Responsibilities:
$2,500 Sign on Bonus Available.
Essential Functions:
- Performs donor interview and evaluates suitability of donor for donation based on current Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) criteria.
- Determines donor hemoglobin by obtaining a finger-stick sample.
- Takes and documents donor blood pressure, pulse and temperature.
- Performs blood collection procedures according to SOPs, including Quality Control, skin preparation, phlebotomy, obtaining tube samples and removing needles.
- Attends to donor’s comfort and safety post donation, including those having reactions or complications to the procedure and notifying the Collection Supervisor.
- Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding donors.
- Labels all blood collection materials according to SOP.
- Cares for blood after collection, including segmenting, providing temporary storage and transportation to the center, when necessary.
- Assists in unloading, assembling, maintain, dismantling and reloading of equipment and supplies (if applicable).
- Complies with CBC safety policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates excellent customer service when dealing with donors, members of the community and co-workers.
- Exhibits professionalism in dress, personal grooming and hygiene.
- Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
- Must be able to confidently communicate and interpret intermediate information in English to all members of the public and CBC staff.
Other Functions:
- Answer donor questions regarding donor criteria and blood donations.
- Performs data entry when donors present to donate (as applicable).
- Completes paperwork relating to daily operations.
- Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
- Stays current with all changes by atteneding all sheduled in-services.
- Restocks supplies as needed.
- Assists with special projects and other duties as assigned relevant to the position.
- Must have and maintain a valide driver's license and clean driving record. All tickets, suspension must be reported to supervisor.
Qualifications:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Medical Assistant degree preferred.
- Phlebotomy certification preferred.
- WORK HOURS AND DAYS VARY SO MUST BE VERY FLEXIBLE
Experience:
Prefer an individual with at least 6 months experience in:
- A health-related field, and
- Phlebotomy.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Mobile Staff: Must have and maintain a valid operator’s license (MO class E; KS class C)
- Fixed Site Staff: Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
- Proficient in all duties related to Donor Room Assistant.
Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Good writing skills to successfully document as needed.
- Good verbal skills to successfully communicate with donors, chairpersons, community, and co-workers.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Computer skills.
Overview:
Founded in 1958, Community Blood Center (CBC) has served Kansas and Missouri for more than 65 years, delivering more than 150,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 70+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. CBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biopharmaceutical organizations. NYBCe’s Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment, and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. CBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit savealifenow.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.