Phlebotomist - fixed site collections

Lifeshare Blood Center; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeShare Blood Center in Alexandria, LA is seeking a dependable Phlebotomist to join our donor center team. You will perform apheresis collection procedures and draw blood components from donors, while delivering excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, and either 6 months of LifeShare service with training on automated equipment or at least 1 year of phlebotomy experience; strong computer data entry skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of service with LifeShare and training on automated collections equipment, or 1 year of prior phlebotomy experience.
• Ability to read and use a computer to enter and retrieve donor data.

Responsibilities

• Perform apheresis collection procedures to draw blood components.
• Provide information to guide donors through the donation process.
• Deliver post-venipuncture care and maintain donor safety.
• Create a welcoming environment and contribute to a positive donor experience.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Customer service

Communication

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: ALEX - Alexandria, LA, Salary Range: Undisclosed, LifeShare is seeking a dependable Phlebotomist to join our team of blood collection specialists at our local donor center. Providing excellent customer service and following established safety and quality guidelines, the phlebotomist will perform apheresis collection procedures to draw selected blood components from various donor categories. They will also provide information to guide prospective donors through the donation process and provide post-venipuncture care. By creating a positive donor experience, the phlebotomist will help cultivate a pool of return donors and ensure a safe blood supply is available to our community during times of need.

Join us in our important mission to connect blood donors and the lives they impact!

Reporting to the Apheresis Supervisor, the phlebotomist utilizes apheresis technique to satisfactorily draw selected blood components from a donor. This includes obtaining demographic information and medical history, performing mini-physical examination, venipunctures and observing for donor reactions. They will create a welcoming environment for potential blood donors and deliver professional, high-quality customer service. The ideal candidate is dependable, punctual and has effective communication skills. They demonstrate a positive approach toward donors and other team members and have a passion for service to our community. The phlebotomist will work collaboratively as a member of the blood collection team, integrating LifeShare’s mission and values into daily decisions, behaviors and actions.

GIVE BLOOD. SHARE LIFE.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have completed 6 months of service with LifeShare and successfully completed training on automated collections equipment; or
• At least 1 year of prior phlebotomy experience
• Ability to read and use a computer to enter and retrieve donor data