MLT), Blood Bank

St. Josephs Medical Center•Houston, TX

11d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Laboratory Service Supervisor, participate in daily operations of the blood bank, performing Clinical Laboratory tests, analyzes and interprets test results, assisting with communication of test results to patients, physicians and employees, and ensures accuracy. Uses technical competencies and judgment to respond and handle situations as they arise. Assists with the Laboratory PI program, ordering of supplies, developing procedures and other areas as needed.

Requirements

Proficient in routine and specialized laboratory procedures relevant to Blood Bank and clinical lab testing.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates flexibility, initiative, and the ability to adapt to changing workloads and work under stress in order to perform effectively in the position under stress.
Maintains professionalism and accuracy under stress or in high-demand situations.
Basic computer knowledge; LIS and HIS
Technical, critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills relevant to this area in order to effectively communicate with physicians, health team members, and patients and their families.
1 years' experience as a Blood Bank Medical Technologist.
Completion of an Associates (2-year degree) or Bachelors (4-year degree) in medical technology, Biology or related science and successful completion of a CAAHEP approved program in Medical Technology.
Certification as a Medical Technologist, CLS (NCA) or MT (ASCP) or Certification as a Specialist in Blood Bank SBB (ASCP).
For ASCP certification after 2004, must maintain active credential status to maintain employment.
For AMT certification, must maintain active credential status to maintain employment.
Recent graduates from approved programs within the last 6 months must be certified within 12 months after hire.

Nice To Haves

Multilingual skills preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Follows St. Joseph Medical Center's HIPAA guidelines to prevent unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
Promotes a culture of safety through proper patient identification, incident reporting, and non-punitive documentation practices.
Provides technical and regulatory oversight for all CLIA specialties, including transfusion services (blood bank).
Supervises and performs high-complexity testing, including blood bank procedures, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.
Verifies that patient results are released only when all laboratory systems, including blood bank equipment, are functioning properly.
Oversees documentation and review of quality control, proficiency testing, and corrective actions across all testing areas.
Manages staff training, orientation, scheduling, and ongoing competency assessments, ensuring team readiness and compliance.
Supports operational efficiency through supply management, equipment maintenance, and coordination of repairs.
Assists the Laboratory Manager with staffing decisions, productivity monitoring, and performance evaluations.
Leads or participates in quality improvement initiatives, education efforts, and interdepartmental collaboration involving blood product usage.
Supportive of the compliance program set forth by St. Joseph Medical Center and demonstrated by:
Upholds the Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance
Adheres to and helps to enforce all compliance policies relevant to his/her area.
Assures timely compliance education as requested by the Regional Compliance & Safety Officer and/or through corporate initiatives.