Testing Laboratory Technician 3rd shift Mon-Fri 9:00pm-5:30am

Kentucky Blood Center; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Kentucky is looking for a detail-oriented Testing Laboratory Technician. This role involves performing tests on blood samples, managing quality control, and ensuring compliance with lab procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in laboratory sciences and prior healthcare experience. Comprehensive benefits are offered after 60 days, including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plan with employer contribution

Immediate PTO Accrual

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biomedical science, or life sciences.
• Prior laboratory or similar healthcare experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs manual and automated tests on samples from blood donors and patients.
• Executes quality control procedures on test kits, lab equipment, and reagents.
• Reports procedural or technical problems to immediate supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry

Associate degree in laboratory science

Tools

MS Office

Adobe

Job description

Kentucky Blood Center is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated Testing Laboratory Technician professional to perform required testing of products in accordance with guidelines. Other responsibilities include antigen typing, QC/calibration of reagents and equipment, quarantine and release of products, auditing of processes, general lab duties, and compliance with policies and procedures. Strong written and oral communication skills, a do-what-it-takes work ethic, and a team-player attitude are required. Job-specific training provided.

Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00pm-5:30am

Training Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm for approximately 8-12 weeks

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus (after 90-days and if on board by 6/30/25).

Essential Job Duties

• Performs manual and automated tests on samples from blood donors and patients.
• Prepares shipment of tubes for donor sample testing.
• Receives and reviews test results from testing lab vendor; takes appropriate action and performs batch release for products to be labeled.
• Manages bacterial testing for components.
• Performs related testing and manages splitting apheresis products as appropriate.
• Executes quality control procedures on test kits, lab equipment, and reagents.
• Performs laboratory Quality Assurance (QA) audits.
• Places blood and components in proper storage or disposal areas.
• Reports procedural or technical problems to immediate supervisor, manager, or designee.
• Takes inventory of reagents.
• Fulfills maintenance, calibration and Quality Control (QC) on equipment as needed.
• Completes QC process for products.
• Performs testing on products for Components Laboratory Technician competency evaluations.
• Assists in the training of other employees as requested.

Work Environment: This position regularly involves the following:

• Frequently sit, stand and walk.
• Occasionally fulfill basic clerical duties (typing/writing).
• Occasionally lift/carry up to 35 pounds without assistance.
• Occasionally bend or reach to perform various job tasks.
• Analyze complex situations and make sound decisions.
• Adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
• Visually differentiate and identify specific colors, and various shades.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in laboratory science, MLT, CLS, MLS (ASCP) or equivalent, preferred; minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, biomedical science, or life sciences, with appropriate combination of laboratory experience may be substituted for MLT credential.

• Prior laboratory or similar healthcare experience required.
• Requires the ability to differentiate and identify specific colors, and various shades.
• MS Office and Adobe proficiency with the ability to navigate and enter data in web applications and custom systems.
• Proof of education must be provided during the interview process.

Benefits (All insurance coverage after 60 days) :

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Cancer/Accident Insurance
• Retirement Plan with up to 10% employer contribution (after 1 year of employment)
• Immediate PTO Accrual
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.