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QC Laboratory Technologist II

QC Laboratory Technologist II

CompanyAmerican Red Cross
LocationCleveland, OH, USA
Salary$31.2 – $31.2
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in an applied science is required (Associate degree in science with an MLT may be considered in areas that do not have licensure requirements)
  • Minimum 5 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and related experience required for non-MLT/MT staff. Must meet state and CLIA requirements.
  • Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment, personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods.
  • Ability to work with a team.

Responsibilities

  • Perform moderate to high complexity laboratory testing procedures and interpret various testing procedures on donor specimens, and blood products; Identify and quarantine products/samples that don’t meet quality requirements.
  • Meet the quality and quantity production and testing goals established by the department.
  • Ensure products are suitable for release for distribution.
  • Meet the quality and quantity production and testing goals established by the department, and appropriately manage any exceptions.
  • Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
  • Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and various test kits; maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples.
  • Tracks the quantities and results of QC testing performed to meet ARC and regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in QC staff training and QC projects; may serve as a project lead.
  • Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • MLT (ASCP) or MT(ASCP) certification preferred
  • No additional experience is required for MLT or MT degreed staff.