Phlebotomist

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITY

The Phlebotomist 1 position provides a vital link in the procurement of a safe quality blood product. Essential functions of the Phlebotomist 1 are to assist in smooth and efficient donor flow, to determine donor acceptability, to perform sterile venipuncture, collection of blood products, provide excellent customer service and ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures throughout the entire donation process.

Regular full time attendance is required during operational hours

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college a plus

EXPERIENCE

6 months to 1 year of general work experience, or education in medical field that includes comparable experience, such as an internship or externship

Customer service experience required. Intern and/or externship experience will satisfy this requirement

Previous blood banking experience or medical field experience a plus

Prefer background in a highly regulated industry

Bilingual skills and CDL driver a plus

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Computer knowledge

Excellent customer service

Good verbal/written communication skills

Self-motivated and positive with ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere

Detail-oriented in regards to document review (completeness, accurate, and legibly written), able to prioritize, and manage multiple tasks

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to move about the work area to handle donors and access equipment, including standing, sitting, walking, stooping and working in confined spaces and narrow aisles

Ability to ascend and descend stairs/steps to enter and exit the transport vehicles as well as the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend in order to set up blood collection equipment and access the equipment during use

Must be able to communicate with donors in order to obtain medical history and monitor the donor during donation. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

Ability to move and set up the blood collection equipment/supplies weighing up to 25 pounds daily and partner carry all items over 25 pounds and up to 50 pounds; as well as periodically assist donors who are experiencing a reaction (Donor Center Phlebotomists)

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