Position & Client Overview:

Our Georgia-based client, one of the leading blood manufacturers in the country, is in need of a Medical Technologist for their high-volume laboratory. This is a Technical Specialist position working on the second shift doing QA/QC testing.

This is a wonderful opportunity for those who would like to advance their blood banking skills or pursue a SBB.

The ideal candidate will have at least two (2) years of experience in blood banking.

Their outstanding benefits start on the first day of employment, and the compensation is extremely competitive. They offer multiple insurance plans, generous PTO, a matching 401k program, and so much more.

This Monday through Friday position is located in a desirable location right outside Atlanta. Spend your weekends enjoying world-class restaurants, festive nightlife, professional sports teams, and an abundance of attractions and events.

Salary Range: $26-34/hour

Job Summary:

Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Specialty areas of laboratory medicine include clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.

 

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

 

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential

 

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• At least two (2) years of experience with blood bank and some lead and or supervisory experience
• Bachelor's degree in science
• MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent

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.