Phlebotomist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Job summary

Vitalant is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our mobile blood drives based in San Luis Obispo, CA. You will greet donors, perform blood draws after paid training, and manage donor information while traveling between locations.

Training is provided, and no prior phlebotomy experience is required. The role includes setup and teardown of equipment, transport of blood products, and working with supportive managers to advance your career.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 in your career and success.
• Set up, operate, and break down equipment at mobile blood drives.
• Package and transport blood products according to established procedures.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Phlebotomist### PhlebotomistApply: Onsite: CA San Luis Obispo: CA Santa Maria: Full time: Posted Today: R26\\_0000003072At 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.**Compensation Considerations:**Under direct supervision, this position is responsible for performing all duties related to the efficient, safe, and compliant collection of blood and blood products. The position works collaboratively as a member of the team and in alignment with the values of the organization. The duties include performing interviews and whole blood phlebotomy. Interest in driving large vehicle with provided training is appreciated. Some travel is required. Available schedule is Friday through Thursday with set days off Tuesday and Wednesday.**Work Shift (if applicable):**Shift 1 (United States of America)**Job Description:**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 Sab 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 StreetSuite 100San Luis Obispo, CA 93401**Job Category:**Phlebotomy Services**Contact 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.### About UsVitalant is one of the nation's largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, providing hospitals and patients across the U.S. a safe blood supply, specialized laboratory services, transfusion medicine expertise and world-renowned reserach. Vitalant provides blood and special services to patients in more than 900 hospitals across the U.S. and host approximately 60,000 blood drives annually.Vitalant is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please send us an email to [e-mail] to let us know the nature of your request.