Laboratory Support Specialist - 3rd Shift
About The Position
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking an individual to join our team as a Laboratory Support Specialist in Gainesville, FL . This position is responsible for performing routine laboratory tasks in compliance with organizational policies and procedures related to processing blood specimens and components, including preparation and transport of blood specimens and components. This position performs tasks that support Medical Technologists in their performance of duties. Available shift: Wednesday-Saturday: 9:00pm - 7:30am Shift includes one weekend day per week. May work holidays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to follow moderately complex oral and written instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to organize and manage time effectively
- Excellent teamwork skills
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Must be available to work one weekend day per week
- Valid driver's license. Must meet and maintain LifeSouth driver's eligibility requirements
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or Bachelor's degree preferred
- Previous laboratory experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Receive, centrifuge and organize all laboratory specimens for the laboratory
- Receive, organize and send all laboratory specimens and tubes to the donor testing lab
- Ensure specimens and accompanying testing forms are labeled properly and acceptable for testing; investigate related sample specimen or paperwork problems
- Monitor saved sample specimen inventory and rotate samples according to retention policies
- Separate and mail (or fax) all report forms to the appropriate personnel according to established guidelines
- Maintain, monitor and restock inventory or supplies and order replacements
- Prepare and label biohazard containers for disposal
- Record temperatures on designated refrigerators and freezers and confirm temperature remains within acceptable limits
- Transport patient specimens and blood components
- Perform cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment under supervision
- Perform preventative maintenance and loading of specimens onto automated instruments or systems which are verified by licensed personnel or auto verified by the laboratory information system
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days
- Medical premium discount based on rate of pay
- Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability
- Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth
- Free basic life insurance for full-time employees
- Holiday premium paid on certain holidays
- Overnight shift differential
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period
- Employer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered
- Access to wages prior to pay day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
