Phlebotomist

No experience in phlebotomy required - We will train you!

 
Versiti was founded with the belief that together, our blood centers can better serve patients’ urgent need for life-saving healthcare. We love what we do, and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join the Versiti family.

Learn more about the position at www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLjeFLYBVaU

What you can expect in this position:
We’re looking for individuals with excellent customer service skills and an interest in blood banking to work directly with our volunteer donors and collect life-saving blood products.
 

We train all of our phlebotomists in the techniques that will help them advance their careers in healthcare. To get you started on your journey, we begin with an 8-week paid training program. This includes 4-weeks of classroom training and 4-weeks of mentorship with an established phlebotomist.

What Phlebotomist will do:

• Performs phlebotomy collection of whole blood and apheresis products.
• Prepares collection site and performs set up, including technology systems (may include quality control).
• Performs donor screening (collects donor histories) and mini-physical.
• Interacts with donors and coordinators, providing a high level of customer service to deliver an excellent donation experience.
• Works cooperatively and is a supportive member of the team/group.
• Understands and performs to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Responds to customer inquiries, requests and complaints with a timely and complete response and escalates to leader when appropriate.
• Observes donors for reactions, provides post-reaction care including, assessing reactions for recovery, escorting donors, and serving as liaison to coordinate care with host organization (e.g. high school nurse, drive coordinator.
• Rebooks donors for future donation appointments.
• Travel to companies, schools, churches and organizations in the area for public blood drives
• Creates a safe environment for donors and staff members.
• Maintains product integrity and ensures proper identification of all donors.
• Completes department records and maintains organization, as needed.

When Phlebotomist will work

• The good news! Staff schedules are posted 2-3 weeks in advance!
• Full-time opportunity (32-40 hours weekly) with full benefits!
• To serve our community, you will work a variable schedule including early mornings, late days/evenings, weekends and holidays

What’s in it for you?

• Complete insurance coverage – medical, dental, vision, life
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Wellness program

Skills and Knowledge:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record
• Reliable transportation to and from work location
• Ability to work a variable schedule including early mornings, late days/evenings, weekends and holidays
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to work and interact effectively with peers, donors and the general public
• A proven track record of customer service excellence and reliability
• On the job knowledge of standardized work routines and methods, general facts and information and/or the use of simple equipment, machines and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as Standard Operating Procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other department manuals.
• Must have basic mathematical aptitude.
• Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions.
• Ability to organize work to provide productive workflow.
• Flexibility to work independently and with a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills, including the ability to provide feedback to peers.
• Ability to learn/utilize computer applications such as Ceridian, Hemasphere, Oracle, and HemaTerra.

Additional Information:

• Personal Computer (desktop, laptop, tablet).
• General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine).
• Vehicle navigation system.
• Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Screening equipment including: Lancet, Sphygmomanometer (BP cuff), Temperature probe, & Hemoglobin analyzer
• Phlebotomy collection equipment including: Blood mixer, Trima, & Alyx

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical demands: Daily tasks include a mixture of standing, sitting, and walking. Hand-eye coordination with significant manual dexterity and frequent repetitive hand motions. Reaching above the head and lifting up to 40-pound items occurs occasionally. Visual and hearing acuity to perform essential responsibilities. Looking at computer screens or small items is common.

Versiti was founded with the belief that together, our blood centers can better serve patients’ urgent need for life-saving healthcare. We love what we do, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join the Versiti family. We foster a diverse environment that affirms each employee’s dignity and worth, and we offer a chance to work with a team of compassionate people who provide lifesaving blood to our communities on a daily basis.

Our Mission:

We are Blood Health Innovators who enhance lives through discovery, diagnosis, and treatment.

Our Vision:

We will expand the frontiers of patient health through the integration of science, medicine, and service.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status

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