Medical Technologist- Blood Bank

Job Summary

The Blood Bank Medical Technologist performs routine and complex patient/sample pre-analytical and post-analytical compatibility tests using automated and non-automated methods, proficiency tests, quality control, preventative maintenance per established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science
• Two to three years clinical lab experience
• ASCP or equivalent certification preferred
• Recent graduates with Blood Bank training are welcome to apply

Scheduling Requirements

Night Shift (8p-430a)

Full-time

Rotating Weekends and Holidays Essential

Job Functions

• Performs complex analytical testing on patient specimens with accuracy, precision, and efficiency under the direction of a pathologist
• Provides accurate and reliable analytical results necessary for the diagnosis and treatment of the patients
• Maintains inventory of supplies, reagents and blood products
• Maintains non-analytic equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, cell washers and centrifuges
• Performs and provides compatibility tests for patient blood transfusion needs as per the established standard operating procedure
• Effectively manages and utilizes the blood and blood product inventory
• Assists with the preparation and collection of quality control/assurance data reports & performance of quality audits as assigned
• Responsible for quality clinical laboratory testing is evidenced by: performing the correct test, on the right person, at the right time, producing accurate test results, with the best outcome, in the most cost-effective manner
• Exhibits effective patient and customer service skills with adherence to core values and mission of hospital
• Demonstrates a clear understanding and working knowledge of advanced Transfusion Service concepts as evidenced by an ability to interpret group types, antibody screening and panels
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all Transfusion Service procedures as outlined in the SOP manual when needed
• Demonstrates a strong familiarity with Transfusion Policies by being able to answer questions or troubleshoot policy problems and give assistance when needed to other staff members
• Demonstrates the ability to perform tests correctly with no technical errors, as evidenced by correctly completing all available samples, including routine crossmatches, received no later than one hour prior to the end of the shift
• Demonstrates the ability to resolve antibody ID problems by correctly identifying antibodies and finding, when needed, compatible blood for transfusion
• Demonstrates the ability to prepare components such as aliquoting Packed Red Cells, Thawing Fresh Frozen Plasma, Pooling Cryoprecipitate and preparing multiple units of Platelets or Single Donor Platelets, labels prepared components correctly
• Demonstrates the ability to irradiate and label blood and blood components correctly
• Demonstrates the ability to interpret the results of all Quality Control tests as per regulatory and safety standards, ensuring accurate specimen handling, identification, and storage
• Collaborate effectively as a team member within the department, fostering positive communication, cooperation, and quality service delivery
• Train and mentor new staff or students as needed, promoting professionalism, lab excellence, continuous learning and adherence to best practices
• Participate in accreditation readiness, audits, and quality improvement initiatives to strengthen laboratory performance
• Perform all other related duties as assigned to support laboratory operations and patient care

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retail Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

About the Role

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.