What are the responsibilities and job description for the Component Laboratory Technician I position at Innovative Blood Resources?
Summary
This entry level position performs routine manufacturing of blood components based on the capabilities of the site. This includes processing whole blood to create red blood cells and plasma products, processing apheresis red blood cells, special blood products and application of final product labels. The Tech I will be proficient in the proper use, maintenance, and quality control of processing equipment. The Tech I accurately and concurrently documents manufacturing records, strictly adheres to standard operating procedures and is competent in the usage of El Dorado Donor (EDD) and MasterControl (MC). All work processes are performed and documented according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and within the guidelines of accrediting organizations (FDA, AABB, Green Cross, CLIA, etc.).
Schedule 30 Hours a Week
Variable Schedule Monday - Saturday with occasional Sundays and Holidays. May be scheduled between 800am - 1000pm.
Job Responsibilities
Component Laboratory Technician I responsibilities include but are not limited to
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Physical
Must be able to stand and walk most of the shift
Lift 50lbs
Hand/eye coordination, visual acuity
Preferred
Bachelor’s or Associate degree
Laboratory manufacturing experience using cGMP
Customer Service
Nebraska Community Blood Bank (NCBB.ORG), a division of Innovative Blood Resources (www.innovativebloodresources.org), has been saving and sustaining lives since 1968. We are dedicated to connecting people who need life-saving blood with generous volunteers who give. Operating 4 donor centers and conducting dozens of blood drives each month, we are proud to be an independent nonprofit that supplies over 20 area hospitals and clinics with life-saving blood—from our community, for our community.
This entry level position performs routine manufacturing of blood components based on the capabilities of the site. This includes processing whole blood to create red blood cells and plasma products, processing apheresis red blood cells, special blood products and application of final product labels. The Tech I will be proficient in the proper use, maintenance, and quality control of processing equipment. The Tech I accurately and concurrently documents manufacturing records, strictly adheres to standard operating procedures and is competent in the usage of El Dorado Donor (EDD) and MasterControl (MC). All work processes are performed and documented according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and within the guidelines of accrediting organizations (FDA, AABB, Green Cross, CLIA, etc.).
Schedule 30 Hours a Week
Variable Schedule Monday - Saturday with occasional Sundays and Holidays. May be scheduled between 800am - 1000pm.
Job Responsibilities
Component Laboratory Technician I responsibilities include but are not limited to
- Receive blood collections, fold blood bags
- Process blood collections
- Process research, source, and special blood products
- Proper use of laboratory equipment and reponse to alarms
- Obtain samples from blood components for quality testing
- Restock laboratory supplies
- Label blood products
- Understand good laboratory practice and cGMP requirements
- Proficient in the use of IBR computer systems
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Physical
Must be able to stand and walk most of the shift
Lift 50lbs
Hand/eye coordination, visual acuity
Preferred
Bachelor’s or Associate degree
Laboratory manufacturing experience using cGMP
Customer Service
Nebraska Community Blood Bank (NCBB.ORG), a division of Innovative Blood Resources (www.innovativebloodresources.org), has been saving and sustaining lives since 1968. We are dedicated to connecting people who need life-saving blood with generous volunteers who give. Operating 4 donor centers and conducting dozens of blood drives each month, we are proud to be an independent nonprofit that supplies over 20 area hospitals and clinics with life-saving blood—from our community, for our community.