Blood Bank Technologist at University Hospital, Newark NJ

Newark, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Aug, 26

Salary

52.29

Posted On

15 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Specimen Processing, Blood Product Inventory Management, Quality Control, Result Reporting, Clinical Testing, Clerical Documentation, Patient Safety, Regulatory Compliance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview About the Role The Blood Bank Technologist plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient management of blood and blood products. This position is responsible for maintaining inventory, performing daily temperature quality control of designated refrigerators, and preparing products such as thawed fresh frozen plasma and aliquoted units for pediatric patients. Additional responsibilities include logging and issuing blood products, performing clerical duties, and responding to phone inquiries, while effectively communicating needs to staff under the direction of the Chief Technologist. Responsibilities What You’ll Do Performs specimen processing, testing, and result reporting with accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to established turnaround times, including escalation of critical values. Maintains and monitors blood/blood product inventory to ensure availability, minimize waste, and issue components for transfusion within required timelines. Conducts and documents quality control procedures on equipment and techniques, identifies and resolves QC issues, and reports out-of-range results in accordance with departmental policy. Completes required computer functions and clerical tasks with accuracy, supporting the operational and documentation needs of the Blood Bank. Ensures cleanliness, order, and proper functioning of assigned work areas and equipment, following departmental safety and productivity standards. Demonstrates compliance with University Hospital’s policies, regulatory standards, and corporate code of conduct, while keeping current on changes in federal, state, and institutional requirements. Communicates effectively with staff and supervisors, organizing pending work for follow-up and performing additional related duties as assigned. Qualifications What You’ll Bring Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent required. ASCP certification or equivalent preferred. Preferred: ASCP certification or equivalent preferred. What We Offer Vacation Accrued Time Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage Dental & Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance Pension Plan Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Development Compensation (NJ Job Transparency Law) In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is $36.55 - $52.29. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. About Us University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation. Apply Today We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.

Responsibilities

The Blood Bank Technologist manages blood product inventory and performs critical specimen processing and testing. They are responsible for maintaining equipment quality control and ensuring the safe issuance of blood components for transfusions.