Phlebotomist

01 VITALANT; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Career development

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Vitalant is seeking aMobile Phlebotomist to conduct blood drives from a mobile bus and assist donors at local donation centers. The role includes paid training and travel within the service area, with hotels and meals covered during training in Ventura and San Luis Obispo, CA.

No prior phlebotomy experience is required; the focus is on caring, customer-focused individuals who want to make a meaningful impact in their community.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills to greet donors and assist with their needs.
• Ability to learn and perform phlebotomy procedures after paid training.
• Comfort working in a mobile drive environment and donation centers.

Responsibilities

• Greet donors and keep them comfortable and informed.
• Perform blood draws (paid training provided).
• Manage donor information accurately and efficiently.
• Receive coaching and support from managers investing in your career.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

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)

Pay: $21.00 - $22.30 per hour, plus a 5% Premium while working mobile locations

Salary is commensurate with a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location.

Start Date: 12/14/26

Schedule: Full-time ( Friday - Tuesday)

Travel: This position is based out of San Luis Obispo, CA. Training will be conducted in Ventura and San Luis Obispo, CA and it's for 10 weeks. Hotels and meals are covered.

No prior phlebotomy experience is required. Paid training is provided. At Vitalant, we hire caring, customer-focused people from all career backgrounds and provide the training needed to become a successful Mobile Phlebotomist. Many of our team members come from retail, hospitality, food service, healthcare support, education, banking, and other service-focused careers. If you enjoy helping people and making a meaningful impact in your community, we can teach you the technical skills.

What You'll Do

Most days you'll conduct a blood drive in one of our buses; other days you'll interact with donors at one of our local donation centers. Every day you will:

• Greet donors, keeping them comfortable and informed
• Perform blood draws (paid training provided)
• Manage accurate and organized donor information
• Receive coaching, encouragement, and support from caring managers who are invested your career and success
• Set up, operate, and break down equipment at mobile blood drives
• Package and transport blood products according to established procedures

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings with 5% company match
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• A commitment to work-life balance through generous paid time off, paid holidays, and wellness-focused benefit options
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Employee recognition and service award programs
• Discounted event tickets, gym memberships, Hinge Health support, and exclusive employee offers

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel throughout the service area, including overnight hotel stays
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends as needed

Location: 4119 Broad Street Suite 100 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Job Category: Phlebotomy Services

Contact Information: [e-mail]

If 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.