Laboratory Testing Assistant

Job Title

Testing Laboratory Support

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing support in the Testing laboratory. Responsibilities include sample receiving and preparation, testing setup, quality control procedures and general support tasks.

This position reports to the Laboratory Supervisor, Testing.

Essential Functions:

• Receive and prepare samples for testing
• Receive and store laboratory supplies
• Assist in sample transport throughout the laboratories
• Assist in Equipment Maintenance procedures

Non-Essential Functions:

Follow the policies of the Rhode Island Blood Center

Maintain professional ethics concerning confidentiality of donor information

Label products after lot release

Generate daily reports as required

Read and follow official communications via policy memos and Laboratory Log Book

Read and have familiarity with pertinent sections of the Rhode Island Blood Center Laboratory Procedures Manual and Standard Operating Procedures

Maintain a clean and orderly working environment

Preparation of biohazardous waste for shipment, (some lifting included)

Carry out all procedures in a reasonable time frame as determined by supervisory personnel

Responsible for certain programs and/or projects as may be assigned

Participate in evaluation on new equipment and techniques

Successful participation on annual competency assessment program

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma required.

Requirements:

Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds. Must also be able to stand for long periods and sit, stand, walk and lift alternately throughout the duration of the shift.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and data entry skills required.

Schedule:

Full-Time: Mon. - Fri. 7am to 3:30pm; includes every other weekend and holiday.

The proposed pay rate for this position is $17.91/hr.

Overview

Founded in 1979, Rhode Island Blood Center (RIBC) has served Rhode Island and the New England area for more than 45 years, delivering more than 90,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 50+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. RIBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biopharmaceutical organizations. NYBCe's Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. RIBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health.