Phlebotomist - fixed site collections

LIFESHARE BLOOD CENTER • Alexandria, LA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

LifeShare is seeking a dependable Phlebotomist to join its team of blood collection specialists at a local donor center. The role provides excellent customer service while following established safety and quality guidelines and performing apheresis collection procedures to draw selected blood components from various donor categories. The Phlebotomist guides prospective donors through the donation process and provides post-venipuncture care, helping create a positive donor experience and cultivate returning donors to support a safe community blood supply.

Reporting to the Apheresis Supervisor, the Phlebotomist uses apheresis techniques to collect selected blood components from donors. The work includes obtaining demographic information and medical history, performing mini-physical examinations and venipunctures, and observing donors for reactions. The Phlebotomist creates a welcoming environment, delivers professional, high-quality customer service, and works collaboratively with the blood collection team while integrating LifeShare’s mission and values into daily decisions, behaviors, and actions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Either at least six months of service with LifeShare and successful completion of training on automated collections equipment, or at least one year of prior phlebotomy experience.
• Ability to read and use a computer to enter and retrieve donor data.
• Dependability, punctuality, effective communication skills, a positive approach toward donors and team members, and a passion for community service.

Responsibilities

• Perform apheresis collection procedures to draw selected blood components from donors.
• Obtain donor demographic information and medical history.
• Perform mini-physical examinations and venipunctures.
• Observe donors for reactions.
• Guide prospective donors through the donation process and provide post-venipuncture care.
• Provide professional, high-quality customer service and create a welcoming donor environment.
• Collaborate with the blood collection team and integrate LifeShare’s mission and values into daily work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED