Phlebotomist /Collections Specialist I - Duluth
About The Position
This position involves donor screening, customer service, and whole blood collection. All protocols are clearly documented and taught using inclusive and recurring training sessions. A phlebotomist in this position might work at a fixed donor center location or at various community sites via mobile blood drives and will work with a variety of donors each shift. The schedule is variable, Monday - Friday with rotating weekends, and may include shifts between 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. as well as some overnight travel. Memorial Blood Centers, founded in 1948, has served Minnesota and Wisconsin for over 75 years, delivering more than 125,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 50+ hospitals, EMS, and healthcare partners. MBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which operates across 17+ states, delivering one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe also provides cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to numerous research, academic, and biopharmaceutical organizations, and its Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research. MBC is dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license required
- Reliable transportation to and from work assignments for local travel
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
- Willingness to work a variety of shifts
Nice To Haves
- Specialized training beyond high school such as phlebotomy, nursing assistant, medial assistant, EMT
- One year of college coursework
Responsibilities
- Assess and document vitals of presenting donors to determine eligibility
- Perform blood collection (phlebotomy) in accordance with applicable policies and safety procedures
- Provide excellent customer service and pre/post donation care as needed
- Assist with the setup of community blood drives including the safe loading/unloading of mobile units
- Perform cleaning tasks, including equipment cleaning
- Ensure accuracy, acceptability, and completeness of documentation to prevent loss of units
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and trainings
Benefits
- Sign On Bonus 2500!
- Comprehensive benefits (including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, and sick days)
- Opportunity to participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan with a generous employer contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
