Travel Medical Technologist (MLT) - Blood Bank

Job overview

The Travel Medical Technologist (MLT) - Blood Bank is an onsite role based in Homewood, AL. Compensation is not specified for this 13-week contract assignment, which supports the clinical laboratory team in providing essential diagnostic services. This role performs essential blood bank testing to ensure safe and effective blood transfusions. Under the supervision of a Clinical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist, the MLT assists with routine immunohematology testing, blood typing, crossmatching, and antibody screening.

What you'll do

• Perform routine blood bank testing, including blood typing, antibody screening, and crossmatching procedures.
• Prepare and issue blood components such as red blood cells, platelets, and plasma.
• Maintain and monitor blood product inventory.
• Conduct basic quality control testing on reagents, equipment, and laboratory processes.
• Assist in the identification of minor antibodies within scope.
• Follow standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelines (AABB, CAP, FDA, CLIA).
• Document and report test results accurately in the laboratory information system (LIS).
• Ensure proper specimen handling, labeling, and storage for all blood samples.
• Assist with troubleshooting minor instrument malfunctions.
• Support the investigation of transfusion reactions by collecting and preparing necessary samples.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and quality assurance procedures within the blood bank laboratory.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

contract

day shift

homewood al

fusion medical staffing

medical technologist

blood bank

travel assignment

laboratory

clinical

healthcare

ascp

bls

no on-call

weekend required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage, Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours, Life and Short-term disability, 401(k) matching, Refer-a-friend Bonus Program, 24/7 recruiter support, reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.

About the employer

Fusion Medical Staffing is hiring for this role. Industry: Blood and Organ Banks. Sector: 62.