Blood Bank Specialist OR Transfusion Services Technologist in Vermont

A respected acute care hospital in Vermont is seeking an experienced Blood Bank Technologist II / Blood Bank Specialist to join its laboratory team. The MLS II/Blood Bank Technologist II functions as a generalist across all laboratory sections while providing advanced technical and administrative oversight of the Blood Bank. The specialist will perform diagnostic testing, support quality and regulatory compliance, troubleshoot complex technical issues, assist with staff training, and help maintain efficient daily laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing across all laboratory sections, including specialized and advanced procedures
• Provide technical oversight and daily support within the Blood Bank
• Process specimens and monitor pending tests to ensure timely, accurate results
• Evaluate quality control, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance data
• Troubleshoot complex instrument and assay issues
• Assist with method validation, proficiency testing, and regulatory compliance
• Maintain Blood Bank procedures, training materials, and competency assessments
• Manage inventory and support equipment planning
• Provide technical guidance and training to laboratory staff
• Assist other laboratory sections during workload fluctuations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or a related biological or chemical science
• Nationally recognized MLS, MT, MLT SBB or BB ASCP Certification Required
• At least two years of clinical laboratory experience as an MLS, or four years as an MLT
• At least two years of high-complexity testing experience, including Blood Bank experience
• Strong technical, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented laboratory

Schedule

• Permanent, full-time position
• 80 hours bi-weekly
• Primarily day shift
• Up to two weekends per month
• Flexibility for occasional varied shifts, holidays, and on-call coverage may be required

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Sign-on bonus for experienced candidates*
• Competitive compensation ($30 - $42 with some flexibility based on experience) 
• Generous benefits package
• Comprehensive health and wellness resources
• Support for a healthy work-life balance
• Financial and retirement-planning benefits
• Collaborative, high-reliability work environment
• Opportunity to serve as a technical leader in Blood Bank while maintaining generalist skills

If you’re interested, reach out today!

Contact Andrea at

andrea@ka-recruiting.com

ACC 269310381