Laboratory Assistant

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the accurate entry of donor and draw information as well as the selection of the appropriate component plan. This position is also responsible for the precise execution of multiple production steps to produce quality components.

This position reports to the Laboratory Supervisors or others as designated.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Enter and update donor registration and draw information into the computer.• Process blood components from whole blood and apheresis donations with proper technique and documentation according to the procedures of the Rhode Island Blood Center Laboratory. • Label all blood components including proper checking and documentation according to the procedures of the Rhode Island Blood Center Laboratory.• Perform and document quality control procedures on a regular schedule. • Recognize equipment malfunctions and evaluate need for adjustment for repairs. Notify Supervisor in writing of any equipment malfunctions or unacceptable component results, as established for each quality control procedure.• Organize, process, modify and sterile dock any component as necessary to efficiently deliver quality pooled or split products.

• 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.• The previous statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of competence of work performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties     performed by the personnel so classified.

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.

Qualifications

Education: 

High School Diploma required.

Data entry skills preferred.

Schedule:

Full time - 2nd shift: Mon-Fri ranging from 3:00pm to 11:30pm and 5:00pm to 1:30am; every other weekend rotation ranging from 10:00am to 6:30pm to 2:00pm to 10:30 pm. Includes Holiday rotation.

Proposed rate of pay: $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. To learn more, visit ribc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.