Blood Bank Laboratory Specialist (Levels 1-3)

Position Title: Blood Bank Laboratory Specialist (Levels 1-3) Department: Blood Bank Job Description: New to OU Health? Ask your recruiter about our competitive total rewards package including a $3,000 or $1,000 sign-on bonus AND relocation assistance if you're up to 100 miles away! **Blood Bank Lab Specialist positions are available at levels 1 - 3 depending on experience and education:** General Description: Under general supervision, performs routine standardized clinical diagnostic tests in the blood bank. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Performs laboratory patient testing in a prompt and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies. Complies with all hospital and laboratory safety policies and procedures including the appropriate us of PPE. Participates in performance improvement activities and supports the hospital in meeting regulatory and accreditation standards. Participates in laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation and performance improvement. Documents deviations in RL solutions. Performs immunohematology testing. Processes and labels blood components and special blood components and pediatric aliquots. Perform quality control procedures following authorized laboratory policy. Operates, calibrates and maintains instrumentation. Documents completion of instrument maintenance and function checks. Assumes responsibility of own professional development. Calls notification values to appropriate clinical staff and documents those notifications in the electronic medical record. Performs proficiency testing according to laboratory and regulatory requirements. Participates in inventory management. Completes annual competency assessment. Performs other duties as assigned ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR LEVEL 2: Serves as subject matter expert on blood banking and transfusion medicine. Primary preceptor for all new hires staff and program students. Principal trainer for transfusion service and collaborates with nursing educators and TSO. Can review QC procedures. Sets up new methodologies, develops procedural protocols. Is a writer and reviewer for Blood Bank procedures. May submit proficiency testing results to regulatory agency. Is a qualified evaluator for annual competency assessments ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR LEVEL 3: Assists supervisor with laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation. Must also be able to teach others how to manage patient testing, QC and maintenance. Competent to perform all testing and assess competency of others. Assists staff with troubleshooting, area management and specimen issues. Plans and schedules work area assignments. Participates in laboratory quality activities including quality monitoring and auditing, occurrence/deviation documentation and performance improvement. Conducts team huddles and in-services. Maybe principal trainer for transfusion service or may be principal operator for blood bank instrumentation and interfaces. Acts as a mentor for others. Minimum Qualifications (Level 1): Education: Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) with 2 years of experience in Blood Bank/Transfusion Services required. Experience: 2 years of experience in blood bank required. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: National certification by a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT or equivalent) MLT, MT, CLS, MLS, BB required. Minimum Qualifications (Level 2): Education: Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) with 3-5 years of experience in Blood Bank/Transfusion Services required. Experience: 3-5 years of experience in blood bank required. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Nationally recognized certification through one of the following governing accreditations: ASCP, AMT, AABB, NASKL, ASCLS, HHS, ASHI, AAB, ABB, AMS, CRP, EBPH, Military or NILA Minimum Qualifications (Level 3): Education: Graduate of MT/MLS/CLS/BB/SBB program or Associate Degree of Medical Lab Technology (MLT) required. Experience: 5 or more years of experience in blood bank required. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Nationally recognized certification through one of the following governing accreditations: ASCP, AMT, AABB, NASKL, ASCLS, HHS, ASHI, AAB, ABB, AMS, CRP, EBPH, Military or NILA Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have the skills to perform required laboratory testing. Must be able to work as part of a team and follow instructions. Must be able to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled. Must be able to maintain legible, accurate and organized records. Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information and exercise sound judgment. Must be able to multi-task and remain calm in stressful situations. Must possess ability to understand various operations, policies and procedures. Ability to work and communicate with co-workers and other caregivers, and meet their needs in a professional, polite, courteous, compassionate and cooperative manner. Must demonstrate a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards establishing priorities and completing assignments. Knowledge and understanding of blood bank theory and processes. #CB Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state?s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma?s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. 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