Medical Laboratory Technician

Job DescriptionJob Details:Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist – Blood BankLocation: Evansville, IN (Onsite)Job Type: 5+ Months Contract (Possible extension or conversion into permanent)Schedule: Day Shift, Monday–Friday (Flexible Start Time)Pay Range: $50-56/Hr W2.OverviewWe are seeking a Clinical Technical Specialist – Blood Bank to lead Transfusion Medicine operations within a hospital laboratory setting. This role focuses on process improvement, standardization, regulatory compliance, and staff training to ensure high-quality blood bank services.DutiesLead Transfusion Medicine / Blood Bank projects and initiativesEnsure compliance with FDA, CAP, and AABB standardsManage FDA reportable events and documentationDevelop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Drive quality improvement and process standardizationEvaluate and support implementation of lab instrumentation and reagentsCollaborate with hospital leadership and quality teamsDevelop training and competency programs for lab staffEstablish productivity standards and quality metricsParticipate in committees and cross-functional initiativesQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related fieldASCP Certification (Required)3–6 years of clinical laboratory experienceStrong experience in: Blood Bank / Transfusion Medicine, Regulatory compliance (FDA, CAP, AABB), SOP development and quality systems and Laboratory instrumentation and validationPrior experience in training, leadership, or process improvement preferredWork Environment & Physical RequirementsClinical laboratory setting with exposure to biological materials and chemicalsAbility to lift up to 30 lbs and perform routine lab movementsColor vision requiredRequired immunizations: COVID-19, Flu, MMR, Varicella, Tdap, TB testing