Donor Center Phlebotomist

The American National Red Cross; Missouri; On-site; USD 23,480 - 33,441; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401K with up to 6% company match

Starting 15 days PTO

Job summary

The American National Red Cross is looking for a compassionate individual to join their team as a phlebotomist. In this role, you will assist with blood collection and create a welcoming environment for donors. Starting at $20.66/hour, this position offers paid training and opportunities for career growth.

The ideal candidate will have customer service experience and an associates degree or equivalent. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or a combination of education and work experience is required.
• Minimum of one year customer service experience in a public setting.
• A current, valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Connect personally with donors and help them understand the impact of their donation.
• Collaborate with teammates to create a welcoming environment.
• Be detail-oriented to ensure blood meets goals and safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Healthcare skills

Detail-oriented

Basic computer skills

Education

Associates degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview):

When you join our team you will be utilizing your healthcare and/or customer service skills to assist with every step of the blood collection process at our fixed site locations. This includes collaborating with your team to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for volunteer donors, and following all safety procedures while collecting lifesaving blood donations that are delivered to hospitals.

We offer paid phlebotomy training with the ability to grow your healthcare skills and career within the nation’s top humanitarian organization. To learn more about being a phlebotomist and the impact you can make in this position, watch this short video: rdcrss.org/lifesavingrole

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key Responsibilities):

• Take the time to personally connect with donors – listen to their stories and help them understand how impactful their donation is.
• Collaborate with your teammates to create a welcoming and friendly environment so our volunteer donors feel comfortable coming back again and again.
• Be detail-oriented all day, every day. This ensures that the blood you collect meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused.

Standard Schedule (Washington, Missouri)

• Variable hours 4 x 10-hour shifts.
• Some weekends required.
• To best meet the needs of our donors and community, staff work a variable schedule which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Schedule is provided two to three weeks in advance.

Pay Information

• Starting rate $20.66/hour. Pay may increase depending on experience.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications)

• Associates degree OR a combination of education and work experience is required.
• Minimum of one year customer service experience in public setting is required.
• A current, valid driver's license with a good driving record is required.
• Physical requirements may include the ability to lift, push or pull heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs, good manual dexterity, the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and adapt to long, irregular hours and frequent schedule changes are required.
• Basic computer skills are required. Must be proficient with Microsoft office applications.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications)

• Prior healthcare or phlebotomy experience (CNA, MA, EMT, etc.).
• Prior leadership experience.

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts.
• PTO: Starting 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure.
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays.
• 401K with up to 6% company match.
• Paid Family Leave.
• Employee Assistance.
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term.
• Service Awards and recognition.

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.