Lab Tech

• Performs all assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations. Is responsible for bringing compliance issues to the attention of management.
• Assures quality customer service to all customers.
• Performs high complexity testing (e.g., stem cell processing, CBC differentials, antigen screens, antibody ID, and cross match).
• Maintains accurate records and documentation.
• Assists in investigative studies, as directed.
• Participates in quality control, preventive maintenance, and validations.
• Performs routine testing in the lab for quality control of components, single donor platelet yields, automated red cell technology problems, etc., as requested.
• Provides technical support/liaison to hospital transfusion services.
• Resolves problems between departments that prevent production and distribution of blood components.
• Performs final record review.
• Assists with training.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment. Notifies appropriate personnel if additional service is needed.
• Performs all other duties, at the discretion of management, as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological, medical technology or clinical laboratory science required.

Licenses/ Certifications

• Certification as a Medical Technologist by a recognized certifying agency required (or must receive certification within six months) or CLIA equivalent for high complexity testing required.
• State licensure (as required by regulations).

Experience

No experience required (experience from school program with a full year of internship would suffice for this position).

Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be detail oriented and possess strong communication, organization, analytical, and decision making skills and be able to comprehend and apply clinical laboratory procedures and theory.
• Must be able to maintain donor, patient and employee confidentiality.
• Must possess basic keyboarding skills and the ability to handle and operate laboratory equipment.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts and overtime when necessary.

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