Phlebotomist

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services.

About the role

This is a full-time position based in Decatur, AL. The starting salary range is $15.50 - $17.05 an hour. A criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen are required upon conditional offer of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomies and collect blood from donors according to LifeSouth Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Collect blood using automated instruments (once trained).
• Register donors for blood collection in the LifeSouth computer system (IBBIS).
• Determine donor eligibility based on the results of the donor interview and physical process.
• Accurately identify donors in every step of the donation process.
• Assist in recruitment, tele-recruitment, and rescheduling of donors.
• Convert donors to automated technology (apheresis) when appropriate.
• Provide the highest level of customer service to both internal and external customers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license. Must also meet and maintain LifeSouth driver’s eligibility requirements.
• Proficient in a variety of computer software applications.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Previous customer service experience preferred.
• CDL holders preferred; additional compensation available.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days.
• Medical premium discount based on rate of pay.
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth.
• Free basic life insurance for full-time employees.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period.
• Employer-funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered.
• Access to wages prior to pay day.
• CDL bonus program.
• Bonus program for collections.
• Holiday premium paid on certain holidays.

Pay

$15.50 - $17.05 an hour.

Schedule

Varied schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.