Lab Technician

B Positive Plasma - Cheltenham; Wyncote (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible scheduling

Positive work environment

Paid training opportunities

Comprehensive Medical and Dental Benef

Paid Time Off

401(K)

Job summary

B Positive Plasma in the United States seeks a laboratory tech to join our plasma processing team. The role involves setting up and operating instruments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate documentation of procedures and results.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, English literacy, and basic computer skills. Willingness to travel up to 25 miles for training or staffing support continues to be valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; ability to read and write English
• Proficiency in computer operations (Word and Excel)

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate instruments used for manipulating, monitoring, and storing plasma products
• Maintain instruments used for processing and storage of donor samples and products
• Document operational and maintenance activities when necessary
• Determine supply inventory requirements; order and restock, as needed
• Quarantine and discard unacceptable samples and products
• Pack, label and ship samples and products to meet suppliers requirements
• Store products in and maintain organization of large, walk-in, sub-zero freezer
• Available to travel up to 25 miles to other facility(ies) for training or assisting other center's staffing needs
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Centrifuge

Sealer

Thermometer

Job description

Description

B Positive Plasma is seeking a laboratory tech(Plasma Processing Tech) to join our growing team. Applicants must have a pleasant demeanor and great communication skills, as we pride ourselves in customer service above all. While all precautions and safety measures are taken, employees must be comfortable working with needles and handling blood products. Medical assistant and/or laboratory experience preferred. High school diploma or GED required.

• Read write and understand the English language
• Legible handwriting
• Set up and operate instruments used for manipulating, monitoring, and storing plasma products
• Maintain instruments used for processing and storage of donor samples and products
• Document operational and maintenance activities when necessary
• Determine supply inventory requirements; order and restock, as needed
• Quarantine and discard unacceptable samples and products
• Pack, label and ship samples and products to meet suppliers requirements
• Store products in and maintain organization of large, walk-in, sub-zero freezer
• Available to travel up to 25 miles to other facility(ies) for training or assisting other center's staffing needs
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent (must provide documentation)
• Ability to read and write English+ Proficiency in computer operations (Microsoft Word and Excel)

REQUIRES SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be able to operate accurately the following equipment

• Computer (basic skills includes typing, following prompts on monitor, using mouse, saving information etc.)
• Freezer
• Sealer
• Centrifuge
• Thermometer
• Tachometer
• Stop watch
• Memory Monitoring Thermometer
• Relative Humidity Monitor

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Read computer screens, procedure manuals and other documents
• Hear doorbells, alarms, telephone, and other mechanical devices
• Work confidently while being observed during frequent quality inspections
• Must be able to lift 40+ lbs. with or without assistance
• Work in walk-in, sub-zero freezer and be able to withstand temperatures of - 40 degrees Celsius for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to stand while working for long periods of time

B Positive Plasma Offers

• Competitive Wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Positive Work Environment
• Paid training opportunities
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K)