Strength Through Diversity

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Job Summary

Performs routine and emergency analytical test procedures on all specimens submitted to the Blood Bank. Prepares reagents for analytical tests according to designated procedures.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Performs, observes, interprets, and records a variety of immuno-hematological tests and procedures on both donor and recipient blood samples
• Prepares and dispenses blood and components for transfusion
• Updates and maintains computerized records of all transactions, answers queries, and communicates with clinicians
• Assures adequate updated inventories of blood components and supplies
• Reviews the work of Technicians when a Supervisor is not present
• Performs ABO grouping, Rh typing, antibody detection, and compatibility tests on donor and recipient blood samples
• Performs and interprets results of pre-transfusion tests accurately and consistently, determining serological compatibility between donor and recipient to prevent potentially harmful or fatal transfusion reactions
• Performs and interprets antibody identification studies of patients with positive antibody detection tests or a history of clinically significant antibodies to determine the specificity of the antibody(ies)
• Utilizes special techniques and procedures to identify multiple specificities
• Performs and interprets blood group antigen tests to select antigen-negative red blood cell products for transfusion and determines the antigenic makeup of sensitized recipients as it related to specific blood group systems
• Performs and interprets direct antiglobulin tests
• Performs Elution Studies to determine specificity of immunoglobulins on red cell surface
• Evaluates cases to determine immunological basis for hemolytic anemias and/or delayed hemolytic reactions
• Performs and interprets prenatal tests to identify mothers at risk for Rh sensitization and/or hemolytic disease of the newborn
• Interprets results of prenatal and cord blood studies to determine if the patient is an Rh-immune globulin candidate
• Performs fetal blood screening tests to detect large fetal-maternal transplacental hemorrhage and determines if a more sensitive test is indicated
• Interprets results of fetal acid elution tests for dosage adjustment of Rh-immune globulin
• Performs serological tests and clerical checks to evaluate transfusion reactions. Interprets results of direct and indirect antiglobulin tests
• Reports findings to Medical Director and Attending Physician
• Performs Group & Type and antibody screening tests on samples from blood donors collected at our facilities
• Ships samples to reference laboratory for required tests
• Selects, pools, labels, and dispenses Group & Type compatible blood components such as platelets, fresh frozen plasma, and cryoprecipitate
• Consults flow charts to determine if requests are within guidelines
• Performs proficiency tests administered by the New York City/State Department of Health, College of American Pathologists, or other agencies on a periodic basis
• Records accurately all tests and transactions in the blood bank computer system and on forms. Dispenses blood, components, and accessories and answers telephone requests for components, test results, and general queries
• Maintains adequate inventory of blood, components, and supplies during tour of duty
• Performs and records Quality Control Tests on blood bank reagents and equipment according to the Food Drug Administration (FDA), the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), the College of American Pathologists (CAP), the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organization (JCAH), and the New York City/State Department of Health (DOH) regulations. Performs additional specialized tests as necessary
• Cleans and disinfects benches and equipment according to infection control guidelines from the New York City Department of Health
• Understands thoroughly the guidelines and standards of all five regulating agencies and knows the New York City Health Code
• Remains familiar with laboratory safety practices
• Meets criteria for competency assessment in all areas
• Takes specimens and performs analysis in other St. Luke’s-Roosevelt laboratories if required
• Performs work assignment within expected standards of performance
• Performs work assignment in a timely manner

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree required

Experience Requirements:

One year Blood Bank Technologist experience preferred. Six months clinical training program acceptable.

Licensing and Certification Requirements:

NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist license required

ASCP Certification required

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Office - Beginner

Strength Through Diversity

The Mount Sinai Health System believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Mount Sinai’s unrivaled record of achievement, education, and advancement as we revolutionize medicine together. We invite you to participate actively as a part of the Mount Sinai Health System team by:

• Using a lens of equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to thrive and reach their potential
• Serving as a role model confronting racist, sexist, or other inappropriate actions by speaking up, challenging exclusionary organizational practices, and standing side-by-side in support of colleagues who experience discrimination
• Inspiring and fostering an environment of anti-racist behaviors among and between departments and co-workers

• We work hard to acquire and retain the best people and to create an inclusive, welcoming and nurturing work environment where all feel they are valued, belong, and are able to professionally advance. We share the belief that all employees, regardless of job title or expertise, contribute to the patient experience and quality of patient care.

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Who We Are

Over 38,000 employees strong, the mission of the Mount Sinai Health System is to provide compassionate patient care with seamless coordination and to advance medicine through unrivaled education, research, and outreach in the many diverse communities we serve.

Formed in September 2013, The Mount Sinai Health System combines the excellence of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai with seven premier hospitals, including Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai West (formerly Mount Sinai Roosevelt), Mount Sinai Morningside ( Formerly St Luke’s), and New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude, or treat people differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $47.2189 - $60 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.