Evening Components Lab Technician – Blood Bank

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Coverage

Mental Wellness Support

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Retirement Benefits

Early Wage Access

Job summary

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, Inc. is seeking detail-oriented Components Lab Technicians in Birmingham, AL. The role focuses on preparing a safe blood supply by processing, inspecting, and storing blood components in a regulated lab setting.

Responsibilities include operating lab equipment, entering data into the blood banking system, and maintaining records with emphasis on accuracy, attendance, and adherence to safety procedures. Evening shifts and rotating weekends/holidays are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work evening shifts and varying schedules.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and laboratory procedures.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and time-management skills.
• Manual dexterity to operate laboratory equipment and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Previous laboratory experience preferred; no prior laboratory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect blood components to ensure safety and acceptance; report concerns to leadership.
• Process whole blood into components and operate centrifuges, sterile devices, and filters.
• Store components properly and manage quarantined products; label, release, or discard as trained.
• Enter product information into LifeSouth’s blood banking software and maintain records.
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment and work areas following safety procedures.
• Complete required training and maintain reliable attendance for evening shifts and rotating weekends/holidays.

Skills

Evening shifts availability

Strong communication

Teamwork

Time management

Manual dexterity

Basic computer skills

Reading and following procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Blood banking software

Centrifuges & lab equipment

Job description

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, Inc. is seeking detail-oriented Components Lab Technicians in Birmingham, AL. The role focuses on preparing a safe blood supply by processing, inspecting, and storing blood components in a regulated lab setting.

Responsibilities include operating lab equipment, entering data into the blood banking system, and maintaining records with emphasis on accuracy, attendance, and adherence to safety procedures. Evening shifts and rotating weekends/holidays are required.