Phlebotomist Driver (College Station, TX)

Be a Lifesaver. Build a Meaningful Career. Are you passionate about helping others and delivering exceptional customer experiences? Join our team of everyday heroes as a Phlebotomist Driver, where your work directly supports patients and hospitals by helping ensure a safe and reliable blood supply for our communities.

About the role

In this dynamic role, you will travel to mobile blood drive locations, engage with diverse donors, and perform critical blood collection procedures in a professional, compassionate, and safety-focused environment. As a key member of our donor collections team, you will be responsible for donor screening, blood collection, donor care, and supporting mobile blood drive operations from setup through breakdown. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with people, thrive in changing environments, and are committed to making a meaningful impact every day.

Successful candidates must possess a valid Texas driver's license in good standing and demonstrate the ability and willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within one (1) year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Donor Screening, Collection & Care – 55%
  • Perform donor registration verification, health history review, and pre-donation screening in accordance with established procedures.
  • Conduct venipuncture and blood collection procedures utilizing approved phlebotomy techniques.
  • Monitor donors throughout the donation process and provide post-donation care and instructions.
  • Identify, respond to, and escalate donor reactions or non-routine situations as appropriate.
  • Ensure donor safety, comfort, and satisfaction throughout the donation experience.
• Customer Service & Donor Experience – 20%
  • Deliver exceptional customer service to donors, volunteers, and community partners.
  • Create a welcoming and professional environment that promotes donor retention and engagement.
  • Educate donors regarding the donation process and address questions or concerns.
  • Represent the organization positively at mobile blood drives and community events.
• Mobile Blood Drive Operations – 15%
  • Assist with loading, unloading, transportation, setup, and breakdown of equipment and supplies at mobile collection sites.
  • Prepare donation areas to meet safety, operational, and quality requirements.
  • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of collection equipment and workspaces.
• Documentation, Compliance & Quality – 5%
  • Accurately complete donor records and required documentation in a timely manner.
  • Adhere to all regulatory requirements, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and quality standards.
  • Maintain confidentiality and safeguard donor information.
• Training & Team Collaboration – 5%
  • Participate in required training, continuing education, and competency assessments.
  • Maintain proficiency in blood collection procedures and equipment operation.
  • Support team members to ensure efficient workflow and successful blood drive operations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Phlebotomy Certification strongly preferred.
• EMT Certification or licensure in a related healthcare field preferred.
• Minimum six (6) months of phlebotomy experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience performing venipuncture, donor screening, and blood collection procedures preferred.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with diverse populations.
• Valid Texas Driver's License with an acceptable driving record that meets organizational standards.
• Ability and willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within one (1) year of employment.
• Ability to work in a mobile environment, including travel to various blood drive locations and assisting with equipment setup and breakdown.
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed procedures, maintain accurate records, and comply with safety and regulatory requirements.

Physical Demands

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

• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Employees are required to be familiar with and abide by the team lift requirements as specified in the Safety Program.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions when loading and unloading equipment at mobile sites, toxic or caustic chemicals, and blood and/or blood components, as well as other bio-hazardous material.
• Frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of radiation.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Job duties involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood with a risk of exposure to Hepatitis and HIV.

Schedule

This position offers two days off each week, and a flexible schedule based on blood drive operations. Shifts may vary and can start as early as 5:00 AM or end as late as 10:00 PM, making it ideal for individuals who can adapt to changing schedules and enjoy the excitement of a mobile work environment.

Benefits

• Career advancement opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Engaging and exciting opportunity to save lives.

About Us

Since 1975, Gulf Coast Blood has been one of the nation’s largest community blood centers, serving 170 hospitals across 26 counties. Headquartered in Houston, we support the world’s largest medical complex—the Texas Medical Center—while operating 18 donor centers and hosting more than 7,000 mobile blood drives each year. As an FDA-accredited nonprofit, we provide high-quality human cellular material for both scientific and therapeutic use.