Bloodworks Northwest · 1 day ago
Blood Collection Specialist, Associate
Bloodworks Northwest is a nonprofit organization that has been a leader in transfusion medicine for over 70 years, serving hospitals in the Northwest. They are seeking an Associate Blood Collection Specialist to perform blood collection procedures and ensure the safety and quality of the blood supply while providing excellent customer service to donors.
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Responsibilities
Screen and take vital signs of potential donors/patients and evaluate their eligibility following Bloodworks' policies/procedures
Answer donor questions to ensure they are giving informed consent to donation and blood testing
Perform donor identification, properly label blood components for venipunctures for whole blood, and test tubes
Perform whole blood collection procedures on donors
Monitor/care for donors with adverse reactions to the donation process
Seal blood units and prepare blood component shipment
Follow universal precautions and bio-hazard safety standards for handling blood
Properly document and perform quality controls to uphold Bloodworks and FDA standards to maintain the safety of the blood supply
Interact with team members and donors in a knowledgeable and professional manner
Qualification
Required
High School education or GED equivalent required
One year of strong customer service work experience
Possess and maintain a valid State Driver's License in the State of residence with an acceptable driving record for at least 2.5 years
Ability to stand for prolonged periods, bend and reach to perform repetitive motions, lift and carry up to 60 pounds
Work flexible shifts with the Ability to travel to various work locations within a 50-mile radius
Ability to fulfill Washington State Health Care Assistant Certification (category A at a minimum) requirements
Ability to attend an 8-week training program
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to follow SOP and have a strong attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, Outlook
Preferred
Previous healthcare and blood banking experience is a plus
Additional healthcare-related certifications are desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Family coverage also available
Participate in retirement plans (401a & 401b)
Consolidated paid leave program (4.8 – 6.8 weeks of time off accrued per year, based on length of service)
Subsidized transit program
Educational reimbursement
Relocation assistance bonus
Company
Bloodworks Northwest
Bloodworks Northwest is an independent, non-profit organization harnessing donor gifts to provide blood supply to hospitals.
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