Overview:
Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.
Position Summary:
Under direct supervision by department leadership, performs phlebotomy collection of whole blood and apheresis products. Interacts with donors and coordinators, providing a high level of customer service to deliver an excellent donation experience. Takes pride in and is committed to delivering high quality services. Works cooperatively and is a supportive member of the team/group. Contributes positively to the achievement of team objectives. Incumbent may be responsible for driving, or providing effective interactions with Spanish speaking donors depending on qualifications and business need.
compensation:
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8 weeks paid training
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Benefits including medical/dental/vision/7% 401(k) match, generous PTO policy & more!
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Shift differentials for evenings/weekends
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Evenings (after 6:00pm)
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Weekends
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Skill based % increases offered after training
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Additional Bilingual (Spanish) increase available after passing certification exam.
Schedule:
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Schedules are posted 2-3 weeks in advance.
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Full-time (32-40 hours/week).
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schedule work days available (Tuesday thru Saturday)
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shift determined Traverse City Versiti center hour
Job Duties :
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Prepares collection area, performs set up of equipment, including technology systems
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Performs accurate medical interviews to determine donor eligibility, performs venipunctures/blood draws, ensures donor safety, and re-books donors for future appointments
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Observes and responds to donor questions, concerns, and reactions appropriately
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Other duties as assigned
The list of responsibilities above is not meant to be all inclusive, but rather an overview of daily activities.
Total Rewards Package:
Benefits
Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.
Responsibilities:
- Treats donors with customer service excellence, presenting a positive image. Responds to customer inquiries, requests, and complaints with a timely and complete response and escalates to leader when appropriate. Provides a service-centric donor experience by interacting with donors respectfully, compassionately, and professionally.
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Prepares collection site and performs set up, including technology systems (may include quality control).
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Performs donor screening (collects donor histories), mini-physical, and phlebotomy.
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Observes donors for reactions, provides reaction care and assists other staff in handling reactions if needed. May provide post-reaction care at mobile drives including assessing reactions for recovery, escorting donors and serving as liaison to coordinate care with host organization (e.g. high school nurse, drive coordinator.
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Conducts automation (Alyx and/or Trima), including recognizing and responding to automation reactions. Recruits and converts donors for automation.
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Rebooks donors for future donation appointments.
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Understands and performs to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.
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Recognizes when the customer is distressed and responds appropriately with tact. Creates a safe environment for donors and staff members.
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Treats donors with customer service excellence, presenting a positive image. Responds to customer inquiries, requests and complaints with a timely and complete response and escalates to leader when appropriate.
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May prepare and pack units for transport.
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Maintains product integrity and ensures proper identification of all donors, performs routine maintenance on equipment, and completes department records as needed.
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May be eligible for additional "Skill" based pay (Driving, Language, etc), based on employee qualifications and business need. Requires evening, weekend and holiday work hours, and travel to other local collection sites as determined by business need.
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Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
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Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
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Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures
Qualifications:
Education
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High School Diploma or GED required
Experience
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Less than 1 year of job-related experience. required
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1-3 years relevant people facing experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Knowledge of standardized work routines and methods, general facts and information and/or the use of simple equipment, machines and materials. Knowledge is usually acquired through training on the job. required
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Ability to read and interpret documents such as Standard Operating Procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other department manuals. required
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Must have basic mathematical aptitude. required
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Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions. required
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Ability to organize work to provide productive work flow. required
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Has strong attention to detail. required
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Must have good communication skills, including the ability to provide feedback to peers, and flexibility to work independently and with a team. required
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Ability to learn/utilize computer applications such as Ceridian, Hemasphere, Oracle, and HemaTerra required
Licenses and Certifications
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Driver's License preferred
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SBA - Spanish Bilingual Assistance Certificate preferred
Tools and Technology
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Personal Computer (desktop, laptop, tablet). required
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General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine). required
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Vehicle navigation system. required
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Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). required
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Screening equipment including: • Lancet • Sphygmomanometer (BP cuff) • Temperature probe • Hemoglobin analyzer required
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Phlebotomy collection equipment including: • Blood mixer • Trima required
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