Technologist I

Bloodworks NW•Seattle, WA

1d•$35 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

Bloodworks Northwest is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist I (Technologist I) for their Compatibility Lab. This role is crucial in advancing the mission of saving lives by ensuring excellence in Transfusion Services. The incumbent will perform basic immunohematological testing, manage orders, critically think in component selection, preparation, and distribution, participate in quality functions, and provide exceptional customer service and transfusion safety to patients and healthcare partners. This position offers career progression opportunities to Technologist II, III, and IV (Lead).

Requirements

Must qualify as Testing Personnel, High Complexity Testing, under CLIA personnel requirements.
Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or chemical, physical, or biological sciences, or an Associate of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.
Current certification as Blood Bank Technologist (BB-ASCP), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS-ASCP), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT-ASCP), or equivalent OR immediate eligibility for certification OR successful completion of an immunohematology course through an accredited institution.
Computer skills, including data entry and word processing.
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
Significant manual dexterity required to operate instruments and perform data entry accurately.
Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently with interruptions.
Ability to adhere to complex process steps involving multiple computer systems and physical inventory handling.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and with staff from other departments.
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; push up to 40 pounds.
Attention to detail is critical.

Nice To Haves

BB (ASCP) and/or MLS (ASCP) certification is strongly desired.
Prior laboratory testing experience is strongly preferred.
May be required to apply for and obtain clearance to enter some client facilities, which may involve additional screening.

Responsibilities

Perform immunohematological procedures for antibody detection, compatibility testing, simple antibody identification, and investigation of transfusion reactions.
Understand special protocols for blood orders (e.g., Pediatrics, Open-Heart Surgery, Liver Transplantation, ECMO, HSCT) and process transfusion instructions from transplant programs.
Issue blood components via electronic crossmatch and remote release.
Report test results to physicians, healthcare professionals, and institutions.
Perform crossmatch testing and process orders during computer downtime using a downtime database and manual records.
Maintain annual competency in computer downtime procedures, downtime database, and emergency preparedness SOPs.
Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Process as defined in the CFR.
Perform daily quality control on reagents and equipment, recognize invalid results, and perform initial problem-solving.
Participate in troubleshooting and refer unusual issues to a senior Technologist or Technical Specialist.
Operate and maintain equipment and automation for compatibility testing and component preparation.
Communicate equipment failures and take appropriate corrective action per SOP.
Respond to temperature alarms.
Document abnormal occurrences and variances from SOP using the ETQ-Reliance system.
Participate in quality activities, including developing and monitoring quality indicators.
Perform College of American Pathology (CAP) or other proficiency surveys and concordance testing within allotted timeframes.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Family coverage available
Retirement plans (401a & 401b)
Consolidated paid leave program (4.8 – 6.8 weeks of time off accrued per year, based on length of service)
Subsidized transit program
Educational reimbursement
Relocation assistance bonus (for candidates hired from outside of our service area)