Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Queens, United States - Staff Icons

Description

s a key member of our team, you will ensure donor antigen testing, location of units, sampling, and labeling activities are being performed for a suitable antigen negative inventory. In addition, you will test for resolution of ABO/RH and antigen discrepancies, as well as perform freezing, washing and deglycerolizing blood products.

Responsibilities include :

• Performing appropriate testing for release of blood products.
• BO/RH and other antigen typing discrepancy investigation.
• Ensuring laboratory testing is done in a timely manner and in accordance with SOPs.
• Entering and extracting information from computerized systems and preparing reports and analyzing data.
• Maintaining and monitoring liquid antigen negative inventory.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical problems of equipment and laboratory testing.
• Maintaining accurate and organized records of all lab activities.
• Performing equipment and reagent Quality Control (QC).
• Investigating, testing and creating reports for ABO/RH and antigen discrepancies.
• Freezing and thawing RBC droplets.
• Freezing, thawing, washing and deglycerolizing RBC products.
• Monitoring isensix.
• Handling other related functions as necessary.

• Baccalaureate Degree in Science or Medical Technology or closely related field.
• Must meet NYS Department of Education Licensing requirements for Clinical Lab Technologist.
• Preferred relevant experience in a laboratory position or in Blood Bank (preferred).
• Knowledge of laboratory practices, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computerized research databases.
• Superior analytical, oral/written communication and problem-solving abilities.