FS Crew Chief

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Supervision of the daily collection activities at the fixed sites. Registers, screens, and collects blood from donors and patients.

Education: High school or equivalent experience

Licensure: None; prefer medically related licensure or certification

Experience: 1 year automated collections, plus

6 months supervisory or additional blood donor collections

Medium Work - Walking and/or standing for extended periods of time with occasional sitting. Occasionally exerting between 20-60 lbs. of force to lift or move objects.

• Supervises and trains fixed site collection and support staff.
• Coaches and mentors fixed site staff regarding appropriate adherence to SunCoast SOPs, personnel policies and customer service activities.
• Utilizes Employee Notification system to report and document SOP or policy violations if they occur.
• Assists with activities related to marketing and public relations, including but not limited to communication with recruitment and communications departments regarding special promotions and distribution of promotional items.
• Greets and registers donors and patients.
• Performs all front desk duties. Coordinates with physician office staff for collection of products from autologous, directed, and therapeutic donors and patients.
• Determines donor suitability.
• Performs phlebotomy for the collection of whole blood units or testing samples. Operates automated equipment to collect red cell, 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 donor record review and data entry.
• Performs QC, maintenance, calibration, and validation of section equipment. Reports malfunction or deviation to manager.
• Monitors and maintains inventory of supplies. Reports inventory levels to manager.
• Meets established collection goals and standards.
• Assists with the coordination of fixed site facility maintenance. Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Other duties as required to fulfill the organizations mission, vision, and values.