Blood Bank, Medical Technologist, Evening Shift
Healthcare Connections, Inc.

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Position & Client Overview:

We are seeking a Blood Bank Technologist II or above with experience in advanced immunohematology testing for a second shift position at a world renown blood center in Birmingham.

Birmingham is nestled at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and the cross-section of two major railroads. The city was once the primary industrial center of the southern United States. At the height of the nation's manufacturing age, the city grew so fast in population, it was called the "Magic City." Today, Birmingham has transformed itself into a medical research, banking and service-based economy, making it one of the nation's most livable cities with a vibrant downtown, a burgeoning loft community, a world-class culinary scene and more green space per capita than any other city in the nation.

Overview:

Blood bank technologists perform both routine and specialized tests in blood banks, blood donor centers, transfusion services, reference laboratories and research facilities.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
  
• Dexterity and good hand-eye coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
  
• Follow instructions and procedures very carefully
  
• Critical thinking skills to recognize problems and develop solutions or alternative approaches
  
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance
  

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Testing for blood group antigens, compatibility and antibody identification
  
• Investigating abnormalities and adverse reactions to transfusion
  
• Supporting physicians in transfusion therapy for patients
  
• Performing viral marker testing to ensure patient safety
  
• Managing patient blood
  

Education and Certification:

• Bachelor's degree in science;
  
• MT/MLT/MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent;
  
• SBB(ASCP) certification a plus
  
• Three (3) or more years experience required
  

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law.

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