Donor Center Phlebotomist

American Red Cross • Lynchburg, VA

11d

About The Position

The Donor Center Phlebotomist supports the blood collection process at fixed-site locations, using healthcare and/or customer service skills to help donors through each step. The role involves creating a welcoming, comfortable environment for volunteer donors, following safety procedures, and collecting blood donations that are delivered to hospitals. Paid phlebotomy training is provided, with opportunities to build healthcare skills and develop a career at the American Red Cross.

The position is based in Lynchburg, Virginia, and follows a variable schedule of four 10-hour shifts. Work hours may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays; schedules are provided two to three weeks in advance. The listed pay rate is $20.81 per hour.

Requirements

• Associate degree, or a combination of education and work experience.
• At least one year of customer service experience in a public setting.
• Current, valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods and adapt to long, irregular hours and frequent schedule changes.

Nice To Haves

• Prior healthcare or phlebotomy experience, such as CNA, MA, or EMT experience.
• Prior leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Personally connect with donors, listen to their stories, and help them understand the impact of their donation.
• Collaborate with teammates to create a welcoming and friendly environment for volunteer donors.
• Collect blood donations while following safety procedures and ensuring collected blood meets goals and regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Health Spending Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• PTO starting at 15 days per year, based on job type and tenure.
• 11 paid holidays, comprising six core holidays and five floating holidays.
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match.
• Paid family leave.
• Employee assistance.
• Short- and long-term disability and insurance.
• Service awards and recognition.
• Paid phlebotomy training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree