Blood Collection Specialist, Associate Float

Bloodworks Northwest; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401a & 401k plans

Paid time off 4.8–6.8 weeks/yr

Subsidized transit program

Educational reimbursement

Relocation assistance bonus

Job summary

Bloodworks Northwest is seeking an Associate Blood Collection Specialist (Phlebotomist) in Beaverton, OR. Starting pay is $24.44–$26.15 per hour base, with an additional $3.50 for Float positions.

The role emphasizes donor screening, testing, and quality control to ensure blood supply safety. The position includes 8 weeks of paid on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement to higher Blood Collection Specialist levels.

Qualifications

• High School education or GED equivalent required.
• One year of strong customer service work experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 labeling 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 shipments.
• Follow universal precautions and biohazard 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.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Driving

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Starting Pay: $ 24.44- $ 26.15 base, plus an additional $3.50 for the Float position

Do you want to make a difference in others' lives? Have you ever considered starting or pursuing a career in healthcare? 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! We have multiple positions for great candidates! 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.

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 labeling 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 shipments
• Follow universal precautions and biohazard 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 healthcare 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, 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, with proficiency in 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. 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. *

*Conditions apply