Cell Therapy Lab Processing Specialist

Socket.dev; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer match

Retirement plan / 403b

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Life insurance

Pre-employment background check

Job summary

LifeSouth in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Processing Support Specialist to assist with cellular therapy operations. You will perform routine lab tasks, handle blood specimens, and help maintain sterile work environments in a fast-paced setting.

This full-time role involves four 10-hour shifts weekly, including one weekend day. Starting pay is $16.00–$17.60 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Entry-level; laboratory experience preferred but not required.
• Basic computer proficiency (MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to learn and operate blood bank software.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Ability to prepare concise reports and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of confidentiality regulations, especially regarding healthcare information.
• Ability to follow SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and maintain cleanrooms: Clean and decontaminate controlled work areas, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Prepare and monitor equipment: Set up clean rooms for use, ensuring supplies are available and sterile; monitor environmental conditions.
• Handle specimens safely: Prepare, organize, and process blood specimens; ensure proper labeling for testing.
• Maintain inventory and supplies: Track lab supplies and equipment; monitor expiration dates; communicate needs with Quality Systems staff.
• Perform maintenance and quality control: Maintain LN2 shippers, lab equipment, and perform QC checks on all systems.
• Assist in sample storage and transport: Storage/retrieval of cord blood units from liquid nitrogen freezers; safely transport specimens.
• Compliance & Recordkeeping: Ensure records/reports are completed and compliant; handle confidential information.

Skills

MS Office

Blood bank software

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Report writing

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

LifeSouth in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Processing Support Specialist to assist with cellular therapy operations. You will perform routine lab tasks, handle blood specimens, and help maintain sterile work environments in a fast-paced setting.

This full-time role involves four 10-hour shifts weekly, including one weekend day. Starting pay is $16.00–$17.60 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and a focus on safety, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.