DEPARTMENT 17026 - Blood BankLOCATION 350 7th Street North Naples FL 34102WORK TYPE Part TimeWORK SCHEDULE 8 Hour DayABOUT NCHNCH is an independent locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals an alliance of 700 physicians and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized quality health care.NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare SystemTM and were proud to Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships Have endowed chairs Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials and partner with other health market leaders like Hospital for Special Surgery Encompass and ProScan.Join our mission to help everyone live a longer happier healthier life. We are committed to care and believe theres always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.JOB SUMMARYThe Donor Specialist performs donorpatient suitability assessments and the manual andor automated collection of blood and blood components in accordance with cGMPs regulatory and departmental compliance recruits and educates donors.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESOther duties may be assigned. · Performs all processes in compliance with industry and regulatory standards FDA AABB cGMPs. · Understands the basic principles and procedures of quality control proficiency and preventative maintenance. · Understands performs and documents all phases of donor medical and physical eligibilitysuitability assessments. · Performs audit functions related to all essential job accountabilities. · Performs blood collection which includes preparing venipuncture site utilizing appropriate equipment collecting samples completing paperwork and computer functions specific to whole collections. · Performs automated blood and component apheresis procedures completing paperwork and computer functions specific to automated collections. · Performs documents and takes appropriate action on QC. · Transports processes stores and modifies blood components and donor samples. · Documents exceptions deviations BPDs and reactions. · Schedules performs and documents all phases of component apheresis procedures. · Assists with donor recruiting education and community awareness programs. · Coordinate and document the major maintenance of the bloodmobile. EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS· Minimum of High School or GED required. · Basic computer knowledge ability to operate a PC createsaveprint documents input data · Minimum of 1 month of experience in a donor center laboratory or clinical setting as a Phlebotomist or in a medical environment I.e. paramedic medical assistant physicians office preferred. · Basic Life Support BLS certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.