Phlebotomist

Vitalant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitalant is seeking an entry-level Phlebotomist to support donor care teams at community blood drives and donation centers in the Pittsburgh area. You will guide donors through the donation process and help collect blood and blood products that save lives.

No prior experience is required; paid training is provided. You will travel to regional drives within a 200-mile range and join a mission-driven team focused on donor safety and patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid in-state driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to travel up to 200 miles for blood drives.

Responsibilities

• Create an exceptional donor experience by welcoming, educating, and guiding donors through the donation process.
• Perform blood collections with a focus on donor safety, comfort, and confidence.
• Maintain accurate records and follow quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive company vehicles to mobile blood drive locations and set up equipment.
• Contribute to a mission-driven team ensuring blood is available where needed.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Team player

Reading procedures

Flexibility

Windows OS

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.Work Shift (if applicable):Shift 1 (United States of America)Job Description:Pay: $19.39 - $21.02 per hourSalary is commensurate with a candidate's direct Phlebotomy experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location.Start Date: November 9, 2026Schedule: Sunday through Saturday, Five days a week, variable hours between the hours of 6am-8pm based on business needs, Every other weekend required.Travel: You will assist Vitalant’s donor care team in setting up blood drives at locations withing a 200-mile range while creating comfortable, convenient, and consistent blood donation experiences for our donors. Every day you will help save lives and have a vital impact on your community.No prior experience is required. Paid training is provided.Looking for a career where you can help people, build valuable healthcare skills, and make a difference every day? As an entry level phlebotomist on our Blood Collections Team, you'll travel to regional blood drives and work directly with donors to collect blood and blood products that save lives. No previous blood collection experience is required. In this hands-on position, you'll guide donors through the donation process while collecting the blood and blood products that hospitals rely on every day.At Vitalant, Your Impact is Vital! We are looking for customer-focused people who want to make a difference in their communities. Whether your background is in retail, hospitality, food service, healthcare, education, banking, or another service-focused field, we'll provide the training and support you need to build a rewarding career.What You’ll DoEvery day brings a new opportunity to make a difference. Whether you're supporting a community blood drive or welcoming donors at a donation center, you'll play a hands-on role in connecting generous donors with patients who depend on blood and platelet donations. Every day you will:Create an exceptional donor experience by welcoming, educating, and caring for donors throughout the donation process.Perform blood collections while ensuring donor safety, comfort, and confidence.Maintain accurate records and follow all quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.Drive company vehicles of all sizes, set up and operate equipment at mobile blood drive locations.Contribute to a mission-focused team committed to ensuring blood is available whenever and wherever patients need it.Gain valuable experience, develop specialized skills, and have opportunities to pursue new challenges throughout Vitalant.BenefitsWhen you join Vitalant, you’ll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to making a difference together. As a team member, you'll have access to benefits and resources designed to support you, your family, and your future, because caring for our people is just as important as caring for our communities. Our total rewards package is designed around what matters most to you. Benefits include, but are not limited to:Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverageGenerous paid time off401(k) with 5% company matchTuition assistance and professional development opportunitiesCareer growth opportunitiesCompany-paid life insuranceEmployee recognition and rewards programsRequired QualificationsHigh School graduate or GEDValid in–state driver's license and suitable driving recordMust have personal reliable transportationEffective oral and written communication skills.Basic working knowledge of Windows operating system, keyboard usage and PC.Must be able to read and comprehend written procedures and instructions.Must be able to work flexible shifts, varied schedules, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.Must have good customer service and interpersonal skills.Ability to work in a team environment and participate as an active team member.Ability to travel, as required.#PHLEBLocation:875 Greentree Road Pittsburgh, PA 15220Job Category:Phlebotomy ServicesContact Information: [e-mail] you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together.