Laboratory Assistant
Company: Lifesouth Community Blood Centers
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: June 22, 2022
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Job Description:
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking an
individual to join our team as a Laboratory Assistant 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.Responsibilities
include, but are not limited to:- 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 supervisionMinimum Qualifications:- High school
diploma or GED- Must be able to work from 9 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.- Valid
driver's license. Must meet and maintain LifeSouth driver's
eligibility requirements- Excellent teamwork skills- Ability to
communicate effectively, both orally and in writing- Ability to
organize and manage time effectively- Ability to follow moderately
complex oral and written instructions- Ability to frequently lift
and/or move up to 50 poundsThe ideal candidate will possess:-
Associate's or Bachelor's degree- Previous laboratory experience
CompetitiveBenefits Package:- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan -
Health, dental, vision, supplemental life, cancer, accident and
disabilityinsurance- Health SavingsAccount (HSA) with employer
match- Retirement plan-Wellness program with incentives and HSA
rewardsThis is a full time position. Starting salary range is
$13.50 - $14.85 an hour. All offers of employment with LifeSouth
are contingent upon applicants passing a pre-employment drug screen
and/or physical examination and background check. Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/DFWP/Tobacco FreeThe
position description may not include all the duties
andresponsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that
are not listed,but which the employee may be expected to perform,
will fall within the scopeof the skills, knowledge and training for
the position.LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free
Workplace.LifeSouth is an affirmative action employer and provides
equal opportunity toall persons, regardless of race, religion, age,
gender, transgender status,gender identification, disability,
status as a protected veteran, nationalorigin, color or any other
classification in accordance with federal, state andlocal statutes,
regulations and ordinances. LifeSouth complies with all lawsand
regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).If
you require any assistance to complete the applicationprocess or
during the interview due to a disability, please contact
theLifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707
to request anaccommodation. Applications may be completed at a
LifeSouth facility or mailedto corporate headquarters in lieu of
the on-line application process.#AO
Keywords: Lifesouth Community Blood Centers, Gainesville , Laboratory Assistant, Healthcare , Gainesville, Florida
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