Lab Technician

22 Jun 2024

Vacancy expired!

Vitalant is where donors, talent and innovation meet to save and improve lives. We are the nation's largest independent, nonprofit blood services provider exclusively focused on providing lifesaving blood and comprehensive transfusion medicine services for about 900 hospitals and their patients across the U.S. We seek team members who want to make a difference in people's lives while furthering their careers. At Vitalant you can expect competitive compensation, paid time off and other benefits. Take your first step to joining our dedicated team by applying today.

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 duties, at the discretion of management, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge/EducationHigh School graduate or GED required.

Licenses/CertificationsNone

ExperienceNo experience required.

Skills/AbilitiesMust 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.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION AT VITALANT

Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.

VITALANT OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • HSA, FSA and 410K retirement savings plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee assistance program
COVID-19 POLICY

As an essential operation to the nation's healthcare infrastructure and a science-based organization, Vitalant believes that being vaccinated helps provide protection and care for our employees, our donors, their families, and the broader community. Vitalant requires employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. Individuals applying for this position should be prepared to comply with the COVID-19 vaccination mandates of Vitalant and accordingly, will need to have received the full series of vaccinations two weeks prior to the first date of employment unless an approved exemption exists prior to start.

EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to accommodation@bloodsystems.org or call 1-844-220-2612 to let us know the nature of your request. A representative will respond to accommodation requests within two business days. Please note that this email/phone number is for medical/disability accommodations only and any other inquiries will not receive a response.

Please see the below information about applicant rights and our commitment to compliance:

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All candidates who receive a conditional written offer of employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test in accordance with the Company's established guidelines.

  • ID: #43513764
  • State: Pennsylvania Pittsburgh 15212 Pittsburgh USA
  • City: Pittsburgh
  • Salary: TBD
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Showed: 2022-06-22
  • Deadline: 2022-08-20
  • Category: Et cetera