Administrative Assistant at Vitalant in Tempe, Arizona

Job Description:

Description

Vitalant is where donors, talent and innovation meet to save and improve lives. We are the nation's largest independent, nonprofit blood services provider exclusively focused on providing lifesaving blood and comprehensive transfusion medicine services for about 900 hospitals and their patients across the U.S. We seek team members who want to make a difference in people's lives while furthering their careers. At Vitalant you can expect competitive compensation, paid time off and other benefits. Take your first step to joining our dedicated team by applying today.

Your impact as an Administrative Assistant is Vital. You will be supporting Vitalant's life saving mission by supporting the staff that schedules and coordinates our blood drives in Arizona.

Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401K + 5% company match


• Tuition assistance up to $5k per year


• Free basic life and AD&D insurance


• Free short-and-long-term disability insurance


• Paid time off


• Employee Resource Groups


• Recognition and perks

• Provide advanced clerical support (e.g., preparing reports, statistical spreadsheets, and assists with non-routine projects).


• Create publicity materials and postings on community social channels for awareness of upcoming blood drives.


• Support community event blood drives in the community and offer blood drive coverage as needed.


• Assist with Account Manager onboarding of system enhancements.


• Perform data entry and retrieval of information through the use of various software applications.


• Coordinate the incoming and outgoing distribution of mail, express mail/package services, inter-center mail, and/or other correspondence. Maintain records as required.


• Oversee or coordinate logistics of activities and meetings, to include set-up and audio-visual equipment.


• Maintains department supplies (e.g., forms, office supplies, etc.).


• Receive and route all incoming telephone calls. Screen and direct individuals to the appropriate staff member.


• Assist with special projects as needed.


• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education High School Graduate or GED. Associates Degree Preferred.

Experience Two years of related experience required.

Licenses/Certifications Required Valid in-state driver's license

Summary

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 Careers@vitalant.org to let us know the nature of your request.

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