Blood Bank Scientist
Company: University Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: March 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description /n /n /n/n POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
/n/n Performs procedures for testing or analysis on specimens
submitted to the laboratory. Evaluates test results for accuracy
and submits results for the purpose of aiding the physician in
diagnostic and therapeutic treatment of patients. Performs analyses
that may involve a complex network of steps, variable fine-line
discriminations of several parameters, correction of a variety of
errors, and the operation and maintenance of complicated
instruments. Mentors and accounts for work of trainees and other
supportive technical personnel employed by the laboratory. Performs
assigned duties rapidly and accurately. Plans work activities and
makes decisions connected with own work. Recognizes unusual results
and/or abnormalities and takes prompt and appropriate action to
assure the accuracy and validity of test result. Assumes
accountability for the dissemination of patient information to
ensure the confidentiality and privacy of patients. Duties may also
include performance of procedures associated with procurement of
specimens from patients. /n/n /nEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE /n/n Requires
at least two (2) years for experience in Transfusion Services. /n/n
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological
or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an
accredited institution /n/n OR /n/n High school graduate or
equivalent AND successfully completed military training of 50 or
more weeks and served as a medical laboratory specialist. /n/n
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION /n/n Certification by the American Society
for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) or
American Medical Technologists (AMT) is required /n/n OR /n/n
Certification in Specialty for area of laboratory employment
required without a Medical Laboratory Science (or equivalent)
certification. /n/n Must maintain certification status in
compliance with specifications for continuing education required by
the certification agency. /n/n /n /n
Keywords: University Health, San Antonio , Blood Bank Scientist, Accounting, Auditing , San Antonio, Texas
