Medical Technologist I - Blood Bank

Children's National Hospital

4d • $30 - $49 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Technologist I performs specialized Blood Bank testing and related services at Children's National Hospital. This position is dedicated exclusively to the Blood Bank and does not rotate into other laboratory departments. The role supports care for infants, children, and adolescents through transfusion medicine testing, including blood typing, crossmatching, antibody identification, and blood product preparation.

The technologist performs procedures according to established policies and procedures; records and reports results; operates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment; monitors quality control; and may assist with evaluating new instruments and tests. The position also includes clerical and service duties as needed and requires collaboration with laboratory colleagues and providers to support accurate, timely patient care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or an equivalent related field of science.
• At least 1 year of experience in an accredited clinical laboratory.
• Registry or eligibility as MT(ASCP).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Statistics-level math ability.
• Knowledge and skills related to a laboratory information system (LIS).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine Blood Bank technical procedures according to standard operating procedures, accurately and efficiently.
• Keep current with procedure updates and demonstrate competence in assigned areas.
• Serve as a technical resource for Medical Lab Technicians and Laboratory Associates.
• Accurately report test results in writing, orally, and/or in the laboratory information system (LIS), including reporting STAT results and critical values and documenting calls.
• Credit tests using the correct workload exclusion codes, review testing logs, and complete tests within the shift.
• Maintain and perform instrument checks and calibrations according to department protocols and manufacturer recommendations.
• Troubleshoot basic instrument malfunctions and make adjustments or minor repairs using written guidelines, manuals, or telephone technical support.
• Assist Medical Lab Technicians in resolving problems.
• Monitor supply inventories, receive and stock supplies, and use supplies and reagents efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Perform, evaluate, and report quality control; identify and resolve QC failures and document resolutions.
• Assist Medical Lab Technicians and Laboratory Associates with unresolved problems.
• Complete competency and proficiency challenges in a timely manner.
• Promote safety, speak up about unsafe behavior or performance, verify information used in decisions and documentation, and communicate clearly and promptly.
• Use Stop, Think, Act, and Review to self-check behavior and performance, and stop to resolve uncertainty.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• 401(k) plan.
• Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Fitness resources.
• Employee assistance.
• Commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

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