to determine donor-recipient compatibility. Resolve compatibility problems, provide reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion facilities, and supply antigen-negative units to transfusion recipients. Comply with safety policies and procedures in the work area and use applicable protective equipment at all times to prevent exposure to potentially infectious blood. Responsible for performing other related duties as necessary.

Qualifications: Require MLT from an approved educational institution. Prior experience with assisting in Blood Bank environment preferred. Prefer Bachelor's degree in science or equivalent with MT (ASCP) certification or equivalent certifications where required. Minimum two years of blood bank experience preferred with MT (ASCP). BB or SBB certification preferred.

Essential Functions/Physical Requirements: The duties are representative of the essential functions of the position. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable needs. Available to work overtime, other shifts, early mornings, evenings, holidays and weekends. Requires standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended time periods. May work in walk-in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time. Work under pressure and within time standards. Required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. when there is exposure to blood and blood products and/or where work location requires. Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment. Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods of time.