Plasma Processing Tech

Lifeshare Blood Center; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical insurance

401k retirement plan with employer contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Lifeshare Blood Center is seeking a Processing Technician at its Pelican Plasma center in Shreveport, LA. This position involves the accurate sampling and processing of plasma, adhering to strict SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

Starting pay is $14/hr with a comprehensive benefits package including free medical, life, disability insurance, and paid time off. Candidates must have a high school diploma and preferably experience in a lab or warehouse environment.

Physical demands include lifting supplies up to 50 lbs and working flexible shifts.

Qualifications

• 3 months experience in laboratory or warehouse environment preferred.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of computer equipment and software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of donor information.

Responsibilities

• Accurate sampling, testing, storage, and shipping of plasma.
• Proper storage of donated plasma units in accordance with SOPs.
• Monitor temperatures of storage units and perform calibrations.

Skills

Basic math calculations

Effective communication skills

Dependability and punctuality

Accurate documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Pelican Plasma - North Market - Shreveport, LA 71107

Pelican Plasma is seeking a Processing Technician to join our plasma donation center in south Shreveport. The Processing Tech is responsible for the accurate and timely sampling, testing, storage, and shipping of plasma collected from donors in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines.

Beginning rate of pay is $14/hr. Pelican offers a generous benefits package, including free medical, life and disability insurance; up to 6% employer contributions for 401k retirement plan; and paid time off.

Job Duties

• Properly stores donated plasma units in freezer according to SOPs to ensure product quality
• Verifies unit labels to ensure accuracy
• Utilizes sterile technique to draw samples; performs all required quality controls
• Packages and ships samples in accordance with SOPs and center procedures; prepares shipping and unit disposal documentation
• Monitors freezer and refrigerator temperatures, recording variances
• Conducts daily calibration of equipment according to SOPs
• Performs computer data entry and general administrative duties with attention to accuracy and quality assurance
• Maintains clean efficient work environment; follows all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus
• At least three (3) months experience in laboratory or warehouse environment preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job duties
• Ability to perform basic math calculations
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of computer equipment and software (DMS with training)
• Must be dependable, punctual and have effective communication skills
• Must demonstrate a positive approach toward donors and other staff members, acting in a highly professional manner at all times
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of donor information at all times
• Demonstrated accuracy in complete and concurrent documentation

Physical Demands / Working Conditions / Environment

• Ability to pull and lift equipment and supplies up to 50 lbs., unassisted
• Ability to perform duties requiring sitting, standing and bending for long periods of time without relief
• Requires visual observation of equipment operation
• Must be able to work flexible and/or extended shifts
• Work involves exposure to infectious diseases from blood and blood products
• The requirements and physical demands listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with the ADA to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.