Medical Laboratory Scientist Blood Bank at Axle

(ID: 2025-1011)Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research biomedical informatics and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science software engineering and program management we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).Axle is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist Blood Bank to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the Clinical Center (CC) located in Bethesda MD.Benefits We Offer:100% Medical Dental & Vision Coverage for EmployeesPaid Time Off and Paid Holidays401K match up to 5%Educational Benefits for Career GrowthEmployee Referral BonusFlexible Spending Accounts:Healthcare (FSA)Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)Overall Position Summary and Objectives The contractor will independently provide clinical support services to The National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) Department of Transfusion Medicine (DTM) Transfusion Services Laboratory (TSL). The TSL performs specialized and technically demanding serologic and molecular Immunohematologic procedures for clinical diagnostic transfusion support and research purposes. The DTM includes an FDA-licensed collection facility where the TSL manufactures most blood components transfused in the CC. Additionally the contractor provides transfusion medicine training for the various training programs sponsored by the CC i.e. accredited Transfusion Medicine Fellowship and Specialists in Blood Banking programs.Deliverables:Clean Equipment - Ad-HocRun Validation - Ad-HocInspect Equipment - Ad-HocMeet with lab members to present updates - Ad-HocWork products and documents related to performing laboratory testing (pre-analytic analytic post-analytic phases); evaluate blood transfusion orders for appropriateness based on screening criteria; communicate with nurses and physicians to clarify questionable transfusion or testing orders. - Ad-HocWork products and documents related to performing compatibility (crossmatch) testing of donor and patient-recipient samples using automated and manual methods. - Ad-HocWork products and documents related to resolving routine RBC blood group antibody problems; performing moderately complex testing to resolve complex RBC blood group antibody problems in consultation with technical specialist. - Ad-HocWork products and documents related to preparing blood components such as frozen plasma leuko-reduced RBC and buffy coats from whole blood collections and pathogen reduced platelets; perform lot release and labeling for blood components. - Ad-HocWork Details:Perform laboratory testing (pre-analytical analytical post-analytical phases) in accordance with regulatory and accrediting agency requirements - 1Perform compatibility crossmatch testing of donor and patient-recipient samples using automated and manual methods - 2Independently resolve routine RBC blood group antibody problems; perform moderately complex testing to resolve complex RBC blood group antibody problems in consultation with technical specialist - 3Maintain laboratory equipment - 4Manages blood inventory arranging for import/export of necessary blood components - 5Provides technical experience needed to assist in studying the basic principles of plant and animal lifeStudy basic principles of plant and animal life such as origin relationship development anatomy and functionAssists with performing basic laboratory experiments and proceduresPerforms quality assurance functions in support of improving operations and methodsPrepares organizes and maintains various lab samples supplies and equipmentOperate calibrate or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis such as spectrophotometers calorimeters flame photometers or computer-controlled analyzersLearns new laboratory techniques and proceduresMonitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standardsInterpret research or operational dataRecord research or operational dataEvaluate blood transfusion orders for appropriateness based on screening criteriaCommunicate with nurses and physicians to clarify questionable transfusion or testing ordersPerform component manufacturing duties i.e. prepare blood components like frozen plasma leukoreduced RBC and buffy coats from whole blood collections and pathogen reduced plateletsPerform lot release and labeling for blood componentsPosition is Tier I - Emergency Essential/Excepted1 2 3 4 5 represents priority rankings where 1 is highest priority and 5 is lowest priority of those rankedMinimum Education:MastersAdditional Qualifications:Certifications & LicensesMinimum three (3) years of blood bank experience in a laboratory environment preferredAccredited clinical laboratory science training programBachelors degree is acceptableField of StudyMedical Technologies Technicians - Miscellaneous Health Medical ProfessionsSoftwareMS Office Suite (including Teams)SkillsExcellent analytical organizational and time management skillsStrong communication skills both oral and writtenDisclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills responsibilities duties and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position job description or responsibilities as needed.The diversity of Axles employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age race gender religion national origin disability marital status covered veteran status sexual orientation status with respect to public assistance and other characteristics protected under state federal or local law and to deter those who aid abet or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidates experience qualifications skills and location.Salary Range$75000 - $83000 USD Key Skills Criminal Justice,Arm,Impromptu,ABB,Home Care,HSE Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 75000 - 83000