QC Laboratory Technologist II - Military Veterans

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: 

As a QC Lab Technologist II you will perform advanced manufacturing, processing and test procedures on blood products, and will interpret test results before releasing blood to area hospitals. You will manufacture and prepare pathogen reduced platelet products for hospital patient use, in a highly regulated environment. As a Technologist II you may assume operational supervisory responsibilities on your designated shift; you will mentor and guide Technologist I and Technician staff, and provide support, development, and/or leadership guidance to all line staff.   

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD 

Key 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.     

The aforementioned responsibilities of the Technologist describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list.  

Standard Schedule: This is a first shift position 6am-4pm working four 10 hour days rotating Monday-Sunday.

Pay Information: The pay rate for this position is $ 28.75 per hour. There is a shift differential of $1.00 per hour for weekend hours.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: 

Bachelor’s degree in an applied science is required (Associate degree in science may be considered in areas that do no 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.   

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: 

MLT (ASCP) or MT(ASCP) certification preferred  

No additional experience is required for MLT or MT degreed staff.    

Physical Requirements:  

Requires standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended time periods.  Lift, pull, push and move objects of up to 50 pounds.  May work in walk-in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time. Required to wear protective clothing such as lab coats, gloves, face shields, etc. when there is exposure to blood and blood products and/or where work location requires. 

BENEFITS FOR YOU: 

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 the learn. 

• Medical, Dental Vision plans 

• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts 

• PTO + Holidays 

• 401K with 5% match 

• Paid Family Leave 

• Employee Assistance 

• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term 

• Service Awards and recognition ]]>