Technologist I, Immunohematology Reference Lab - Nights

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/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 special units to transfusion recipients. Performing manufacturing duties associated with special blood products, if applicable. Perform other related duties as necessary. Schedule Standard Schedule: Friday-Sun 7pm-7am or Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm with rotating weekends. Qualifications MT (ASCP) certification required. Bachelor's degree in Biological Science or Chemistry. Minimum 1 year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required. MLT (ASCP) certification with 4 years of general laboratory experience can be substituted. One year of experience. License if required by state. Good written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. Ability to work on a team. Competitive Edge

BB (ASCP).

Blood Banking experience is preferred. Physical Requirements Requires standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended time 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. Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment. 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. EEO 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, click here: Summary of Rights. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Red Cross