Apheresis Specialist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Join a mission-driven team where your skills make a

direct impact on saving lives every day. We are looking for an

energetic, compassionate, and detail-oriented Apheresis Specialist to

provide exceptional care to blood donors while performing whole blood

and apheresis collection procedures. This role is perfect for someone

who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment, values teamwork, and

takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service while ensuring

the highest standards of safety, accuracy, and donor experience. JOB

SUMMARY: Responsible for ensuring donor suitability and performing whole

blood and apheresis collection procedures per applicable regulations,

Standards, Policies And Procedures. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned): 1. Performs routine

procedures using equipment available and according to manufacturer and

regulatory guidelines. Performs quality control and equipment

maintenance as required by the manufacturer and SOP. 2. Determines the

eligibility and suitability of blood donors and documents findings

during health history screening according to standard operating

procedures. 3. Performs whole blood and automated collection procedures

according to standard operating procedures and department performance

expectation. 4. Ensures donor consents are appropriately obtained and

that operational performance standards relative to automated collections

are met. 5. Exhibits exceptional customer service at all times. 6.

Completes and actively participates in all required training within

designated time frames. 7. Demonstrates teamwork, flexibility and

dependability to create a collaborative and engaged working environment.

• Attends department meetings, Employee Forums, and other mandatory
  
  

meetings, and in-services unless working a scheduled shift or on

pre-approved time off. 9. Completes competency evaluations/exams as

directed. 10. Responsible for routinely checking email and mailboxes for

pertinent communication. 11. Demonstrates professional communication

with co-workers, leadership and community members. 12. Responsible for

timely review submission of documentation including but not limited to:

time cards, receipts, credit card reconciliation, and deviation

management follow up. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalency

required AND at least six months of progressive experience or

equivalent. Previous phlebotomy experience and medical terminology

required. Excellent organizational, oral and written communication

skills. Strong interpersonal skills in team environment. Excellent

customer service skills. Observation and performance of repetitive

tasks. Accurate documentation with emphasis on detail. Utilizing

resource materials and utilizing mentors, supervisors and training staff

appropriately. Assessment of donor suitability based on established

criteria. Employee may occasionally be required to lift objects or

materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Reliable transportation for this

position is required along with a current valid driver\'s license and

vehicle insurance coverage. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply

Online

https://www.communityblood.org/current-openings/apheresis-specialist/