Blood Collection Specialist, Associate

Bloodworks Northwest; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401a & 401b

Paid time off

Transit assistance

Educational reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Bloodworks Northwest is hiring an Associate Blood Collection Specialist in Washington. The role involves performing whole-blood procedures, ensuring donor safety and a positive donor experience, and completing an 8-week training program. Strong customer service, detail orientation, and the ability to travel within 50 miles are essential.

Starting pay ranges from $26.22 to $28.06 per hour, DOE. This exempt role offers benefits and opportunities for advancement within Bloodworks Northwest.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of strong customer service experience.
• Healthcare or blood banking experience is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within 50 miles.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 60 pounds.
• Willingness to complete an 8-week training program.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess donor eligibility and vital signs.
• Answer donor questions to obtain informed consent.
• Label blood components and prepare for venipuncture.
• Perform whole blood collection procedures.
• Monitor donors and manage adverse reactions.
• Seal units and prepare shipments.
• Follow universal precautions and biosafety standards.
• Document quality controls to meet FDA standards.
• Interact with donors and team members professionally.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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 have a 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 shipment
• 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