Blood Collection Specialist, Associate

Bloodworks Northwest • Beaverton, OR

49d • $24 - $25

About The Position

The Blood Collection Associate will perform whole blood procedures from blood donors with a strong commitment to quality standards, the safety of the blood supply, and the donor experience. This position provides 8 weeks of on-the-job paid training. The Associate Blood Collection Specialist position has career advancement opportunities to Blood Collection Specialist I, II, III, and IV levels.

Requirements

• 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 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
• Bloodworks is a community-supported non-profit organization; as such, from time to time, the incumbent can expect to work with volunteers.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare and blood banking experience is a plus
• Additional healthcare-related certifications are desirable

Responsibilities

• Screening and taking vital signs of potential donors/patients evaluating their eligibility following Bloodworks ' policies/procedures
• Answering donor questions to ensure they are giving informed consent to donation and blood testing
• Performing donor identification, properly label blood components for venipunctures for whole blood and test tubes
• Performing whole blood collection procedures on donors
• Monitoring/caring for donors with adverse reactions to the donation process
• Sealing blood units and preparing blood component shipments
• Follow universal precautions and bio-hazard safety standards for handling blood
• Properly documenting and performing quality controls to uphold Bloodworks and FDA standards to maintain the safety of the blood supply
• Interacting with team members and donors in a knowledgeable and professional manner

Benefits

• 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 & 401b), 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.
• Candidates hired from outside of our service area may be eligible for a relocation assistance bonus

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED