Component Tech- 2nd Shift

Mississippi Blood Services seeks a loyal, consistent, and precise person needed to work in our production laboratory. This lab position includes preparing quality biological components in strict compliance with SOPs; performing detailed record keeping; and preparing plasma shipments. If you are patient, conscientious and accurate with strong attention to detail; and can interact with co-workers in a helpful, supportive way - you'll fit in perfectly here.

Duties:

• Must be detail-oriented and organized with all paperwork.

• Balance and load products intended for separation into centrifuge accurately, adjusting setting according to production intentions.

• Follow procedures for extraction of the various blood components produced, ensuring the highest possible quality.

• Organize, apply standard product labels and store all components produced with complete accuracy.

• Organize, identify and perform computer entry of every product on a daily basis with complete accuracy.

• Perform all aspects of shipping salvage plasma to commercial vendors.

• Perform procedures for preparation of special blood components.

• Responsible for the completion of work from previous shift (within approved limitations).

• Perform product Quality Product Control on blood and blood products as required.

• Maintain regular attendance on regularly assigned shift. Maintain flexibility and availability to work overtime and cover other shifts as needed.

• Responsible for the daily QC of the component lab to include Temperature Checks, RPMs and Deceleration Checks, Weld Integrity Checks, Red Blood Cell Recovery, Equipment Preventative Maintenance, and Equipment Calibration.

• Maintain regular attendance on regularly assigned shift. Maintain flexibility and availability to work overtime and cover other shifts as needed.

• Perform other tasks assigned by laboratory management.

• Attend any meetings deemed necessary by laboratory management.

• Participate in continuing education as deemed necessary by laboratory management.

• Maintain minimum score of 100% on competency testing.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Stable work history

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.

• Organizational skills to provide a productive work flow.

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

• Ability to work effectively with others toward a common goal.

• Ability to meet flexible working schedule, as required to meet patient needs.

• Must be able to train during the day.

HOURS:

PART TIME EVENING SHIFT: 6:00pm - 2:30am Monday-Friday (WITH ROTATING WEEKENDS)

We offer competitive salaries determined by education/experience, outstanding benefits, and a congenial work environment. We're committed to continual improvement.

It's a great time to join us in our life saving mission - you'll be glad you did!

Mississippi Blood Services is an equal opportunity** employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.**

EOE/M/F/Disabled/Vet

Drug Free Workplace

Pre-employment drug testing required

Note: Our application process is designed to be completed through this online process. However, if a reasonable accommodation is needed to enable you to apply for one of our positions, please contact us at 601-368-2674 and we will gladly work with you.