Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist- Blood Bank

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates all characteristics of Med Tech I and II
• Applies evidence based criteria to correlate and interpret laboratory testing data
• Performs clinical validation to optimize laboratory testing as directed
• Serves as a technical subject matter expert by demonstrating problem solving and troubleshooting instrumentation and assays
• Serve as a technical resource for the unit by investigating and resolving analytical testing problems, recommending a course of action in instances identified as beyond acceptable limits, and responding to non-routine/complex inquiries and/or requests from clients and sales representatives
• Absorbs role of technical consultant and provides technical direction to team members regarding all matters of testing
• Assumes trainer and SME role in education; designs and implements training material
• Evaluates technical competencies of team and provides recommendations for continuing education
• Expedites the flow of work to maximize productive capacity by evaluating production systems and recommending enhancements and coordinating the resolution of production problems/issues involving other laboratory departments
• Reviews unit activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and federal, state, and local regulations

Requirements

• Minimum of five to seven years clinical experience with two years in present department
• Blood Bank experience preferred

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
• Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493 ASCP Certified

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program
• Blueprint for Wellness® mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

About the Role

The Senior Medical Technologist is proficient in all principle duties of a Medical Technologist I and II. This Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for complex laboratory testing and has broad decision-making authority and independence.