It has been increasingly difficult to recruit qualified blood bank technologists, a result of increasing activity here and the high level of demand for these individuals. Our employees are a potential resource of applicants for these positions. To receive payment, the referring employee must be currently employed with Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc., or Jefferson University Physicians.
Payments are taxable compensation and subject to appropriate tax reporting and withholding.
Eligibility Generally, all employees of Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc., Methodist Hospital, and Jefferson University Physicians are eligible to refer applicants under the program and potentially receive awards. Senior administration, blood bank positions in the chain of command of the vacant position, and Human Resources staff are not eligible for awards under this program. Also, no award will be payable if a position is filled by a current Jefferson Health System or University employee. Only specified vacancies will be eligible for award referrals. The Manager of Employee Selection and Placement and Methodist Hospital Human Resources Department are responsible for administration of the program and validating eligibility for bonus.