Blood Bank Assistant

Summary

Under the direct supervision of medical technologist, begin blood transfusions, and perform limited number of routine, repetitive, clearly defined analyses for which the individual has demonstrated proficiency. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Transfuse blood and blood components under the supervision of a medical technologist, according to established protocol, and including all patient identification and documentation requirements. Respond to requirements of the workload.
• Follow established procedures for infection control and safety.
• Perform routine technical procedures, including preparation of blood and blood components for transfusion, under supervision of a medical technologist according to AABB standards.
• Perform quality control procedures on reagents and equipment according to established protocol.
• Collect blood specimens.
• Assist in instruction of Medical Technology students and new employees in routine procedural techniques, as assigned.
• Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competency.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

Education

Preferred: Completion of Allied Health Course Work

Minimum: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience

Preferred: One Year

Minimum: 6 Months

About Baptist Memorial Health Care

At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.

At Baptist, We Offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Paid vacation/time off
• Continuing education opportunities
• Generous retirement plan
• Health insurance, including dental and vision
• Sick leave
• Service awards
• Free parking
• Short-term disability
• Life insurance
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts
• Education assistance/continuing education
• Employee referral program

Job Summary:
Position: 13234 - Assistant-Blood Bank
Facility: MBMC - Hospital
Department: JS Pathology Blood Bank MBMC
Category: Laboratory & Pathology
Type: Clinical
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Location: US:MS:Jackson
Located in the Jackson, MS metro area