QC Laboratory Technologist
About The Position
The QC Laboratory Technologist performs basic through advanced manufacturing, processing, and testing procedures on blood products, interprets test results before blood is released to area hospitals, and prepares pathogen-reduced platelet products for hospital patient use in a highly regulated environment. The role requires attention to detail, a customer-service focus, and compassionate interactions with internal and external customers. The technologist conducts laboratory tests on donor specimens and blood products, ensures products meet quality requirements and are suitable for release, and supports production and testing goals. The position also involves quality control of products, reagents, equipment, and test kits; maintaining accurate electronic and physical inventory records; prioritizing work to meet production and customer requirements; and collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and solve problems. The standard schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 4:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pay is $28.00–$29.00 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- Associate degree in science or bachelor's degree in an applied science.
- At least 4 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Must meet state and CLIA requirements where applicable.
- Ability to use a wide variety of laboratory or medical equipment, a personal computer, and applicable software for sustained periods.
- Ability to work with a team.
Nice To Haves
- MLT (ASCP) or MT (ASCP) certification is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform moderate- to high-complexity laboratory testing on donor specimens and blood products, and interpret test procedures and results.
- Identify and quarantine products or samples that do not meet quality requirements.
- Meet department quality and quantity production and testing goals, and manage exceptions appropriately.
- Ensure products are suitable for release for distribution.
- Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
- Perform quality control on products, reagents, equipment, and test kits.
- Maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products and samples.
- Participate in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities with cross-functional teams.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Health Spending Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid time off starting at 15 days a year, based on job type and tenure
- 11 paid holidays, comprising six core holidays and five floating holidays
- 401(k) with up to 6% match
- Paid family leave
- Employee assistance
- Short- and long-term disability and insurance
- Service awards and recognition
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
