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University of Cincinnati Advanced-Level Phlebotomist / Donor Care Technician 2, Hoxworth Blood Center in Cincinnati, Ohio
Advanced-Level Phlebotomist / Donor Care Technician 2, Hoxworth Blood Center Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL You are invited to submit an application to be considered for a position with more than one opening. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department. Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion. Job Overview The University of Cincinnati, Hoxworth Blood Center (HBC) is recruiting for several Advanced Level Phlebotomist/Donor Care Technicians, Level 2 positions. FULL & PART TIME POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE (24-40 hours per week). The intended candidate(s) will register and screen prospective blood donors and process blood donors on our Mobile Units (Units meet in Clifton, OH) and/or at our Neighborhood Donor Centers, including Anderson, OH; Blue Ash, OH; Central (Clifton, OH); North (West Chester, OH); Tri-County (Springdale, OH); West (Western Hills, OH); and Fort Mitchell, KY. The intended candidate for the Level 2 position, must have at least one year of recent phlebotomy experience. Varying shifts are available. Occasional holiday and rotating weekend shifts are required. This position requires friendly, patient, reliable individuals that will be responsible for taking vital signs, performing venipuncture, and providing post-donation care for our community of volunteer blood donors. Experience in customer service and phlebotomy is ideal; excellent communication skills, a focus on quality, and the ability to work a flexible schedule are essential. This position offers opportunities for career advancement, mentorship, and continued education. Saving lives is no easy task, but at Hoxworth Blood Center, it's what we do every day and we're looking for positive, professional individuals to join our team and help advance our lifesaving mission. If you're a detail-oriented individual with experience in customer service, an interest in the field of medicine, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of others, then we invite you to apply for a position at Hoxworth Blood Center. Essential Functions Guide donors through the process and provide education opportunities throughout the experience. Obtain and update registration information prior to donation according to established departmental procedures. Obtain thorough and accurate donor medical histories to determine donor eligibility. Perform documentation to meet regulatory and HBC procedures and guidelines. Correctly perform, record, and evaluate all Quality Control of equipment for collection operation. Ensure equipment is clean and in good working condition. Determine suitability of prospective donors based upon evaluation of health history and physical findings. Document records concurrently, ensure all records are complete, legible, and accurate. Accurately label collection bags, component collections containers, and records with unique identifying number for each donor. Select vein, prepare venipuncture site, and perform phlebotomy for whole blood component collections. Appropriately discontinue whole blood and component collection and fills pilot tubes. Reco