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W3Global Inc.

Medical Lab Scientist

Chicago, IL

$32 - $36/hr

This is a Generalist role with a strong focus on Blood Bank (Transfusion Services) . Job Responsibilities * Perform moderate and high-complexity laboratory testing following laboratory procedures.

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As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for blood transfusion in the United States is $27.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $39.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To succeed in a blood transfusion role, you typically need a healthcare background such as a medical technologist or registered nurse, with up-to-date certification (e.g., ASCP, state RN license) and knowledge of transfusion medicine protocols. Familiarity with blood banking information systems, laboratory instrumentation, and strict adherence to regulatory standards like AABB and FDA guidelines is crucial. Attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are important soft skills for this position. These qualities ensure safe handling and administration of blood products, patient safety, and effective teamwork within high-stakes clinical environments.

What are some typical responsibilities and challenges faced by professionals working in blood transfusion roles?

Professionals in blood transfusion roles are responsible for the safe administration and management of blood products, verifying patient and product identification, and monitoring for any adverse reactions during transfusions. They often collaborate closely with physicians, laboratory personnel, and other healthcare team members to ensure accurate testing, compatibility, and documentation. One of the main challenges is maintaining strict quality and safety standards while working under time-sensitive conditions, especially in emergency situations. This role requires a high level of attention to detail and the ability to swiftly address problems to prioritize patient safety and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.

What is a Blood Transfusion job?

A Blood Transfusion job typically involves the collection, testing, preparation, and administration of blood and blood components to patients in need. Professionals in this field, such as transfusion nurses, medical laboratory technologists, or blood bank specialists, ensure the safe handling and compatibility of blood products. They follow strict protocols to prevent infections and adverse reactions. This role is crucial in hospitals, blood banks, and medical facilities where blood transfusions are required for surgeries, anemia, trauma, or other medical conditions.

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Infographic showing various Blood Transfusion job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,574 per year, or $27.2 per hour.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Nextonic Solutions

Bethesda, MD • On-site

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description


Nextonic Solutions is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist Blood Bank to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the Clinical Center (CC) located in Bethesda, MD. The contractor will independently provide clinical support services to The National Institutes of Health, Clinical Center (CC), Department of Transfusion Medicine (DTM), Transfusion Services Laboratory (TSL). The TSL performs specialized and technically demanding serologic and molecular Immunohematologic procedures for clinical diagnostic transfusion support and research purposes. The DTM includes an FDA-licensed collection facility where the TSL manufactures the majority of blood components transfused in the CC. Additionally, the contractor provides transfusion medicine training for the various training programs sponsored by the CC, i.e. accredited Transfusion Medicine Fellowship and Specialists in Blood Banking programs.
Deliverables:
  • Meet with lab members to present updates
  • Work products and documents related to performing compatibility (crossmatch) testing of donor and patient-recipient samples using automated and manual methods.
  • Work products and documents related to performing laboratory testing (pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical phases); evaluate blood transfusion orders for appropriateness based on screening criteria; communicate with patients' nurses and physicians to clarify questionable transfusion or testing orders.
  • Work products and documents related to resolving routine RBC blood group antibody problems; performing moderately complex testing to resolve complex RBC blood group antibody problems in consultation with the technical specialist.
  • Work products and documents related to preparing blood components such as frozen plasma, leukoreduced RBC and buffycoats from whole blood collections and pathogen reduced platelets; perform lot release and labeling for blood components.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform laboratory testing pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical phases in accordance with regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
  • Perform compatibility cross-matching testing of donor and patient-recipient samples
  • Independently resolve routine RBC blood group antibody problems and perform moderately complex testing in consultation with technical specialist.
  • Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers.
  • Manages blood inventory, arranging for import/export of necessary blood components.
  • Provides technical experience needed to assist in studying the basic principles of plant and animal life.
  • Study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and function.
  • Assists with performing basic laboratory experiments and procedures.
  • Performs quality assurance functions in support of improving operations and methods.
  • Prepares, organizes and maintains various lab samples, supplies, and equipment.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment.
  • Learns new laboratory techniques and procedures.
  • Monitor operational procedures in technical environments to ensure conformance to standards.
  • Interpret research or operational data.
  • Record research or operational data.
  • Evaluate blood transfusion orders for appropriateness based on screening criteria.
  • Communicate with patients nurses and physicians to clarify questionable transfusion or testing orders.
  • Perform component manufacturing duties, i.e. prepare blood components such as frozen plasma, leukoreduced RBC, and buffycoats from whole blood collections and pathogen reduced platelets.
  • Perform lot release and labeling for blood components- Position is Tier I, Emergency Essential/Excepted.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in biology is acceptable
  • Blood bank experience in a laboratory environment is preferred
  • Accredited clinical laboratory science training program in laboratory science

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