Blood Banking Reagent Technologist MLS/MT

Job Description:

WHY CHOOSE US?
As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.

We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.

The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women's Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Join our Diagnostic Manufacturing Division (DMD) as a Blood Banking Reagent Technologist in the Serology manufacturing department. You'll work with an experienced team to produce FDA-licensed blood grouping reagents, blood banking devices, and rare antisera. Responsibilities include advanced manufacturing, processing, and testing procedures, as well as participation in special projects.

The DMD team works collaboratively together, and you will become a part of the dedicated team that supplies the 44 Red Cross Immunohematology Reference Labs with quality, cost effective blood banking reagents.

Comply with safety policies and procedures in the work area and use applicable protective equipment at all times to prevent exposure to potentially infectious blood and body fluids.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform moderate to high complexity laboratory testing procedures. Manufacture blood products according to FDA, AABB, CLIA and Red Cross policies and procedures. 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. Perform good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing process. Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
• Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and various test kits. Perform and interpret various testing procedures on donor specimens, and blood products. Tracks the quantities and results of QC testing performed to meet ARC and regulatory requirements.
• Operate, maintain, repair and perform validation and quality control checks on laboratory equipment, reagents and supplies to ensure the quality and accuracy of laboratory test procedures. Participate in the performance of qualifications and validations for collections equipment. Ensure adequate inventory of required supplies.
• Perform data entry and operate the computer programs associated with component production, labeling and testing. Maintain accurate, legible and complete manufacturing department records. Maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples.
• Perform review of manufacturing records. Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information provided from other departments to meet time requirements and quality standards. Identify and quarantine products/samples that don't meet quality requirements.
• Participate in QC staff training as needed.
  

Standard Schedule:

Monday through Friday, dayshift 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. (No weekends or holidays) There will be an on-call requirement 3 to 4 times per year.

The DMD is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, which is close to Washington, DC

Pay Information: The pay range for this position is: $32-$42/per hour. The compensation is based on your specific skills, education level, and how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role.

This position may be hired as a Technologist level I or II, depending on overall experience, experience in BB, licensure, and education.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Qualifications:

• Education: Associates degree or Bachelor's degree in an applied science required, MLT (ASCP) or MT/MLS(ASCP) certification preferred
  Experience: Minimum 3-4 years related experience (Manual blood bank testing, tube shaking)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment. Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to work with a team.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE:

BB/SBB is a plus

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

Selected candidate may be eligible to participate in our BB or SBB training program

We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance and learn.

* Medical, Dental Vision plans

* Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts

* PTO + Holidays

* 401K with 6% match

* Paid Family Leave

* Employee Assistance

* Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term

* Service Awards and recognition

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners - the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance - launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce.American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations.

Interested in Volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.

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