Blood Collection Specialist, Associate

Colonial Group; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401a/401k plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Bloodworks Northwest is seeking an Associate Blood Collection Specialist in Washington. The role involves screening donors, performing whole-blood collection, labeling and testing, and ensuring donor safety. A mandatory 8-week training is provided, with opportunities for advancement to higher Blood Collection levels.

Requires strong customer service, attention to detail, and a valid driver's license. Travel within a 50‑mile radius is expected; baseline education is high school or GED.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED equivalent required.
• One year of strong customer service work experience.
• Valid State Driver's License with an acceptable driving record for at least 2.5 years.
• Ability to stand, bend, reach, lift up to 60 pounds, and travel within 50 miles.
• Ability to attend an 8-week training program.

Responsibilities

• Screen and vital signs of potential donors and evaluate eligibility.
• Answer donor questions to ensure informed consent for donation and testing.
• Label blood components for venipunctures and test tubes.
• Perform whole blood collection procedures on donors.
• Monitor donors for adverse reactions and provide care.
• Seal units and prepare shipments of blood components.
• Follow safety standards and document quality controls per FDA and Bloodworks.
• Interact with donors and team members professionally.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Starting Pay: $26.22-$28.06 DOE

Join Bloodworks and help save lives every day! Are you committed to providing excellent Customer Service, and do you have strong attention to detail? Our Associate Blood Collection Specialist role may be the right opportunity for you. This incumbent will perform whole-blood procedures on blood donors and is committed to quality standards, blood supply safety, and the donor experience. This position includes 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.

Principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• 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 shipments
• Follow universal precautions and biohazard 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.

Position Requirements include:

• High School education or GED equivalent required
• One year of strong customer service work experience
• Previous healthcare and blood banking experience is a plus
• Additional healthcare-related certifications are desirable
• 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, and 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
• Bloodworks is a community-supported nonprofit organization; as such, incumbents can expect to work with volunteers from time to time.

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), 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*

*Conditions apply