UCLA Health Careers is Hiring a Laboratory Technician 1, Blood & Platelet Center Near Los Angeles, CA
DescriptionCome help save lives at the Blood and Platelet Center! If you are passionate about making a difference, we invite you to become a vital part of our dedicated team as a Lab Technician. In this role, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a stable blood supply for patients in need. • Prepare, load, and transport supplies and equipment in a Commercial Motor Vehicle to and from mobile blood drives, including setting up/breaking down mobile workstations to assist with event coordination. • Conduct whole blood and apheresis collections with precision and care, adhering to strict protocols to ensure donor safety and product quality. • Utilize your medical skills to assess donor eligibility, including vital sign monitoring and hemoglobin testing, to guarantee the suitability of donations. • Process blood components and samples meticulously, ensuring accurate labeling and timely transport to support patient care. • Engage with the community to promote blood donations and drive participation in mobile blood drives, contributing to meeting the crucial needs of hospitals and patients. • Provide logistical support for mobile blood drives, including driving the team to and from sites, setting up equipment, and assisting with event coordination. • Utilize the ElDorado Donor system for donor registration and data entry, maintaining meticulous records to uphold regulatory standards. • Conduct daily quality control checks on equipment and supplies, upholding the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Additional Details: The work schedule is considered a 4/10 schedule, with 10-hour shifts spanning Monday to Friday, along with rotating weekends and holidays. Shifts may vary between 5:00am to 10:00am start times, based on operational needs. Salary Range: $26.39 - $34.86/hour