QC Laboratory Technologist II

American Red Cross

Location:
Columbus, OH, USA
Category:
Professional Staff
Posted Jul 2, 2026Apply by Jul 17, 2026 (15d left)
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As a QC Lab Technologist II, you will perform advanced manufacturing, processing and test procedures on blood products, interpret test results before releasing blood to hospitals, and may assume operational supervisory responsibilities. You will mentor and guide staff and provide support and leadership in a highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform moderate to high complexity laboratory testing procedures and interpret various testing procedures on donor specimens and blood products
  • Identify and quarantine products/samples that don’t meet quality requirements
  • Meet the quality and quantity production and testing goals established by the department
  • Ensure products are suitable for release for distribution
  • Appropriately manage any exceptions
  • Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements
  • Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and various test kits
  • Maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples
  • Track the quantities and results of QC testing performed to meet ARC and regulatory requirements
  • Participate in QC staff training and QC projects; may serve as a project lead
  • Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities with cross-functional teams

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in an applied science is required (Associate degree in science with an MLT may be considered in areas that do not have licensure requirements)
  • Minimum 5 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and related experience required for non-MLT/MT staff
  • Must meet state and CLIA requirements
  • Ability to use a wide variety of lab or medical equipment, personal computer and applicable software for sustained periods
  • Ability to work with a team
  • MLT (ASCP) or MT(ASCP) certification preferred
  • No additional experience is required for MLT or MT degreed staff

Skills

  • Regulatory Laboratory Experience
  • Manufacturing Environment
  • CLIA Requirements
  • Laboratory Equipment Operation
  • Medical Equipment Operation
  • Laboratory Software Use
  • Blood Product Testing
  • Test Result Interpretation
  • Operational Supervision
  • Technical Mentoring
  • MLT(ASCP) certification
  • MT Certification

Languages

English