Blood Component Prep Specialist (Flexible Schedule)

Shepeard Blood; Augusta (GA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Shepeard Blood in Augusta, GA is seeking a Lab Technician to prepare blood components from donor blood in accordance with FDA and AABB guidelines, ensuring product safety for patients. This role requires ability to work in a laboratory setting and follow SOPs.

Responsibilities include assisting in quality control, adhering to department policies, and supporting team members to deliver high-quality service to donors and hospital partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous healthcare or laboratory experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to function autonomously in a laboratory setting; initiative and dependability.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and to lift up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare blood components from donor blood following standard operating procedures.
• Assist in quality control function to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Adhere to SCBC/department policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Support other team members in the laboratory and Hospital Services, promoting positive customer relations to achieve internal harmony and repeat business.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work autonomously

Physical ability to stand/walk/lift

Education

High School diploma or GED

Previous healthcare or laboratory experience

Job description

Shepeard Blood in Augusta, GA is seeking a Lab Technician to prepare blood components from donor blood in accordance with FDA and AABB guidelines, ensuring product safety for patients. This role requires ability to work in a laboratory setting and follow SOPs.

Responsibilities include assisting in quality control, adhering to department policies, and supporting team members to deliver high-quality service to donors and hospital partners.