Laboratory Logistics & Transportation Specialist

Bloodworks NW • Seattle, WA

19h • $26 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

Bloodworks Northwest is seeking two Laboratory Logistics & Transportation (LLT) Specialists to join their fast-paced team. This critical role supports all Bloodworks NW departments and Hospital customers by providing reliable, efficient transportation services, managing the receipt and distribution of incoming shipments to ensure an accurate audit trail, and positively representing Bloodworks NW to both internal and external customers. Paid training is provided. The starting pay is $26.50-$27.50/hr DOE.

Requirements

• One year of customer service and/or data entry experience required.
• Possess and maintain a driver's license for at least 3 years.
• Valid State Driver's License in the State of Washington, with an acceptable driving record.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Computer skills, including data entry and word processing.
• Must meet MVR standards required by Bloodworks Vehicle Safety and Training Policy.
• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug/chemical dependency test and comply with departmental Drug & Alcohol Policy and pre-hire background check.
• The ability to lift to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to adjust to a variety of vehicles.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail is critical

Nice To Haves

• Lab or shipping/receiving experience is a plus
• Additional education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives and processes requests for routine and emergency testing.
• Evaluates specimens and requests for patient identification and suitability for pre-transfusion and other serologic testing, following laboratory policies.
• Accurately maintains an audit trail for incoming and outgoing packages and calls.
• Meticulously performs data entry for patients and donors into appropriate databases.
• Troubleshooting of unacceptable specimens and appropriately documenting outcomes.
• Perform dispatch responsibilities for local and regional transportation in accordance with the appropriate priority.
• Operate computer systems relevant to the work performed in the department at this level, including Access, BBCS, IQVIA, and PC applications.
• Report incidents involving unusual circumstances or failures to follow standard operating procedures.
• Communicate and appropriately escalate concerns.
• Ensure that high-quality work is performed.
• Comply with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as written.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Proficiently perform all assigned courier duties, including transporting blood-related products, supplies, and business-related materials between Bloodworks NW labs and its local area hospital clients.
• Ensure full compliance with the standards outlined in the Bloodworks Vehicle Safety and Training Policy when operating or riding in company vehicles.
• Fully participate as a member of the Laboratory Logistics and Transportation department and Bloodworks teams by ensuring interactions with colleagues promote collaboration and effective communication.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with family coverage also available.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED