Laboratory Testing Assistant

Responsibilities

Position Summary
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This position is responsible for providing support in the Testing laboratory. Responsibilities include sample receiving and preparation, testing setup, quality control procedures and general support tasks.

This position reports to the Laboratory Supervisor, Testing.

Essential Functions
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• Receive and prepare samples for testing
• Receive and store laboratory supplies
• Assist in sample transport throughout the laboratories
• Assist in Equipment Maintenance procedures

Non-Essential Functions
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• Follow the policies of the Rhode Island Blood Center
• Maintain professional ethics concerning confidentiality of donor information
• Label products after lot release
• Generate daily reports as required
• Read and follow official communications via policy memos and Laboratory Log Book
• Read and have familiarity with pertinent sections of the Rhode Island Blood Center Laboratory Procedures Manual and Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain a clean and orderly working environment
• Preparation of biohazardous waste for shipment, (some lifting included)
• Carry out all procedures in a reasonable time frame as determined by supervisory personnel
• Responsible for certain programs and/or projects as may be assigned
• Participate in evaluation on new equipment and techniques
• Successful participation on annual competency assessment program

The previous statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of competence of work performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.

Education
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High School Diploma required.

Requirements
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Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds. Must also be able to stand for long periods and sit, stand, walk and lift alternately throughout the duration of the shift.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and data entry skills required.

Schedule
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Full-Time:
Mon.

- Fri. 7am to 3:30pm; includes every other weekend and holiday.

The proposed pay rate for this position is $17.91/hr.