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. 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. 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 whole blood collection procedures on donors Seal blood units and prepare blood component shipment Properly document and perform 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 Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, Outlook Bloodworks is a community-supported nonprofit organization; 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* *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.