Phlebotomist - $19.50

About the role

Performs phlebotomy and collection procedures and processes 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 role includes obtaining medical history and vitals from donors and/or patients, displaying excellent customer service, and assisting with the recruitment of potential apheresis and bone marrow donors.

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 toward all customers
• Assists with the recruitment of potential apheresis and bone marrow donors
• Performs other duties as assigned, if such functions are a logical assignment to the position

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 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

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds); assistance may be required for heavier objects
• Tasks may involve climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking, standing, and manual dexterity in operating phlebotomy equipment

Environmental Requirements

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Functions are regularly performed inside and/or outside with potential exposure to adverse conditions, such as inclement weather, atmospheric elements, and pathogenic substances
• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• 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