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We have an opportunity for an Immunohematology Laboratory Scientist III to join our Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) team at Bloodworks Northwest.  The incumbent in this role will perform clinical laboratory testing under routine and emergency protocols in IRL.  This role provides technical expertise in IRL testing and in the development and implementation of new methods. Certification will lead to an increase of one level.

Principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Perform daily workups of complex antibody problems and other red cell reference testing. Fill orders for blood in a timely manner. • Perform antibody ID using tube, gel and solid phase methods. • Perform warm autoantibody evaluations using matched cells, adsorption and elution techniques. • Use enhancing reagents and enzymes in evaluation of complex antibody problems. • Perform extended transfusion reaction evaluations. • Perform neonatal evaluations and antibody titers. • Foster good customer service by acting as technical resource and consultant to internal and external laboratory professionals and physicians. This may include the clinical significance of results, billing and logistical issues, etc. • Maintain and track inventory levels of antigen typed units and supplies for testing. • Maintain proficiency in thawing of rare units (ARDP). • Type, pack, and send rare units provided to the national exchange of rare units. • Participate in initiatives to meet requirements for the American Rare Donor Program in order for the laboratory to maintain AABB IRL accreditation. • Prepare and QC reagents and serum for use during daily operations. • Review workup documentation, final reports, and coordinate billing for testing performed. • Encourage cooperation between all staff and maintain a professional and productive working environment. • Troubleshoot equipment and transportation problems. • Maintain complete and accurate documentation of all testing, research, validation. Perform and document equipment Quality Control (QC) and maintenance. • Work with laboratory staff to develop clear, concise, up to date Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). • Understand and participate in Quality Assurance (QA) functions of the laboratory. Report incidents involving unusual circumstances or failure to follow written standard operating procedure. 23052343 Immunohematology Laboratory Scientist III Effective Date: July 2022 Revised May, 2023 • Complete CAP/AABB Survey Assignments within allotted time frame. • Coordinate direct observations for competency assessments • Keep current with emerging technologies and trends within the field of red cell reference. • Participate in continuing education activities with a minimum of 6 contact hours per year. • Comply with all applicable SOPs as written. • Perform other duties as assigned. • Comply with a