Laboratory Support Specialist

Lifesouth Community Blood Centers; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 25,003; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurances

Life insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

HSA with employer contribution

Flexible scheduling

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Laboratory Support Specialist to perform routine tasks supporting Medical Technologists, including specimen processing, transport, and lab prep.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong communication and time-management skills, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and availability for one weekend day per week. Starting wage ranges from $16.50 to $18.15 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Excellent written and spoken communication.
• Ability to follow moderately complex instructions.
• Organize and manage time effectively.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Valid driver's license and LifeSouth eligibility.
• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Previous laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, centrifuge and organize all laboratory specimens for the laboratory.
• Receive, organize and send specimens to the donor testing lab.
• Ensure specimens and forms are labeled properly and acceptable for testing.
• Monitor inventory and rotate samples per retention policies.
• Prepare and label biohazard containers for disposal.
• Record temperatures in refrigerators/freezers and maintain limits.
• Transport patient specimens and blood components.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment under supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking an individual to join our team as a Laboratory Support Specialist in Gainesville, FL. This position is responsible for performing routine laboratory tasks in compliance with organizational policies and procedures related to processing blood specimens and components, including preparation and transport of blood specimens and components. This position performs tasks that support Medical Technologists in their performance of duties.

Available shift:

** Shift includes one weekend day per week. May work holidays.**

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to follow moderately complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to organize and manage time effectively
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be available to work one weekend day per week
• Valid driver's license. Must meet and maintain LifeSouth driver's eligibility requirements
• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree preferred
• Previous laboratory experience preferred

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to)

• Receive, centrifuge and organize all laboratory specimens for the laboratory
• Receive, organize and send all laboratory specimens and tubes to the donor testing lab
• Ensure specimens and accompanying testing forms are labeled properly and acceptable for testing; investigate related sample specimen or paperwork problems
• Monitor saved sample specimen inventory and rotate samples according to retention policies
• Separate and mail (or fax) all report forms to the appropriate personnel according to established guidelines
• Maintain, monitor and restock inventory or supplies and order replacements
• Prepare and label biohazard containers for disposal
• Record temperatures on designated refrigerators and freezers and confirm temperature remains within acceptable limits
• Transport patient specimens and blood components
• Perform cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment under supervision
• Perform preventative maintenance and loading of specimens onto automated instruments or systems which are verified by licensed personnel or auto verified by the laboratory information system

Our Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days
• Medical premium discount based on rate of pay
• Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth
• Free basic life insurance for full-time employees
• Holiday premium paid on certain holidays
• Overnight shift differential
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period
• Employer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered
• Access to wages prior to pay day

Who We Are

LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 45 donor centers, 55 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our LifeSouth team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need.

This is a full-time position. Starting salary range is $16.50 - $18.15 an hour.

Criminal background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace.

The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.

LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). LifeSouth is an E-Verify employer.

If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.