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 insuranceEmployee Assistance Program401K retirement savings plans + 5% company matchFree basic life and AD&D insuranceFree short-and-long-term disability insuranceHSA and FSAPaid 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.
High School Diploma or Equivalent is requiredPossess and maintain a valid Illinois state Class B or D Driver’s License, CDL with Air Brake Endorsement is highly preferredAbility to understand, read, write and communicate in English is required.Safe driving history is requiredCustomer Service experience is requiredProfessional driving experience (box and full-size van) preferred Willingness to join Teamsters 727 UnionMust be 21 years of age Able to pass DOT Physical OR currently have DOT Medical Card (must maintain DOT requirements)Can lift up to 100 pounds (with the assistance of a hand cart)