Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Blood Bank

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Medical Laboratory Scientist I – Blood Bank performs laboratory testing and blood compatibility procedures used in transfusion medicine. This role supports safe blood transfusions by analyzing blood samples, identifying blood types and antibodies, and ensuring compliance with laboratory and safety standards.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Chemistry, or Biology
Eligible for ASCP Certification or equivalent. Certification must be obtained within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care by supplying the patient with appropriate blood components
Perform ABO/Rh, IAT, DAT, antibody identification, crossmatching units of blood and running the automated ABO/RH, IAT equipment
Wash red blood cells and platelets
Perform platelet crossmatching and platelet antibody identification
Perform daily reagent QC and equipment preventive maintenance
Issue blood and blood components to the floors
Understand the importance of massive trauma and to issue blood and blood components as set forth in the Massive Transfusion Protocol
Communicate effectively with the blood bank customers including physicians, nurses, and other UAMS staff members
Receive samples and to ensure all samples are appropriately labeled and collected properly for the Blood Bank
Assist in training of new staff and students
Maintain competency and train on all revised and new policy/procedures in a timely manner
Report any deviation from standard operating procedures to the supervisor in a timely manner
Perform daily reagent QC and equipment preventive maintenance with 100% accuracy.
Assist with performance of quarterly, semi-annual, and annual quality control
Perform other duties as needed