Phlebotomist

Oklahoma Blood Institute • Tulsa, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Our Blood Institute is seeking dependable, compassionate Phlebotomists to provide exceptional customer service and create a safe, comfortable, and positive blood donation experience. The role includes paid, on-the-job phlebotomy training; no previous phlebotomy experience is required. Phlebotomists support whole-blood and other collection services, follow applicable procedures and quality standards, and help donors throughout the donation process. The position is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and requires a varied schedule that may include early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work a varied schedule that includes early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Professional, dependable, and punctual.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable transportation and a working telephone.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework is a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish qualifies for additional pay.

Responsibilities

• Perform donor registration, vital signs, medical screening, phlebotomy, heat sealing, and related recordkeeping for whole-blood and other collection services.
• Perform duties for autologous, directed, therapeutic, testing, research, and other specialized blood collection services as assigned.
• Follow standard operating procedures and ensure blood products are collected according to quality standards established by regulatory agencies, including the FDA.
• Assist the supervisor with verifying and completing daily paperwork and documentation.
• Promptly communicate equipment concerns, venipuncture issues, donor questions or concerns, and other problems to the supervisor.
• Continually assess donor needs throughout the donation process.
• Recognize, evaluate, and assist with appropriate treatment of donor reactions.
• Educate donors about blood donation, including donation frequency and the importance of maintaining an adequate blood supply.
• Maintain a professional, safe, and welcoming environment for donors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• $5,000 annual tuition reimbursement.
• Annual uniform allowance.
• Shift differential and holiday pay.
• Tenure bonuses, including bonuses paid at 6 months, 1 year, and 3 years.
• Employee referral bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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