Apheresis Automation Phlebotomist

Lifesouth Community Blood Centers•Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is seeking a skilled, donor-focused Apheresis Automation Phlebotomist for its Jacksonville, Florida team. The role supports blood donation by conducting donor physicals, determining eligibility, and collecting blood using automated technology while helping donors feel informed and supported and following LifeSouth procedures. This full-time position has a varied schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays. Starting salary is $17.00–$18.70 per hour. A criminal background check and drug screen are required upon a conditional offer of hire.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; must meet and maintain LifeSouth’s driver eligibility requirements.
Experience with automated blood collections using Trima or Alyx technology.
Proficiency in a variety of computer software applications.
Strong teamwork and verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret documents, including procedure manuals.
Ability to work a varied schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of phlebotomy experience.
Previous customer service experience.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Perform phlebotomy and collect blood donations in accordance with LifeSouth Standard Operating Procedures.
Use automated instruments to collect blood after completing required training.
Register donors in LifeSouth’s computer system and accurately verify donor identification throughout the donation process.
Conduct donor interviews and physicals to determine donor eligibility.
Encourage eligible donors to participate in automated blood collection when appropriate.
Assist with donor recruitment, telephone outreach, and rescheduling.
Provide professional service to donors and internal and external customers.
Collect blood using Trima or Alyx automated collection technology after completing required training.

Benefits

Generous paid time off (PTO) plan.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to full-time employees starting the first of the month after 60 days.
Medical premium discount based on rate of pay.
Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth.
Free basic life insurance for full-time employees.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period.
Employer-funded retirement plan for vested employees; 403(b) offered.
Access to wages prior to payday.
CDL bonus program.
Bonus program for collections.
Holiday premium paid on certain holidays.