IRL Technologist - Blood Bank Technology Program

WHY CHOOSE US?

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.

At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview) :

Participate in a paid, four-month Blood Bank Technology (BBT)Program as an Immunohematology Reference Laboratories (IRL) Technician. Upon completion, participants will be prepared and eligible to take the blood banking board certification exam. Once certified, individuals can transition into an Immunohematology Reference Laboratories (IRL) Technologist role and begin training. The BBT Program is not available in the Immunohematology Reference Laboratories in New York and Puerto Rico.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD (Key Responsibilities) :

The Blood Bank Technology (BBT) Program provides essential knowledge and skills, reinforcing concepts and techniques from didacticmaterials through hands-on laboratory experience. Written and practical assessments are used to evaluate proficiency.

Program topicsinclude : Basic Laboratory Knowledge, Immunology, Genetics, Blood Donor Collection, Infectious Disease Testing, Component Manufacturing, Storage, Distribution, Quality Control Testing, Blood Groups, Pretransfusion Testing, Blood Utilization. Blood administration, and Adverse Events of Transfusion

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications) :

Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) with 24 semester hours of academic science including 6 semester hours of biological sciences and 6 semester hours of chemical sciences

Good written and verbal skills to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Must be able to work on a team and independently.

Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment.

Ability to use a personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE(Preferred Qualifications) :

• Blood Bank or laboratory experience.
• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) associate's degree / certification.

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.