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Miller-Keystone Blood Center · 1 day ago

Blood Component Laboratory Technician-2nd shift

Bethlehem, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$17/hr - $17/hr

1+ years exp

Miller-Keystone Blood Center is dedicated to saving lives by providing blood products to hospitals in PA and NJ. They are seeking a Blood Component Laboratory Technician to manufacture a safe supply of blood and blood components, ensuring compliance with quality control and testing standards.

Health CareMedicalNon Profit

Responsibilities

Performs tasks including but not limited to manufacturing, quality control, and handling and managing inventory of blood products

Conducts Moderate Complexity testing in compliance with CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments) requirements for bacterial sampling. This includes specimen processing, test performance, and accurate reporting of test results

Maintains laboratory records, quality control policies, and follows established policies and procedures

Identifies errors in the manufacturing of blood products that may adversely affect product quality, safety, or purity and apply corrective actions as necessary

Reviews testing records for accuracy and completion

Communicates clearly with internal department and externally with other departments and stakeholders

Qualification

Blood specimen handlingModerate Complexity testingQuality controlFDA/CLIA complianceBasic computer skillsSOP adherenceAttention to detailCritical thinkingCommunication skills

Required

A high school diploma or GED is required

Must possess basic computer skills

Strong attention to detail

Critical thinking abilities

Capability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP's)

Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and listening) to engage with employees of all backgrounds

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle changing priorities to meet the needs of the blood center

Ability to lift 30 pounds

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Ability to perform small and concise movements

Background checks and drug screenings are required for this position

Preferred

An associate's degree preferred

1-2 years of experience preferred working in a production or manufacturing environment

A background in healthcare is preferred with experience handling and processing blood specimens, labeling, preparing, and transporting specimens for testing

Experience working in a federally regulated environment (FDA/CLIA)