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Versiti, Inc.

SBB Program - August 2027

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Position Summary Versiti Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) program applicants must meet the following Board of Registry requirements for SBB accreditation/American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP ...

Centstone HC

Medical Lab Technologist

Mauston, WI · On-site

$45 - $50/mo

Medical Lab Technologist Location: Mauston, Wisconsin Pay Rate: $45.00 to $50.00/hr Contract: 13 ... Perform laboratory testing in hematology, chemistry, blood bank, serology, microbiology ...

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What is a blood bank tech?

Blood Bank Techs, also known as Blood Bank Technologists or Medical Laboratory Technicians specializing in blood banking, are healthcare professionals who collect, test, process, and store blood and its components. They ensure the safety and compatibility of blood for transfusions and often conduct various laboratory tests to identify blood types and detect antibodies. Blood Bank Techs play a critical role in supporting surgeries, trauma care, and patients with conditions requiring blood products. Their work helps prevent transfusion reactions and ensures safe and effective patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a blood bank tech?

To thrive as a Blood Bank Tech, you need a solid background in laboratory science, blood typing, and transfusion protocols, usually supported by an associate's or bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology and relevant certification (such as ASCP). Familiarity with laboratory information systems, automated analyzers, and regulatory compliance standards is essential. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work under pressure are critical soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate testing, timely blood product provision, and patient safety in critical medical situations.

What are some typical challenges faced by blood bank techs and how can they be managed?

Blood Bank Techs often encounter challenges such as handling urgent requests for blood products during critical situations, ensuring accurate blood typing and compatibility testing, and maintaining meticulous records. Working under pressure, especially during emergencies or shortages, requires strong attention to detail and excellent communication with medical staff. Staying current with evolving safety protocols and technology is also important, and many techs rely on ongoing training and collaboration with their teams to overcome these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Blood Bank Tech vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectBlood Bank TechMedical Laboratory Technician
CertificationsASCP or equivalent, specialized in blood bankingASCP or equivalent, general lab skills
Work EnvironmentBlood banks, hospitals, transfusion centersHospitals, clinics, diagnostic labs
Job ResponsibilitiesPrepare blood products, crossmatching, donor testingPerform various lab tests on biological samples

Both roles require similar certifications and work in healthcare settings, but Blood Bank Techs focus specifically on blood banking and transfusion services, while Medical Laboratory Technicians handle a broader range of laboratory tests across different specialties.

Blood Bank Tech jobs near you
Infographic showing various Blood Bank Tech job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Senior Consulting Technologist- Transfusion Services/Blood Bank

Sanford Health

Weston, WI

Full-time

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00

Union Position:

No

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Summary

Responsible for consulting and providing guidance regarding transfusion services technical and regulatory issues for laboratories in designated territory.

Job Description

The Senior Consulting Technologist will work with enterprise laboratory committees in addition to established client list to achieve standardized process improvement initiatives. Assists laboratory leadership to prepare for inspections related to accreditation with the College of American Pathologists (CAP), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), COLA, AABB, Joint Commission and others as applicable. Must have a thorough knowledge of general laboratory operations, health care operations, and management principles. Must also develop relationships in order to build and maintain the client base. Demonstrates patience, kindness, and cooperation with clients and co-workers. May be asked to travel to any laboratory site depending on the needs of the facility and at the discretion of the leadership. This position may require acting as a CLIA role of Qualified Laboratory Director, Technical Supervisor and Technical Consultant as needed. Must also qualify to perform duties delegated by the CLIA Laboratory Director.

This position is based in Marshfield, WI and will support laboratories within the Sanford Health- Marshfield Region. This individual will be accountable to methods and instrument performance, quality control and result reporting, problem resolution, new method and instrument evaluation, research, development, planning and implementation, quality control statistics, technical studies, technical education of staff, and other duties as assigned under the Transfusion Services discipline.

Preferred: Specialist certification through American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), SBB - Specialist in Blood Banking

Travel: variable depending on department needs

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related science is required.
Prefer five years' laboratory experience in a hospital or clinic laboratory. Three years of laboratory leadership or consulting technologist experience required.
Must be registered by the American Society of Laboratory Science as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) through an approved Health and Human Services (HHS) agency, for example American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP). If working in North Dakota (ND), must be licensed by the ND Board of Clinical Laboratory Practice.

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Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

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