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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.  

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.