Laboratory Aide

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science. SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS include, but are not limited to: Required physical activities include continuous standing, sitting, walking, talking, hearing, and repetitive hand/wrist motions. Other required physical activities used less often include bending and reaching (occasionally) and stooping and kneeling (rarely). Demonstrated ability to work independently. Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. The ability to prioritize workload according to business and customer needs. The ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently while also addressing periodic interruptions, equipment malfunctions, computer downtime, etc. The ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and with staff from other departments. Must be able to model a high level of professionalism and teamwork behavior. The ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as assigned. The ability to perform basic computer functions, including data entry and word processing. The ability to lift, push, pull, and carry 20 pounds throughout a normal day is required, as is the ability to lift 50 pounds. The ability to transport large boxes weighing up to 65 pounds throughout the building using a hand truck or flat cart is required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is conducted in a moderately noisy, high-volume production environment. Extensive computer work, including viewing the computer display, is a continuous job condition encountered while performing this job. Constant standing is a frequent job condition encountered in this role. Extensive close work is an occasional condition of this job. Substantial overtime rarely occurs while performing this job. As this is an essential position with direct responsibility to patients, the incumbent should be prepared to work extended and/or consecutive shifts, and possibly at a different location, during periods of inclement weather or emergency operations. Refer to Human Resources policy or department supervisors for more information. Position requires occasional intermittent work in refrigeration and freezer units as follows: In cold rooms of 2°C - 6°C for up to 30 minutes at a time, and in walk-in freezers colder than -23°C for up to 15 minutes at a time. This position involves direct exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Job conditions to be expected include: extensive travel; substantial overtime; on-call status (frequent); heavy lifting; constant standing; extensive close and CRT work; sleep deprivation (occasional); and evening meetings (rare). Ability to work scheduled "on-call" for up to 12 days each month. Benefits and Perks: Employees regularly scheduled for 24+ hours per week are covered by medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with family coverage also available. Also able to participate in retirement plans (401a & 403b), consolidated paid leave program (4.8 – 6.8 weeks of time off accrued per year, based on length of service), subsidized transit program, and educational reimbursement. Candidate hired from outside of our service area may be eligible for relocation assistance bonus*

*Conditions apply Bloodworks Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.