Job Summary:
Medical Technologist (MT) – Nights – Location unspecified. This role involves working in a clinical laboratory environment with responsibilities including performing antibody workups, crossmatching, managing transfusion reactions, and troubleshooting instrumentation across Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology sections. The position requires technical expertise to operate independently during off-shift hours in an acute care hospital setting, supporting high-volume transfusion service operations.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 23:00 - 07:00, minimum of 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with qualification as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist per 58-1.5(b), plus a minimum of four (4) years of pertinent, hands-on laboratory experience across Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology subsequent to qualifying
- OR Master's degree (chemical, physical, or biological science) with CLT qualification per 58-1.5(b), plus two (2) years of pertinent experience subsequent to graduation
- OR Doctoral degree (chemical, physical, or biological science) or licensed physician, with CLT qualification, plus one (1) year of pertinent experience subsequent to graduation
- Current, valid New York State license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Education Law Article 165), or equivalent out-of-state license/credential evaluated as acceptable
- ASCP (or equivalent) certification, MT/MLS(ASCP) or equivalent, strongly preferred
- Demonstrated hands-on bench experience in Blood Bank/Transfusion Service sufficient to independently perform antibody workups, crossmatch, and manage transfusion reactions and massive transfusion events without direct supervision
- Working technical knowledge across Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology to troubleshoot instrumentation, interpret QC, and recognize results requiring escalation
- Experience functioning as the sole on-site technical authority during off-shift/weekend hours in an acute care hospital laboratory of comparable size and test menu
- Working knowledge of CLIA (42 CFR 493), College of American Pathologists (CAP), American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), and 10 NYCRR Part 58 requirements as they apply to personnel qualification, QC, and reportable results
- Proficiency with Epic Beaker Laboratory Information System (LIS), WellSky BloodBank software, or demonstrated ability to become proficient within the standard onboarding period
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior formal supervisory or lead technologist experience in a hospital-based laboratory
- SBB (ASCP) or blood bank specialist certification
- Experience supporting Level I/II trauma or high-volume transfusion service operations
- Prior participation in New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), Joint Commission (JC), College of American Pathologists (CAP), or American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) inspection/survey processes
- Additional Information:
- The position is for an indefinite period with an expected start date of 09/27/2026 and end date of 12/26/2026.
- The candidate must be prepared to serve as the sole technical authority during off-hours and weekend shifts, handling complex transfusion procedures and troubleshooting instrumentation independently.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
