Laboratory Logistics & Transportation Specialist

Bloodworks Northwest • Seattle, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Bloodworks NW is currently hiring two LLT Specialists to join our fast-paced team! Paid training is provided. This is a critical position responsible for supporting 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.

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED