What are the responsibilities and job description for the DS Specialist - III position at SUNCOAST COMMUNITIES BLOOD BANK INC?
Job Details
Job Location: Mound Street - Sarasota, FL
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Description
- 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.
Qualifications
Education: High school or equivalent experience
Licensure: None
Experience: 2 years medical, customer service or equivalent. Phlebotomy training program considered in lieu of phlebotomy experience, plus 2 years donor phlebotomy or 1 year donor collections plus 6 months automated donor collections.
Physical Requirements: 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.
