Responsibilities Under the direction of the Lab Team leader, prepare blood components from donor blood in accordance with FDA and AABB guidelines to ensure the safety of blood products for patient use and further manufacturing. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Prepare blood components following standard operating procedures. Assist in quality control functions to ensure accuracy and reliability. Adhere to SCBC/department policies, procedures, and guidelines. Support other team members in the laboratory and Hospital Services, promoting positive customer relations to achieve internal harmony and repeat business. Perform additional duties as assigned. Scope of Authority/Reporting Perform assigned daily routines promptly. Work collaboratively with departmental employees as a team to provide the highest quality service to donors and customers. Report to the Assistant Director of Technical Services or their designee. Qualifications Education High School diploma or GED. Experience Previous experience in a healthcare or laboratory setting. Knowledge and Skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with co-workers and SCBC personnel. Basic computer skills. Ability to function autonomously in a laboratory setting, demonstrating both initiative and dependability. Physical capability to perform manual labor while standing 100% of the time, with occasional lifting and handling of objects up to sixty (60) pounds. Successful completion of on-the-job training/orientation within six (6) months. Licenses/Certifications Not required. Physical Skills & Requirements Regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, bend, twist, and push/pull. Working Conditions Work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. Operate within a laboratory environment with potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Perform repetitive and standardized tasks. Ability to fractionate blood within specified time periods after collection. Disclaimer This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees will also perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor or other management. Management reserves the right to change job responsibilities, duties, and hours as needs prevail. This document is for management communication only and is not intended to imply a contract of employment. All applicants selected for hire must undergo a pre-employment drug screening.