Vitalant·Mather, California
The role involves managing Special Red Cell inventory, providing technical support to hospital transfusion services, and maintaining accurate laboratory documentation. Additionally, the generalist performs routine equipment maintenance and prepares reagents to support life-saving blood services.
At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide. Compensation Considerations: Job Grade: 116 Hourly Pay Range: 25.50 - 26.25 Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 4:00 am - 12:30 pm Shift Differentials: Weekend 8% Work Shift (if applicable): Shift 1 (United States of America)
Vitalant is seeking a Medical Laboratory Generalist dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are results-driven and impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, an organization created to care, and a team committed to lead – together.
Your impact as a Medical Laboratory Generalist is vital.
Support Vitalant's life-saving mission by contributing to laboratory operations.
You will manage reagents, supplies, and inventory, input patient data, and provide exceptional customer service.
This position presents an exciting opportunity for a fast-track progression to Medical Laboratory Scientist I in just over a year!
What to Expect Hourly Pay Range: 25.50 - 26.25 Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 4:00 am - 12:30 pm Shift Differentials: Weekend 8% Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401K + 5% company match Tuition assistance up to $5k per year Free basic life and AD&D insurance Free short-and-long-term disability insurance Paid time off Employee Resource Groups Recognition and perks As a Medical Laboratory Generalist, you'll get to Manage Special Red Cell inventory and distribution.
Offer technical support to hospital transfusion services.
Maintain accurate records and documentation.
Perform routine maintenance on equipment and identify malfunctions.
Conduct preparation and prequalification of reagents.
Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or other “hard' science meeting the CLIA requirements for moderate or high complexity testing.
No Experience Required
KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, medical technology or clinical laboratory science required. CLIA requirements for high complexity testing required. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS State license, as required by regulations. EXPERIENCE None. SKILLS/ABILITIES Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be highly organized and detail oriented; accurate and timely. Ability to work in a team environment. Must possess good decision-making skills. Must comprehend and apply clinical laboratory procedures and theory. Must maintain confidentiality. Proficient computer skills to include input and retrieval of data. Ability to stand for long periods of time, lift and bend. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This position requires the ability to perform the following (expressed as hours per shift): Sitting 5+ Standing 5+ Walking 0-3 Lift (40# Max) 46086 Carry/move (40# max) 0-3 Push/pull (10# of force max) 0-3 Climbing 0-3 Bend 0-3 Squat 0-3 Kneel N/A Reaching above shoulders 0-3 Reaching waist to shoulder 0-3 Reaching knee to waist 0-3 Reaching floor to knee 0-3 Grasp 0-3 Handling 5+ Finger dexterity 5+ Pinch 5+ Driving 0-3 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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