QC Lab Technologist: Blood Product Testing (2nd Shift)

The American National Red Cross; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental Vision plans

PTO starting at 15 days

Holidays: 11 paid holidays

401K up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

The American Red Cross in Richmond, VA is seeking a QC Lab Technologist to perform basic through advanced manufacturing, processing, and test procedures on blood products, interpreting results and releasing products to area hospitals. You will manufacture and prepare pathogen-reduced platelet products in a highly regulated environment with a strong focus on accuracy and customer service.

You will train on day shift for 4–6 weeks, then work 2nd shift, with a schedule of Sunday through Thursday,

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a science field as required.
• Minimum 4 years of related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing setting.
• ASCP MLT or MT certification is a plus; ability to work on lab equipment and software.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate to high complexity lab testing on donor specimens and blood products.
• Identify and quarantine products that don’t meet quality requirements.
• Meet production and testing goals; ensure release for distribution.
• Maintain inventory locations and participate in troubleshooting with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Regulatory knowledge

CLIA requirements

Education

Associate degree in science

Bachelor’s degree in applied science

Job description

The American Red Cross in Richmond, VA is seeking a QC Lab Technologist to perform basic through advanced manufacturing, processing, and test procedures on blood products, interpreting results and releasing products to area hospitals. You will manufacture and prepare pathogen-reduced platelet products in a highly regulated environment with a strong focus on accuracy and customer service.

You will train on day shift for 4–6 weeks, then work 2nd shift, with a schedule of Sunday through Thursday,