Position Summary:

The University of California, Irvine, a career destination unlike any other, is built upon a rich history of academic and healthcare excellence. We are supported by a globally unique team of academic professionals, researchers, medical experts, and staff. Guided by our mission, vision, and strategic pillars, we thrive in a collaborative environment. We celebrate and leverage the diverse experiences and perspectives of our UCI community to continue to push the boundaries of innovation. Your opportunity to be a part of an award winning team, advancing your career journey, is now!

The Blood Donor Center currently has three locations: Campus Blood Donor Center, Medical Center Blood Donor Center, and Mobile Collection sites. The incumbent will be assigned to a primary area but will be expected to work in all three areas as needed. The incumbent screens donors, draws blood samples, assists or performs collection of whole blood and/or apheresis collections at any of the three sites as needed. The incumbent processes blood units and prepares segments and tubes for ID testing. Responsibilities include facilitating smooth and efficient operations such as donor scheduling, registration, recruitment, and inventory stocking.

Essential Job Functions:
The identification of essential functions below is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.

• Performs a full range of duties involved in processing blood products into blood components 40%
• Perform inventory, receive, stocks and delivers supplies as appropriate. Completes required documentation for supply receipt and computer entry functions. Ensures cleanliness by using appropriate methods and solutions to clean and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments as required. Accurately and appropriately performs quality control on equipment ensuring all appropriate records are kept as required. Actively participates in inspection processes. Provides training and instruction to new staff as needed. 10%
• Participates in a full range of quality assurance including sampling product quality control and assessing blood product acceptability. Accurately performs computer data entry functions. Appropriately receives and processes calls to department. 30%
• Appropriately processes and transports blood units and accurately prepares segments and tubes for testing. Disposes of all waste, sharps, specimen, and other materials in accordance with departmental policy. 20%

Total Compensation

We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong customer service orientation
• One year clinical laboratory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience using lab/hospital computer systems and software
• Experience using computer systems and software
• Ability to work variable shifts including evenings and weekends
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to maintain flexibility and work well in a constantly changing environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of college education in a related scientific field, or related experience
• Minimum two years prior Laboratory related experience

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.