Lab Technician

Company: Vitalant
Location: Tempe
Posted on: April 6, 2021

Job Description:

3rd/Overnight Shift

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Under direct supervision, this position is responsible for Laboratory functions that may include component production, labeling, maintenance of records, and data entry.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs all assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations. Is responsible for bringing compliance issues to the attention of management.
• Assures quality customer service to all customers.
• Prepares all blood components including centrifugation, separation, freezing, thawing, washing, storage, sterile docking, transformation, and filtration. Assures product quality, volume, assay requirements, appearance and time requirements.
• Maintains accurate records and computer entry for component production.
• Performs receipt of freshly drawn units and samples, and unpacks, evaluates, and routes samples for accessioning.
• Performs labeling of routine and special components and quarantine of unacceptable components.
• Maintains equipment and work areas as assigned.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.
  
  REQUIREMENTS:
  
  Knowledge/ Education
  
  High School graduate or GED required.
  
  Experience
  
  No experience required.
  
  Skills/Abilities
  
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be detail oriented and possess strong communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• Must be able to maintain donor, patient and employee confidentiality.
• Must possess basic keyboarding skills and the ability to handle and operate laboratory equipment.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts and overtime when necessary.
  
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  Vitalant offers the following benefits:
  
  Health insurance Accident insurance
  Health savings account Critical illness insurance
  Dental insurance Hospital indemnity insurance
  Vision insurance Business travel accident insurance
  Flexible spending accounts Paid time off
  Basic life and AD&D insurance Commuter benefits
  Supplemental life and AD&D insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan
  Short-term disability insurance Employee assistance program
  Long-term disability insurance Education assistance program
  Care@Work membership

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