Reference Laboratory Technologist

American Red Cross • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

As an IRL Technologist at the American Red Cross, you will perform basic and advanced donor and patient testing and interpret results to determine donor-recipient compatibility. You will resolve compatibility problems and provide reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services. The role also includes performing automated and manual procedures on blood samples, coordinating samples and supplies, managing reagents, and supporting complex serologic problem resolution. The standard schedule is second shift. Pay is based on experience (DOE); shift differentials and on-call pay are included.

Requirements

• MT (ASCP) certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science or Chemistry.
• At least one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• MLT (ASCP) certification with four years of general laboratory experience may be substituted for the MT certification and experience requirements.
• Licensure if required by the state.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for communicating effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work on a team.
• Ability to use a wide variety of laboratory or medical equipment.
• Ability to stand, stretch, stoop, and bend for extended periods; lift, pull, push, and move objects up to 50 pounds; and work in walk-in refrigerators or freezers for periods of time.
• Ability to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, and face shields.

Nice To Haves

• BB (ASCP) certification.
• Blood banking experience.

Responsibilities

• Resolve compatibility problems and provide complex reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services.
• Perform automated and manual test procedures on blood samples.
• Manage receipt, coordination, shipment, and transport of patient and donor blood samples, and document supply and equipment problems.
• Manage reagent inventory, including ordering, receiving, inspection, and preparation.
• Recognize and resolve testing irregularities and assist other Medical Technologists with problem resolution.
• Consult with staff at other medical facilities to resolve complex serologic problems and provide special units to transfusion recipients.
• Perform manufacturing duties associated with special blood products, if applicable.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Health Spending Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid time off starting at 15 days per year, based on job type and tenure.
• 11 paid holidays: six core holidays and five floating holidays.
• 401(k) with up to 6% match.
• Paid family leave.
• Employee assistance.
• Short- and long-term disability and insurance.
• Service awards and recognition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time