Blood Collection Specialist, Associate

Bloodworks NW•Bellevue, WA

5d•$25 - $27

About The Position

Formerly Puget Sound Blood Center and Lane Blood Center, Bloodworks is backed by more than 70 years of Northwest history and 250,000 donors. A national leader in transfusion medicine, Bloodworks has been chosen to serve more than 90 hospitals in Washington, Oregon and Alaska – partnering closely with local hospitals to deliver the highest level of patient care. Patients with traumatic injuries, undergoing surgeries or organ transplantation, or receiving treatment for cancer and blood disorders all depend on our services, expertise, laboratories and research. We are local, nonprofit, independent, volunteer-supported and community-based. Starting Pay $25.23-$27.00 DOE Join Bloodworks and help save lives every day! Are you committed to providing excellent Customer Service and have a strong attention to detail? Then our Associate Blood Collection Specialist may be the right opportunity for you. This incumbent will perform whole-blood procedures on blood donors with an uncompromising 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 2.5 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

Nice To Haves

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

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 knowledgeably and professionally.

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

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