Rhode Island Blood Center Hiring for Medical Laboratory Technologist Job at Providence, RI Full Time

JOIN THE TEAM THAT GIVES THE GIFT OF LIFE!

The Rhode Island Blood Center is currently seeking (1) Full Time, Third Shift Immunohematology Reference Laboratory Technologists.

• Resolve routine to complex serological problems of patients requiring transfusion therapy and inform hospital technologists, supervisors or physicians of results by telephone. Prepare patient consultation reports including transfusion recommendations /suggestions sent to hospital blood bank supervisors and Medical Director. Coordinate with blood bank supervisors, Medical Director and private physicians to provide the safest blood products for patients with red cell / antibody problems.
• Provide antigen negative blood from RIBC’s liquid or frozen inventory or from the American Rare Donor Program. Maintain rare donor inventories and rare and unusual donor/blood through coding and classification to maximize the effective use of rare and unusual blood types.
• Procure and maintain rare red blood cells and rare antisera inventories for use in testing. Maintain inventories of reagent antisera and laboratory supplies. Freeze and maintain rare red cells stored in liquid nitrogen. Maintain, test, evaluate and QC reagents and equipment. Assist in planning long-term capital equipment needs.
• Participate in rotating on-call (weekends, holidays, evenings, and nights) for consultation, patient work-ups, antigen negative unit selection or screening for transfusion problems.
• Keep current on Transfusion Medicine procedures and research and participate in educational programs such as lectures, seminars, and workshops.

Education and Experience Requirements: MT, CLS, BB or SBB. 2 years blood banking experience in a transfusion center or blood center reference laboratory. Education will be accepted in lieu of experience.

We have earned an excellent reputation as an employer of choice, and our culture enables our staff members to perform at their best. We have one of the most competitive benefits and compensation programs available. Our training programs, investment in technology, and commitment to innovation have enabled us to steadily grow over more than 30 years. As a Blood Center employee, you’ll truly make a difference in the lives of Rhode Island residents.

RIBC is an equal opportunity employer, proud to be an EEO/ADA Employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 – $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Differential pay

Application Question(s):

• Have you been vaccinated against COVID19?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

• ASCP Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location