Collections Associate Specialist

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. We are local, nonprofit, independent, volunteer-supported and community-based.
Are you detail-oriented, committed to customer service, and enjoy meeting people? Our Associate Blood Collection Specialist (Phlebotomist) position may be a great fit for you! Join our fantastic team supporting our surrounding communities!
About the Associate Blood Collection Specialist role:
The Blood Collection Associate will perform whole-blood procedures on blood donors and demonstrate a strong commitment to quality standards, blood supply safety, and the donor experience. This position offers 8 weeks of paid on-the-job training. The Associate Blood Collection Specialist position has career advancement opportunities to Blood Collection Specialist I, II, III, and IV levels.
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 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
Properly documenting and performing quality controls to uphold Bloodworks and FDA standards to maintain the safety of the blood supply
One year of strong customer service work experience
Previous healthcare and blood banking experience is a plus
Work flexible shifts with the ability to travel to various work locations within a 50-mile radius
Ability to attend an 8-week training program
Ability to follow SOP and have a strong attention to detail, with proficiency in Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, Outlook
Bloodworks is a community-supported non-profit organization; Employees regularly scheduled for 24+ hours per week are covered by medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with family coverage also available. Employees can also participate in retirement plans (401a & 401b), a consolidated paid leave program (4.8–6.8 weeks of time off accrued per year, based on length of service), a subsidized transit program, and educational reimbursement. Candidates hired from outside of our service area may be eligible for a relocation assistance bonus. *
*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.