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Bloodworks Northwest: Associate Blood Collection Specialist

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Bellingham, WA
Posted 3 weeks ago

Bloodworks Northwest in Bellingham, WA is hiring an Associate Blood Collection Specialist! Learn more below and apply now.

Pay rate: $22.64- $24.44 per hour

How to apply: Apply online.

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of others?  Have you ever considered starting or continuing a health care career?  Are you detail-oriented, have a strong commitment to customer service, and like meeting people? Then our Associate Blood Collection Specialist (Phlebotomist) may be a great opportunity for you! We have multiple positions for great candidates! Come join our amazing team that helps support our surrounding communities!

About the Associate Blood Collection Specialist role:

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.

Additional Details:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Screening and taking vital signs of potential donors/patients and 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 shipment
  • 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

Position 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. 
  • Previous health care and blood banking experience is a plus
  • Additional healthcare-related certifications are desirable
  • 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 strong attention to Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, Outlook 
  • Bloodworks is a community-supported non-profit organization as such, from time-to-time incumbents can expect to work with volunteers

Benefits and Perks:

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 back-up child care program, subsidized transit program, educational reimbursement. Candidates hired from outside of our service area may be eligible for a relocation assistance bonus*

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