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, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, and American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) standards. 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, and assists with the recruitment of potential apheresis and bone marrow donors.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and collection procedures for whole blood and/or blood components.
• Obtain medical history and vitals from donors and/or patients.
• Display excellent customer service and professionalism towards all customers.
• Assist with recruitment of potential apheresis and bone marrow donors.
• Follow organization policies, FDA regulations, and AABB standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow 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 ability to perform moderately demanding work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or moving objects up to 50 pounds; may require assistance or equipment for heavier items.
• Ability to perform tasks involving climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking, standing, and manual dexterity for phlebotomy equipment operation.
• Ability to work inside and/or outside, with potential exposure to inclement weather, atmospheric elements, pathogenic substances, and blood-borne pathogens.
• Ability to work in close/small spaces on mobile unit buses, tolerate vibration and motion, and moderate noise levels.

Qualifications

No specific certificates, licenses, registrations, or designations are required.

Skills

• Reading comprehension of procedural documents.
• Report writing.
• Work organization and time management.
• Following instructions.
• Public speaking.
• Interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• English language proficiency.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).