Technologist II, IRL

Job Description As an IRL Technologist at the Red Cross, you will perform basic and advanced donor and patient tests, interpret results to determine donor‑recipient compatibility, resolve compatibility problems, provide reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services, perform automated and manual test procedures, manage receipt, coordination, shipment, and transport of patient and donor blood samples, document supply and equipment problems, manage reagent inventory, recognize and resolve testing irregularities, assist other Medical Technologists in problem resolution, consult with staff at other medical facilities to resolve complex serologic problems, provide special units to transfusion recipients, and perform manufacturing duties associated with special blood products where applicable. Key Responsibilities Resolving compatibility problems and providing complex reference and consultation services to hospitals and transfusion services. Performing automated and manual test procedures on blood samples. Managing receipt, coordination, shipment and transport of patient and donor blood samples and documenting supply and equipment problems. Managing reagent inventory (ordering, receiving, inspection and preparation). Recognizing and resolving testing irregularities and assisting other Medical Technologists in problem resolution. Consulting with staff at other medical facilities to resolve complex serologic problems and providing speciality units to transfusion recipients. Performing manufacturing duties associated with special blood products, if applicable. Standard Schedule Saturday, Sunday & Monday 5pm‑5am (Baylor Shift). What You Need to Succeed MT (ASCP) certification. Bachelor's degree majoring in biological science or chemistry. Minimum 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. MLT (ASCP) certification with 5 years of blood banking experience can be substituted. State license may be required where applicable. Good written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with internal and external customers. Ability to work on a team. Preferred Qualifications BB (ASCP) or SBB and/or experience in a Reference Laboratory. Physical Requirements Requires standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended periods; lift, pull, push, and move objects of up to 50 pounds; may work in walk-in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time; required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision plans. Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts. PTO: Starting at 15 days a year (based on type of job and tenure). Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays. 401K with up to 6% match. Paid Family Leave. Employee Assistance. Disability and Insurance (short + long term). Service Awards and recognition. Equal Opportunity Employer The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fair Chance Employment Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable state and local laws. EEOC Summary of Rights Summary of Rights #J-18808-Ljbffr American Red Cross