Job description
Join the Blood Bank of Hawaii Team and Help Save Lives!
Blood Bank of Hawaii has been saving lives since 1941, providing lifesaving blood products to hospitals across the state. As a nonprofit, we serve over 18 hospitals statewide, helping with surgeries, trauma care, cancer treatment, and more. Our team plays a vital role in Hawaii’s healthcare system, and we’re looking for dedicated individuals to join us as Phlebotomists/Collections Specialists 1.
Why the Blood Bank of Hawaii?
The Blood Bank of Hawaii is a diverse nonprofit that offers its employees opportunities for professional growth, competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team environment. As an equal opportunity employer, they do not discriminate based on age, race, sex, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, arrest and court record, or any other protected category. As a Phlebotomist/Collections Specialists 1, you will be involved in various aspects of blood drives, including setting up equipment and drawing blood from donors at schools, offices, and churches across Oahu and the neighboring islands.
Benefits:
- 100% Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Fully paid Training
- Paid Time Off
- Career Development and Training
- Opportunities for Promotion
- SAVING LIVES EACH DAY!
Schedule:
- Monday-Sunday
- Hours may vary, including evenings, and holidays.
- Flexibility to work weekends as needed
Job Duties and Responsibilities Summary:
- Donor Eligibility & Assessment: Verify donor identification and critical information for safety. Conduct donor interviews, record data, check vital signs, and perform hemoglobin tests. Assess donor eligibility based on interview, test, and vital sign results.
- Phlebotomy: Confirm donor information, draw blood, and collect samples following SOP. Ensure accurate labeling and documentation of blood bags and samples.
- Donor Care & Customer Service: Guide donors through the donation process, provide post-donation instructions, and answer questions. Show appreciation to donors and encourage future donations. Monitor donor’s post-donation for any adverse reactions and handle incidents appropriately.
- Site Operations: Assist in setting up and breaking down mobile drives or opening/closing at fixed sites. Maintain cleanliness, ensure equipment and supplies are stocked.
- Quality Control: Perform QC procedures on equipment, reagents, and techniques, ensuring proper documentation.
- Ongoing Learning & Development: Stay updated on blood procurement and safety techniques.
- Transportation: Drive vehicles to transport staff, supplies, and equipment to mobile donation sites.
- Performing other duties, as assigned.
Experience:
- Phlebotomy experience: 1 year experience working as a phlebotomist preferred.
No Experience? No Problem!
- Paid Training – 10-weeks training, mix of classroom instruction and field practice.
Skills:
- Strong communication skills (oral, reading, and writing) for clear instructions and comprehension of written materials.
- Excellent listening skills to understand and process detailed information.
- Good judgment and problem-solving abilities to identify and address concerns.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills to work with diverse individuals and provide high-quality service.
- Excellent phlebotomy skills, with a requirement to maintain a 95% or higher success rate.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, maintaining composure under pressure.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
- Leadership and mentoring skills (preferred).
- Ability to operate vehicles safely for transporting staff, supplies, and equipment.
Other Requirements:
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- Professional and business-like appearance.
- Reliable attendance.
- Flexible with scheduling and able to adjust to varying shifts.
- Ability to travel to neighboring islands and stay for up to 3 nights.
- Reliable Transportation.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re committed to quality care and passionate about helping others, we want you on our team. Apply today and start making a life-saving impact with the Blood Bank of Hawaii!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.28 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Must have Reliable Transportation.
- If hired, are you able to commit to a 10-week paid training program with no interruption?
- Must be able to work at multiple mobile blood drive location on the island of Oahu.
- Are you able to travel to the neighbor islands, and overnight for up to 4 nights?
- Do you have a Flexible availability hours?
- Must live in Oahu HI,.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- ID (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Required)
Work Location: In person
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