Lab Technician (Evening Shift)

Society for Conservation Biology; Birmingham (AL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in plasma testing is seeking a dedicated laboratory professional to perform high complexity tests and ensure quality standards. The role involves sample management, quality control, and adherence to regulatory requirements in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in biomedical sciences and strong analytical skills, contributing to life-changing patient care.

Benefits

Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 1-year lab experience preferred.
• MT or MLT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing in accordance with established SOPs and regulations.
• Responsible for sample management, test performance, and quality control.
• Identify problems affecting test performance and take corrective actions.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's in biomedical discipline

Associate's in laboratory science

Bachelor's in medical technology

Associate's in medical laboratory technology

Job description

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Job Description

About Us:

Every day, our BioLife Testing Laboratories' mission is to ensure the highest quality testing standards for the plasma we collect. The plasma our centers collect will become life-changing medicines for patients in need. Here, a commitment to lab testing quality, customer service to our centers, and most importantly our commitment to our patients is expected.

BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.

What Takeda can offer you:

Takeda offers a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment. Every day at BioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we'll support you.

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best-in-class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to bring Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for performing testing in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), applicable sections of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs), with emphasis on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA), and applicable Takeda and BioLife policies, procedures, and quality initiatives.

Accountabilities:

• Perform only high and moderate complexity tests for which certification has been authorized by the laboratory director or designee and deemed commensurate with their education, training, and technical abilities.
• Responsible for sample management, test performance, quality control, result review, result reporting, and equipment maintenance to ensure accurate and timely testing and reporting.
• Follow procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting, and record maintenance.
• Test and maintain records demonstrating proficiency testing samples are tested similarly to donor samples.
• Adhere to quality control policies, document activities, calibrations, and maintenance.

Identify problems affecting test performance or reporting and take corrective actions as per established policies.

Participate in operational excellence initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise:

• Ability to read and follow SOPs and maintain accurate records.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in PC and software use.

Leadership:

• Integrity, fairness, honesty, perseverance, patient-centered mindset, trust-building, reputation reinforcement, and business development.

Decision-making and Autonomy:

Ability to assess impact of deviations, contain situations, and implement preventive measures.

Interaction:

Effective communication with diverse internal partners.

Complexity:

• Stand for 6-8 hours.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens requiring PPE.

Education, Behavioral Competencies, and Skills:

Essential: Bachelor's in biomedical discipline or Associate's in laboratory science; desired: Bachelor's in medical technology or Associate's in medical laboratory technology; 1-year lab experience preferred; MT or MLT certification preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

U.S. hourly wage range: $18.85 - $29.62, with potential incentives and benefits including insurance, 401(k), paid time off, etc.

EEO Statement:

Takeda is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.

Locations: USA - AL - Hoover

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time