Rhode Island Blood Center · 4 weeks ago
First Shift Lab Tech I or II
Providence, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$27.66/hr - $27.66/hrRhode Island Blood Center is a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. They are seeking a Lab Tech I or II responsible for executing testing and quality control procedures, ensuring proper disposition of blood components, and maintaining high standards of documentation and technique.
Health CareMedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Labeling of blood components including proper checking and documentation according to the procedures of the Rhode Island Blood Center Laboratory
Performing and documenting quality control procedures on a regular schedule
Successful participation in proficiency testing and annual competency assessment programs
Recognizing equipment malfunctions and evaluating need for adjustment for repairs. Notifying Supervisor in writing of any equipment malfunctions or unacceptable quality control results, as established for each quality control procedure
Preparing samples for outside testing
Efficient use of reagents and materials
Successful participation in proficiency testing and annual competency assessment programs
Participating in continuing education and in-service training
Reading and following official communications via laboratory policy memos, log book, and email
Reading of and familiarity with all applicable Rhode Island Blood Center Laboratory Procedure Manual and Standard Operating Procedures
Keeping as current as possible with new advances, theories, and procedures in blood banking through continuing education
Establishing attainable goals for self-development
Taking responsibility for certain programs and/or projects, as may be assigned
Providing the best customer service to all customers, both internal and external
Preparing biohazardous waste for shipment
Validating new test kits
Monitor environmental conditions of product/reagent storage and testing areas
Perform training of staff in areas deemed a Subject Matter Expert, component preparation and/or quality control procedures
Qualification
Required
MLT or equivalent ASCP certification required
Must meet testing personnel requirements as described in the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 for Highly Complex Laboratory
Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds
Must also be able to stand for long periods and sit, stand, walk and lift alternately throughout the duration of the shift
Preferred
Data entry skills preferred
Company
Rhode Island Blood Center
Rhode Island Blood Center is a non-profit community blood center.
Founded in 1979
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
The Champlin Foundation
2020-12-02Grant· $0.15M
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