Laboratory Testing Assistant

Founded in 1979, Rhode Island Blood Center (RIBC) has served Rhode Island and the New England area for more than 45 years, delivering more than 90,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 50+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. RIBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biopharmaceutical organizations. NYBCe's Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. RIBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit ribc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Position Summary:

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:

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:

• 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.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and data entry skills required

SCHEDULE:

First shift: 7am-3:30pm, with a every other weekend rotation as well as holiday rotation.

The proposed hourly wage for this position is $17.91/hour.