Phlebotomist

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers • The Villages, FL

18h • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is seeking a friendly, dependable, and team-oriented Phlebotomist to join their team in The Villages, FL. This role involves working directly with blood donors to create a positive donation experience and support LifeSouth's mission of providing a safe blood supply to the communities they serve. The position is full-time with a starting salary range of $16.50 - $18.15 per hour. A criminal background check and drug screen are required upon conditional offer of hire.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet and maintain LifeSouth’s driver eligibility requirements
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, including days, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to make donors feel comfortable and cared for
• A team-oriented mindset and willingness to support coworkers in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain accuracy while performing multiple responsibilities
• Ability to read, understand and follow written procedures and instructions

Nice To Haves

• Previous customer service experience is preferred
• CDL holders are preferred, with additional compensation available

Responsibilities

• Provide a welcoming, positive experience for blood donors while helping support a lifesaving mission.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect blood from donors in accordance with LifeSouth procedures and safety standards.
• Conduct donor screenings, including interviews and physical assessments, to help determine eligibility.
• Register donors and accurately document information throughout the donation process.
• Learn to operate automated blood collection equipment and perform apheresis procedures once trained.
• Ensure donors are accurately identified at every step of the donation process.
• Educate donors about donation options and help identify opportunities for automated donations when appropriate.
• Support donor recruitment and retention by encouraging future donations and assisting with rescheduling.
• Work closely with your team to create a safe, efficient and positive donation experience.
• Perform phlebotomies and collect blood from donors according to LifeSouth Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days
• Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability
• 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 & 403b offered
• Access to wages prior to pay day

What This Job Offers

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