DS Specialist III SIGN ON BONUS

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Education: High school or equivalent experience

Licensure: None

Experience: 1 year medical, customer service or equivalent. Phlebotomy training program considered in lieu of phlebotomy experience, plus

6 months donor collections plus 6 months automated donor collections or other equivalent phlebotomy experience

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Registers and screens all categories of blood donors and patients. Collects whole blood and automated red cell products from donors and patients. Collects automated platelet products from donors.

• Greets and registers donors and patients.
• Assists with various donor recruitment activities.
• Determines donor suitability.
• Performs phlebotomy for the collection of whole blood units or samples.
• Operates automated instruments to collect red cells, plasma, and platelet products.
• Provides post-donation care and instructions, including treatment of adverse reactions.
• Assures proper storage of blood during collection operations and prepares for transport.
• Performs QC, maintenance, calibration, and validation of section equipment.
• Reports malfunction or deviation to crew chief.
• Monitors and maintains inventory of supplies. Reports inventory levels to crew chief.
• Meets established collection goals.
• Assists with the training of new employees.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
•  Other duties as required to fulfill the organization’s mission and vision.