Job Description

Job Title: Blood Bank Technologist

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis on all specimens received in the laboratory for the assigned station, with a primary focus on blood bank testing.

• Conduct testing in hematology, including urinalysis, coagulation studies, and spinal fluid counts, in accordance with established laboratory protocols.

• Apply a thorough understanding of the principles behind all tests performed and maintain working knowledge of all equipment used in the assigned station.

• Ensure that all specimens are properly labeled and placed into appropriate storage conditions to maintain specimen integrity.

• Follow all quality control policies and procedures to ensure accurate, reliable, and reproducible patient results.

• Recognize critical or life-threatening test results, verify their accuracy, and promptly report them to the appropriate clinician or care team.

• Accurately document and verify all test results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) in a timely manner.

• Adhere to all laboratory safety policies and regulatory standards while handling specimens, reagents, and equipment.

• Participate in ongoing efforts to support the rebuilding and continuous improvement of the laboratory's operations and services.

• Collaborate with colleagues and leadership to maintain an efficient workflow and support a culture of quality, accuracy, and accountability.

Essential Skills

• Active New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license or valid permit issued by the New York State Department of Education for Clinical Laboratory Technology.

• Prior blood bank experience in a clinical laboratory setting.

• Ability and willingness to work an overnight shift from 12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., including rotating weekends.

• Proficiency in performing blood bank testing and related laboratory procedures in accordance with established protocols.

• Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and instrumentation used in blood bank, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, and spinal fluid analysis.

• Ability to recognize, verify, and appropriately escalate critical or life-threatening test results.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in specimen handling, testing, and result documentation in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).

• Commitment to following quality control policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Effective communication skills to interact with clinicians and laboratory colleagues regarding test results and laboratory processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• ASCP certification is preferred but not required if the candidate holds a full New York State Medical Laboratory Technologist license.

• Experience working as a Medical Technologist, Med Tech, or Medical Laboratory Technologist in a hospital or clinical laboratory environment.

• Familiarity with clinical laboratory workflows, including blood bank, hematology, and general laboratory operations.

• Interest in professional growth and upward mobility within the laboratory setting.

• Ability to adapt to a laboratory that is undergoing development and improvement, contributing positively to process enhancements.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage workload efficiently on an overnight schedule.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brooklyn, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brooklyn,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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