Vitalant is currently seeking a Mobile Blood Drive Assistant/Driver (Union) in Rosemont, IL to facilitate the packing, transporting and assembling of equipment for on-location blood drives. This position will also be responsible for blood/blood product delivery to donor centers and on-location mobile blood drives, as well as mobile blood drive setup and teardown. Whether you are just starting your career, or if you’re new to the blood banking industry, we’re here to train, mentor, and help you grow!
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Responsible for packing, transporting and assembling equipment for on-location blood drives, and blood/blood products delivery and pickup from, hospitals, donor centers and mobile blood drives. Prepare units and tubes for transport. Ensure that blood/blood products are transported according to AABB standards and prescribed standard operating procedures. Ensure compliance with Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety Guidelines. Accurately completes all documents associated with the delivery/pick-up. Communicate effectively with internal and external customers. Report and resolve any customer concern or discrepancies. Maintain vehicle in a clean and smoke free manner. Complete daily driver log and route sheets. Completes and documents weekly vehicle inspection. Assist with the training of new drivers.
As a Union MUA (Mobile Unit Assistant) with Teamsters 727, you will use your customer service and fulfillment skills by providing accurate packing of inventory consisting of items needed for mobile blood drives. Every day you’ll be making a measurable difference in your community and surrounding areas by being an integral part of the mobile blood drive team!
What to Expect
Schedule: Hours and days vary
Pay: Starting at $17.75+ (depends on experience) + an additional $3 / hour for CDL
To help you stay energized, engaged, and inspired, we offer a full range of benefits for you and your dependents.
They include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K retirement savings plans + 5% company match
Free basic life and AD&D insurance
Free short-and-long-term disability insurance
HSA and FSA
Paid time off (after introductory period)
Plus, many other employee perks and programs!
We’re looking for someone who can:
Assemble (set-up) of on-location mobile blood drives.
Review trip sheet to determine and pack adequate supplies.
Load vehicle with all designated supplies/equipment, and assures all items on checklist are placed on the truck.
Under the direction of the Collections Supervisor, prepares collection site with essential equipment and supplies, assuring that supply levels are checked throughout the day for adequacy.
Brings any additional supplies/equipment in from the truck as needed or requested by the Collections Supervisor.
Maintains appearance of refreshment areas assuring proper levels throughout the day. Keeps aware of donor flow.
Handle all Blood Bags in accordance with SOP’s.
Pick up completed unit and tubes from phlebotomy area, taking care to assure a manageable amount is picked up at one time to avoid breakage. Packs and stores bags and tubes for pick up per SOP directives.
Assure all are ready for pick up at the designated time. Demonstrates appropriate handling of QNS units per SOP.
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High School Diploma or Equivalent is required
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Possess and maintain a valid Illinois state Class B or D Driver’s License, CDL with Air Brake Endorsement is highly preferred
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Ability to understand, read, write and communicate in English is required.
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Safe driving history is required
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Customer Service experience is required
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Professional driving experience (box and full-size van) preferred
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Willingness to join Teamsters 727 Union
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Must be 21 years of age
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Able to pass DOT Physical OR currently have DOT Medical Card (must maintain DOT requirements)
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Can lift up to 75-100 pounds (with the assistance of a hand cart)
About Us
Vitalant is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, providing hospitals and patients across the U.S. a safe blood supply, specialized laboratory services, transfusion medicine expertise and world-renowned research. We have a network of 115 donation centers across the U.S. and host approximately 60,000 blood drives annually. Vitalant provides blood and special services to patients in more than 900 hospitals across the U.S. where millions of people depend on blood donations from our generous donors.
Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Career@vitalant.org to let us know the nature of your request.
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