Octapharma Plasma, Inc. · 1 day ago
NAT Clinical Laboratory Scientist 1 (Weekend, SAT, SUN, MON)
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelOctapharma Plasma, Inc. is a growing company that offers career-development opportunities, particularly in their donation centers. They are seeking a NAT Clinical Laboratory Scientist 1 to process laboratory tests, evaluate training, and ensure quality control in a fast-paced environment.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Process, evaluate and document initial training and competency assessment of other testing personnel
Write and revise testing, production, and validation protocols
Act as technical advisor for other testing personnel
Performs a full range of laboratory tests, from the most routine to the most complex, with little or no supervision
Responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting test results
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct the problem or bring it to the immediate attention of supervisor or director
May be cross-trained to perform the following: viral marker testing, syphilis screen, sickle cell screen, total protein, protein electrophoresis, ABO, Rh, antibody detection, antibody identification and red cell phenotyping, or sterility cultures
Operate and interact with an array of complex precision instruments and a variety of highly automated and electronic equipment
Perform glycerolyzation and deglycerolyzation procedures to prepare immunogen cell units for storage or distribution
Perform and document laboratory testing and instrument quality control, proficiency testing, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and validation as required
Provide Quality Assurance support to OPI Laboratory Operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science or Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science
Must qualify as testing personnel in accordance to CLIA Regulations 493.1423 Standard; Testing Personnel Qualifications
Ability to work diverse shifts and overtime hours, as required
Ability to work in a variety of different test areas as required after appropriate training
Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision while able to take direction
Able to be flexible to changing priorities
Proficient with computer software in an office and laboratory environment
Ability to read, understand, write and follow SOPs, validation protocols, etc. and to complete documentation in a clear, accurate manner
Preferred
An ASCP certification (or eligibility) is strongly preferred
Benefits
Formal training
Outstanding plans for medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Wellness program
401k retirement plan
Paid time off
Company paid holidays
Personal time
Company
Octapharma Plasma, Inc.
About Us: Octapharma Plasma, Inc. helps change lives through the incredible power of plasma donation.
Founded in 2008
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Judy Smith
COO and EVP
Barry Pomeroy
Vice President - Finance
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