Phlebotomist - Mobile Blood Drives - Milwaukee, WI (Paid Training)
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$17.36/hrFull-time
About the Role
Versiti is a unique organization that combines the power of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine to save lives. As a Specialist, Donor Driver, you'll play a vital role in our mission by performing phlebotomy collections, interacting with donors, and ensuring a safe and efficient mobile drive experience.
Responsibilities
- Operate a full-size commercial van/Promaster, following DOT guidelines, to transport staff, supplies, and equipment.
- Load/unload supplies and set up mobile sites, including technology systems and quality control.
- Perform donor screening, mini-physicals, and phlebotomy, ensuring a positive and respectful donor experience.
- Respond to donor inquiries, requests, and complaints in a timely and professional manner.
- Conduct automation (Alyx and/or Trima) procedures, recognizing and responding to reactions, and recruiting donors for automation.
- Maintain product integrity, perform routine equipment maintenance, and complete department records.
- Observe donors for reactions and provide reaction care as needed.
- Rebook donors for future appointments and assist with additional tasks as required.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 1-3 years of relevant people-facing experience preferred; less than 1 year of job-related experience required.
- Knowledge of standardized work routines, general facts, and simple equipment operation.
- Ability to read and interpret documents, apply judgment, and organize work for productive workflow.
- Strong communication, empathy, and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work independently and adapt to changing needs.
- Valid in-state driver's license and cargo certification required.
Skills
- Proficiency with navigation systems, personal computers, and general office equipment.
- Experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Familiarity with screening equipment (lancet, BP cuff, temperature probe, hemoglobin analyzer) and phlebotomy collection tools (blood mixer, Trima, Alyx).
Schedule
After 8 weeks of paid training, availability is required from 4:00am-10:00pm, including weekends and holidays. Schedules are posted 2-3 weeks in advance, with 5 days on and 2 days off. Full-time hours range from 32-40 hours per week.
Pay
The target salary for this position is $17.36 per hour, with skill-based percentage increases offered after training. Additional compensation is available for bilingual (Spanish) certification.
Benefits
- 8 weeks of paid training.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 7% 401(k) match.
- Generous PTO policy and holidays.
- Shift differentials for evenings and weekends.
- Voluntary programs and discount offers.