Overview

Job Summary

Performs a variety of laboratory examinations and tests including specialized or experimental procedures assuring rapid and accurate results. Provides technical expertise and consultation to all Blood Bank Labs in Navicent Health system. Services provided include immunohematology testing, compatibility testing for blood product administration, volume reduction, and irradiation of appropriate blood products and the storage, dispensing and tracking of tissue products. Assures accreditation standards are followed at all Navicent facility Blood Bank Labs for the following: FDA, American Society Blood Banks (AABB), DNV, DCH, College of American Pathologists (CAP). Assures technical competency of Navicent Blood Bank employees.

Education, Training, and Experience

Baccalaureate degree from accredited college or university to include a minimum of 30 quarter hours lecture and lab courses in chemical, physical and/or biological science, including at least 15 quarter hours of chemistry, 10 quarter hours of biology, and 5 quarter hours of math.

Master's Degree/SBB (Specialist Blood Bank) required.

Minimum 5 years Blood Bank experience required.

Other Job Requirements, Licenses, Certifications

Registration as a Medical Technologist (MT, MLS, CLT, CLS) by the Board of Registry as ASCP or AMT.