Blood Bank Technologist-Transfusion Service

The Ohio State University

1d • Onsite

About The 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. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in medical technology with MT/ MLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification
• 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
• Meets minimum continuing education requirements of contact hours
• Meets health surveillance requirements
• Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions

Responsibilities

• Receiving blood products from outside sources
• Thawing FFP/ Cryoprecipitate
• Allocating blood products for transfusions
• Processing specimens to include entering test results into the computer system, ABO/RH typing, crossmatching, antibody screening and identification
• Receiving telephone inquiries regarding specimens, test results, and product availability
• Issuing blood and blood products for patient transfusion
• Maintaining patient files
• Receiving and distributing supplies within the department
• Participating in quality control, quality assurance and general laboratory duties such as filing and data entry
• Performing other duties and projects as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level