Blood Processing Technician
Posted on: 15 Mar 2021
Columbus, OH
Job Description
Job Description:
Are you seeking an opportunity that makes a difference? Are you passionate about meeting new people? Do you want to have an impact in your community, across the country, and around the world? If your answer is yes, then we invite you to become a Blood Processing Technician for the American Red Cross!
Blood Processing Technicians perform manufacturing processes in a highly regulated environmentfrom receipt of unprocessed blood, through maintaining accurate records of finished goods in preparation to distribute to area hospitals. Successful Blood Processing Technicians will have a strong attention to detail, a customer-service focus and the ability to treat both internal and external customers with compassion at all times.
Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 6 AM to 2 PM.
Pay for this position is $13.12 per hour. There is a shift differential of $1 per hour added for weekend hours.
Learn more about the life-saving impact our employees have in their communities in this short video:
The Men and Women Behind Our Mission
Blood Processing Technician Responsibilities
* Manufacture, store and distribute blood products/samples according to applicable FDA, AABB, CLIA, NRC and Red Cross policies and procedures. Meet the quality and quantity production and distribution goals established by the department. Prioritize workload to meet production and customer requirements.
* Operate, maintain and perform quality control checks on equipment. Ensure adequate inventory of required supplies.
* Perform data entry and operate the computer programs associated with component production, labeling, storage, and shipping.
* Maintain accurate, legible and complete manufacturing department records.
* Ensure products/samples are suitable for release for distribution and are managed appropriately.
* Identify and quarantine products/samples that dont meet quality requirements. Perform disposition of unacceptable products/samples.
* Analyze and make decisions based on visual inspection and information provided from other departments to meet time requirements and quality standards.
* Perform complex manufacturing tasks such as pooled product manufacturing, freeze, wash or deglycerolizing of blood products and pathogen reduction
* Perform good inventory management practices throughout the manufacturing and shipping process.
* Maintain accurate electronic and physical inventory locations for products/samples.
* Participate in training of staff.
* Perform review of manufacturing records.
* Remain flexible to work a variable schedule that includes weekends & holidays to meet the needs of our hospitals.
* Drive for results and to serve others with a high level of respect for customer service.
* Take care of your team members show up for every shift and give 100% while youre there.
* Contribute to a friendly and fun environment.
* Interact in a positive, proactive, and customer-focused manner with both internal and external customers, demonstrating care and compassion at all times.
The aforementioned responsibilities of the Blood Processing Technician describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list.
Qualifications
* High School diploma or equivalent required.
* Minimum of two years related experience in a regulatory, laboratory, or manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
* All technician jobs require good computer skills, attention to detail, accurate documentation and good decision-making skills.
* Ability to work on a team; good communication skills
* Physical requirements may include standing, stretching, stooping and bending for extended time periods. The ability to lift, pull, push and move objects of up to 50 pounds. You may work in walk-in refrigerator/freezers for periods of time.
* Staff performing irradiation tasks may be subject to enhanced security requirements.
Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The American Red Cross is a diverse nonprofit organization offering its employees professional development and growth opportunities, a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team spirit environment. To be considered for this position, please visit www.redcross.org/jobs to apply.
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American Red Cross
Washington, DC
The mission of the Red Cross is to help prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. Across all the ways we provide help and hope to others - from bringing disaster relief, providing lifesaving blood and training in lifesaving skills, to reaching across borders to reconnect families and supporting military families - the American Red Cross makes a big impact.
Explore this collection of stories and experience what the Red Cross brings to everyday people, every day. If what you see inspires you, consider supporting our mission financially, by making a blood donation, becoming a volunteer or registering to take a class.
Vision Statement
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. We aspire to turn compassion into action so that...
...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope;
...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters;
...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products;
...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and
...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
Fundamental Principles of the Global Red Cross Network
Humanity
The Red Cross, born of a desire to bring assistance without discrimination to the wounded on the battlefield, endeavors—in its international and national capacity—to prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found. Its purpose is to protect life and health and to ensure respect for the human being. It promotes mutual understanding, friendship, cooperation and lasting peace amongst all peoples.
Impartiality
It makes no discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions. It endeavors to relieve the suffering of individuals, being guided solely by their needs, and to give priority to the most urgent cases of distress.
Neutrality
In order to continue to enjoy the confidence of all, the Red Cross may not take sides in hostilities or engage at any time in controversies of a political, racial, religious or ideological nature.
Independence
The Red Cross is independent. The national societies, while auxiliaries in the humanitarian services of their governments and subject to the laws of their respective countries, must always maintain their autonomy so that they may be able at all times to act in accordance with Red Cross principles.
Voluntary Service
The Red Cross is a voluntary relief movement not prompted in any manner by desire for gain.
Unity
There can be only one Red Cross society in any one country. It must be open to all. It must carry on its humanitarian work throughout its territory.
Universality
The Red Cross is a worldwide institution in which all societies have equal status and share equal responsibilities and duties in helping each other.
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