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... reference laboratory specimens. * Perform limited clerical duties related to laboratory operations. * Follow all safety, quality, and infection control protocols. * Participate in rotating on-call ...

Position Summary Under direction of the Manager of Immunohematology Reference Laboratory, performs ... Provides on call and/or overtime coverage as required. * Listens, anticipates and responds to the ...

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As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for on call reference laboratory in the United States is $23.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between On Call Reference Laboratory vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectOn Call Reference LaboratoryMedical Laboratory Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a certification or degree in medical laboratory scienceAssociate degree in medical laboratory technology or related field
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings, often on-call for urgent testingHospital, clinic, or diagnostic lab environments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by reference labs providing specialized testing servicesCommon in healthcare facilities performing routine lab tests
Comparison FocusOn Call Reference LaboratoryMedical Laboratory Technician

The main difference is that an On Call Reference Laboratory provides specialized testing services and operates on an on-call basis, while a Medical Laboratory Technician performs routine lab tests in healthcare settings. Both roles require relevant certifications and work in laboratory environments, but their responsibilities and operational focus differ.

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Immunohematology Reference Laboratory Technologist

Rhode Island Blood Center

Providence, RI โ€ข On-site

$33 - $36/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New


Job description

Responsibilities
Position Summary
This position reports to the Laboratory Operations Manager and the Director of Laboratory Services and/or the Supervisor(s) of the Reference. To assure good customer service and timely performance of testing for our clients and patients, it is necessary for employees to be trained to perform duties in more than one laboratory.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
โ€ข Resolve routine to complex serological problems of patients requiring transfusion therapy and inform hospital technologists, supervisors or physicians of results by telephone. Prepare patient consultation reports including transfusion recommendations /suggestions sent to hospital blood bank supervisors and Medical Director. Coordinate with blood bank supervisors, Medical Director and private physicians to provide the safest blood products for patients with red cell / antibody problems.
โ€ข Provide antigen negative blood from RIBC's liquid or frozen inventory or from the American Rare Donor Program. Maintain rare donor inventories and rare and unusual donor/blood through coding and classification to maximize the effective use of rare and unusual blood types.
โ€ข Procure and maintain rare red blood cells and rare antisera inventories for use in testing. Maintain inventories of reagent antisera and laboratory supplies. Freeze and maintain rare red cells stored in liquid nitrogen. Maintain, test, evaluate and QC reagents and equipment. Assist in planning long-term capital equipment needs.
โ€ข Participate in rotating on-call (weekends, holidays, evenings, and nights) for consultation, patient work-ups, antigen negative unit selection or screening for transfusion problems.
โ€ข Keep current on Transfusion Medicine procedures and research and participate in educational programs such as lectures, seminars, and workshops.
โ€ข Perform and supervise performance of Competency Testing and Proficiency Testing Surveys as assigned by Supervisor.
โ€ข Maintain all files, records and forms pertaining to patient and donor testing in accordance with RIBC policies and appropriate regulatory requirements.
โ€ข Instruction of rotating technologists, pathology residents and hematology-oncology fellows, SBB students.
Qualifications
Education:
MT/MLS, CLS, BB or SBB required.
Experience:
2 years blood banking experience in a transfusion center or blood center reference laboratory.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.
Schedule: Full time, Mon. through Fri. - 2nd shift
Proposed rate of pay: $33.00 - $36.00 per hr.
Overview
Founded in 1979, Rhode Island Blood Center (RIBC) has served Rhode Island and the New England area for more than 45 years, delivering more than 90,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 50+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. RIBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biopharmaceutical organizations. NYBCe's Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. RIBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit ribc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.