Blood Bank Medical Laboratory Scientist
New Haven, CT
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Laboratory Specialist (Travel/Contract)

Location: New Haven, Connecticut
Specialty: Laboratory (MLS or MLT)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Must have significant blood bank experience, preferably in a large hospital, trauma center, or academic medical center.
• Blood Bank experience is required.
• First-time travelers accepted.
• Weekend requirement: Work a 12-hour shift (7 PM - 7:30 AM) on either Saturday or Sunday for two consecutive weekends, followed by a weekend off.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Start date: ASAP.

Required Certifications

• MLS or MLT certification.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only.
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (e.g., PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM). Always verify unit-specific requirements.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty years of experience: Not explicitly stated, but strong blood banking experience is mandatory.
• Prior travel experience: Not required.

Background Checks & Verifications

• 7-year criminal background check required within 12 months of start; must be updated annually.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start.
• Education verification including foreign equivalency evaluation if applicable.
• State license primary source verification within 30 days of start.

Competencies & Testing

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required within 12 months of start (must score 85%).
• Color Blind Testing required for all candidates on/after 8/2/2024 (must score 80%).
• Other competency exams may be required depending on unit.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start; must be updated annually.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray documentation required.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination highly preferred for certain specialties.
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity: Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella. Medical exemptions require facility approval.
• 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
• COVID vaccination preferred but not mandatory.

Facility-Specific Training & Documents

• Multiple mandatory training modules and attestations required, including but not limited to:

  • Stroke Education
  • CLABSI Prevention
  • Preventing Pressure Injury
  • Language Services
  • CAUTI Education
  • Patient Transportation with Oxygen
  • Suicide Risk and Environmental Assessment
  • Pyxis ES MedStation
  • Baxter Pump Interoperability
  • Patient Bedside Rounding
  • Ventricular Assist Device Awareness
  • Blood Administration Module (annual update required)
  • New Employee Orientation
  • 21st Century Cures Act Module (not required for Laboratory techs)
  • Chaperone Policy Training
• EPIC testing or training may be required depending on experience and unit.

Employment History & Documentation

• Must provide a 7-year work history with no gaps greater than 90 days.
• Verification of last 7 years of employment required for all start dates on/after 8/2/2024.
• Skills checklist required within 12 months of start.
• Attestation of prior radiation exposure required for certain tech roles (not specifically for laboratory).

Additional Notes

• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions: Absences greater than 7 days require approval.
• Strong preference for candidates with experience in trauma or academic medical centers.

This position offers a comprehensive set of requirements and training to ensure compliance and readiness for a high-acuity hospital environment.