3rd Shift Reference Lab Technologist-Bethlehem, PA

Are you looking for a job that will have a positive impact in the lives of many people? Do you have a passion to work in a fast-paced, not-for-profit environment? Do you want to support our mission of saving lives? Then, Miller-Keystone Blood Center may be the right fit for you!

At MKBC, we save lives every day by providing blood products to hospitals in PA and NJ. The 3rd shift Reference Lab Technologist position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of reference lab workups while performing routine to complex immunohematology testing. The anticipated hourly rate starts at $30/hr and is commensurate with experience. In addition, Miller-Keystone offers the following to all full-time employees:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Prescription Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Personal and Sick Days
• Fitness/Gym reimbursement
• Retirement Savings Plan
• And Much More!

What you will be doing:

• Equipment & Quality Control: Perform and document quality control, equipment maintenance, and instrument checks in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs); follow established procedures when test systems fall outside acceptable performance limits.

• Reference Laboratory Testing: Receive, handle, and process specimens; perform ABO/Rh testing, discrepancy resolution, routine to complex antibody identification, platelet serology, hemoglobin S testing, and antigen typing; coordinate procurement of special and rare blood products and complete required documentation and data entry.
• Blood Component Preparation: Prepare, process, and label blood components, including washed RBCs, glycerolized and deglycerolized RBCs, and other specialized products.
• Reporting & Consultation: Provide accurate written reports and verbal consultation regarding transfusion recommendations and immunohematology findings; maintain complete and accurate patient testing and proficiency testing records.
• Regulatory Compliance: Perform proficiency testing in the same manner as patient testing and ensure all work complies with SOPs, organizational policies, cGMP requirements, and applicable regulatory and accrediting standards.
• Problem Resolution & Corrective Action: Apply independent judgment to resolve situations not specifically addressed by established procedures; identify and address issues affecting test performance or reporting, initiate corrective action, and escalate concerns to the Department Head or designee as appropriate; document deviations and corrective actions in accordance with established requirements.
• Department Support & Customer Service: Assist the Department Head with assigned responsibilities and support high-quality service to internal and external customers.

What you will bring to the role:

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, or biological or clinical lab science or medical technology program from an accredited institution is required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in a healthcare or clinical laboratory and MLS/MT, BB, or SBB certification through ASCP are preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in laboratory testing, quality control, and equipment operation.
• Proficiency with laboratory information systems and related software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to accurately document results.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity sufficient to perform laboratory procedures, including microscopy.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule based on operational needs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Additional information:

This position reports to the Reference Lab Supervisor and will be based out of our Bethlehem location. They will be responsible for working the following schedule:

• The normal hours for this position are 10pm-6am.
• On call responsibilities would be as needed including at least one holiday.
• Training for this position would be Monday-Friday 7-3 (day shift) until fully trained.

EEO Statement

Miller-Keystone is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants are welcomed and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. It shall endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation requested by all employees with documented disabilities who are otherwise able to perform the essential functions of their jobs.