Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job Description As a QC Lab Technologist, you will perform basic to advanced manufacturing, processing, and test procedures on blood products, and will interpret test results before releasing blood to area hospitals. You will manufacture and prepare pathogen‑reduced platelet products for hospital patient use in a highly regulated environment. Successful QC Lab Technologists will have a strong attention to detail, a customer‑service focus, and the ability to treat both internal and external customers with compassion at all times. Key Responsibilities Perform moderate to high complexity laboratory testing procedures and interpret results on donor specimens and blood products; identify and quarantine products/samples that don't meet quality requirements. Meet the quality and quantity production and testing goals established by the department. Ensure products are suitable for release for distribution. Appropriately manage any exceptions and prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements. Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and various test kits; maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples. Participate in troubleshooting and problem‑solving activities with cross‑functional teams. What You Need to Succeed Associate degree in science or Bachelor's degree in an applied science. Minimum 4 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Meet state and CLIA requirements where applicable. Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment, personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods. Ability to work with a team. MLT (ASCP) or MT (ASCP) certification is a plus; no additional experience is required for MLT or MT degreed staff. Physical Requirements Requires standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended periods; lifting, pulling, pushing and moving 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 when there is exposure to blood and blood products and/or where work location requires it. Schedule and Compensation Standard Schedule: 3rd Shift (Part‑time) Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 11:00 pm‑5:30 am with rotating holidays. Pay: $24.97 per hour plus applicable shift differentials. Must be able to train full time – day shift Monday‑Friday 8:30 am‑5:00 pm for approximately 8‑10 weeks. 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. 401 K with up to 6% match. Paid Family Leave. Employee Assistance. Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term. Service awards and recognition. Equal Opportunity Statement The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will 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. 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. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, see Summary of Rights. #J-18808-Ljbffr