Medical Technologist Blood Bank - SBB/MT/MLS/MLT

POSITION SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Laboratory Service Supervisor, participate in daily operations of the blood bank, performing Clinical Laboratory tests, analyzes and interprets test results, assisting with communication of test results to patients, physicians and employees, and ensures accuracy. Uses technical competencies and judgment to respond and handle situations as they arise. Assists with the Laboratory PI program, ordering of supplies, developing procedures and other areas as needed.JOB DETAILS:Swing shift, some coverage for weekend nightsKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Follows St. Joseph Medical Center's HIPAA guidelines to prevent unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).Promotes a culture of safety through proper patient identification, incident reporting, and non-punitive documentation practices.Provides technical and regulatory oversight for all CLIA specialties, including transfusion services (blood bank).Supervises and performs high-complexity testing, including blood bank procedures, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.Verifies that patient results are released only when all laboratory systems, including blood bank equipment, are functioning properly.Oversees documentation and review of quality control, proficiency testing, and corrective actions across all testing areas.Manages staff training, orientation, scheduling, and ongoing competency assessments, ensuring team readiness and compliance.Supports operational efficiency through supply management, equipment maintenance, and coordination of repairs.Assists the Laboratory Manager with staffing decisions, productivity monitoring, and performance evaluations.Leads or participates in quality improvement initiatives, education efforts, and interdepartmental collaboration involving blood product usage.Supportive of the compliance program set forth by St. Joseph Medical Center and demonstrated by: Upholds the Code of Ethics and Corporate ComplianceAdheres to and helps to enforce all compliance policies relevant to his/her area.Assures timely compliance education as requested by the Regional Compliance & Safety Officer and/or through corporate initiatives.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:Proficient in routine and specialized laboratory procedures relevant to Blood Bank and clinical lab testing.Strong technical and critical thinking skills for problem-solving and quality assessment.Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with physicians, staff, and external partners.Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.Demonstrates flexibility, initiative, and the ability to adapt to changing workloads.Maintains professionalism and accuracy under stress or in high-demand situations.Multilingual skills preferred but not required.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled1 years experience as a Blood Bank Medical Technologist.Certification as a Medical Technologist, CLS (NCA) or MT (ASCP) or Certification as a Specialist in Blood Bank SBB (ASCP).If certified after 2004, must maintain active credential status to maintain employment.MT - Completion of a bachelor's degree in medical technology, Biology or related science and successful completion of a CAAHEP approved program in Medical TechnologyHouston's oldest hospital is GROWING!Welcome to St. Joseph Medical Center (SJMC), Houston's first and only downtown hospital delivering world-class care for the last 137 years and looking forward to the next century of exceptional care to Houstonians when they need us most.Whether it's for a scheduled surgery, the birth of a baby, an unexpected emergency, or an outpatient visit, we have staff available around the clock to provide you with access to immediate, quality health care. SJMC has been providing health care services to Greater Houston residents for over 130 years, which should give you great comfort knowing that we have a great tradition of caring for our community. We strive to meet our patients' expectations and encourage our patients to provide us with feedback on how we can help them have the best experience possible while they're in our care.Over the last years we have expanded our services to include the Advanced Wound Care Center, Comprehensive Cardiac and Vascular Services, the Women's Center, the St. Joseph Maternal Fetal Medicine Center, and a Weight Loss Surgery Program, just to name a few. As you work with our physicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and other staff, you will be guided through your healthcare journey, from diagnosis to treatment, with compassion every step of the way.Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are at the foundation of the care St Joseph Medical Center provides to our community we are privileged to support in all of our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other non-job-related characteristics.