Phlebotomist - $19.50

About the role

Performs phlebotomy and collection procedures related to the collection of whole blood (and/or blood components) from donors according to the organization’s policies and procedures, FDA regulations, and AABB standards.

The list of essential functions is intended to be representative of the duties performed within this classification and is not necessarily descriptive of any one position. Management may assign duties not listed if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Responsibilities

• Obtains medical history and vitals from donors and/or patients
• Performs phlebotomy and collection procedures to collect blood or blood components
• Displays excellent customer service and professionalism towards all customers
• Assists with the recruitment of potential apheresis and bone marrow donors

Requirements

• Ability to read, understand, and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to organize work for timely completion
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
• Ability to speak, write, read, and understand English
• Basic computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements

• Periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds)
• Tasks requiring moving objects of significant weight require assistance from another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment
• Tasks may involve climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking, standing, and manual dexterity in operating phlebotomy equipment

Environmental Requirements

• Functions are regularly performed inside and/or outside with potential exposure to adverse conditions, such as inclement weather, atmospheric elements, and pathogenic substances
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens is possible
• Work may involve close/small work spaces on mobile unit buses
• Vibration and motion are common on mobile unit buses
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate