Lab Technician

About the role

B Positive Plasma is seeking a Plasma Processing Tech to join our growing team. Applicants must have a pleasant demeanor and great communication skills, as we pride ourselves in customer service above all. While all precautions and safety measures are taken, employees must be comfortable working with needles and handling blood products.

5 weeks paid training (Monday – Friday) is provided.

Schedule

Availability required Monday – Friday and every other Saturday (3 on, 4 off). Occasional travel up to 25 miles to other facilities for training or staffing assistance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate instruments used for manipulating, monitoring, and storing plasma products
• Maintain instruments used for processing and storage of donor samples and products
• Document operational and maintenance activities when necessary
• Determine supply inventory requirements; order and restock as needed
• Quarantine and discard unacceptable samples and products
• Pack, label, and ship samples and products to meet supplier requirements
• Store products in and maintain organization of large, walk-in, sub-zero freezer
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (must provide documentation)
• Ability to read, write, and understand English with legible handwriting
• Proficiency in computer operations (Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Medical assistant and/or laboratory experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Operate the following equipment accurately:
  • Computer (basic skills include typing, following prompts on monitor, using mouse, saving information)
  • Freezer
  • Sealer
  • Centrifuge
  • Thermometer
  • Tachometer
  • Stop watch
  • Memory Monitoring Thermometer
  • Relative Humidity Monitor
• Read computer screens, procedure manuals, and other documents
• Hear doorbells, alarms, telephone, and other mechanical devices
• Work confidently while being observed during frequent quality inspections
• Lift 40+ lbs. with or without assistance
• Work in a walk-in, sub-zero freezer and withstand temperatures of -40 °C for prolonged periods
• Stand while working for long periods of time

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Positive work environment
• Paid training opportunities
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
• Paid time off
• 401(K)