Phlebotomist - Wauwatosa Donor Center (Paid Training)

Versiti•Wauwatosa, WI

About The Position

Overview Join Us as a Phlebotomist – Where Every Drop Counts At Versiti , we're more than just a workplace—we're a community driven by purpose. We’re a unique fusion of generous donors, scientific innovation, and precision medicine, all working together to recognize that the gift of blood and life is truly priceless. Home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute , Versiti is at the forefront of life-saving medical breakthroughs. Our team supports patients and healthcare providers across a wide spectrum—from transfusion medicine and stem cell therapies to oncology, genomics, and diagnostic lab services. Every role here, including our Phlebotomists, plays a critical part in improving lives. What You’ll Do: As a Phlebotomist with Versiti, you’ll be the friendly face and skilled professional donors count on. You’ll: Register donors and walk them through the donation process Conduct medical interviews to ensure donor eligibility Perform venipunctures and collect blood with care and precision Prioritize safety—for both donors and recipients Deliver exceptional customer service in every interaction This is more than just drawing blood—it’s about building trust, offering comfort, and making a direct impact on someone’s health journey. What You Can Expect: Open availability is required between 4:00 AM and 10:00 PM , including weekends You’ll be scheduled for 8 to 10-hour shifts , and schedules are provided 2–3 weeks in advance Please note that schedules may change depending on operational needs Paid training is included: 4 weeks in a classroom setting followed by 4 weeks of hands-on, alternating field training Attendance during the full 8-week training period is required At Versiti, you’ll find purpose, connection, and a chance to grow within a mission-driven organization. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused role—we’d love to hear from you. Position Summary Under direct supervision by department leadership, performs phlebotomy collection of whole blood and apheresis products. Interacts with donors and coordinators, providing a high level of customer service to deliver an excellent donation experience. Takes pride in and is committed to delivering high quality services. Works cooperatively and is a supportive member of the team/group. Contributes positively to the achievement of team objectives. Incumbent may be responsible for driving, or providing effective interactions with Spanish speaking donors depending on qualifications and business need. Total Rewards Package Benefits Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Less than 1 year of job-related experience. required
Knowledge of standardized work routines and methods, general facts and information and/or the use of simple equipment, machines and materials. Knowledge is usually acquired through training on the job. required
Ability to read and interpret documents such as Standard Operating Procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other department manuals. required
Must have basic mathematical aptitude. required
Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions. required
Ability to organize work to provide productive work flow. required
Has strong attention to detail. required
Must have good communication skills, including the ability to provide feedback to peers, and flexibility to work independently and with a team. required
Ability to learn/utilize computer applications such as Ceridian, Hemasphere, Oracle, and HemaTerra required

Nice To Haves

1-3 years relevant people facing experience preferred
Driver's License preferred
SBA - Spanish Bilingual Assistance Certificate preferred

Responsibilities

Prepares collection site and performs set up, including technology systems (may include quality control).
Performs donor screening (collects donor histories), mini-physical, and phlebotomy.
Observes donors for reactions, provides reaction care and assists other staff in handling reactions if needed.
May provide post-reaction care at mobile drives including assessing reactions for recovery, escorting donors and serving as liaison to coordinate care with host organization (e.g. high school nurse, drive coordinator.
Conducts automation (Alyx and/or Trima), including recognizing and responding to automation reactions.
Recruits and converts donors for automation.
Rebooks donors for future donation appointments.
Understands and performs to all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements.
Recognizes when the customer is distressed and responds appropriately with tact.
Creates a safe environment for donors and staff members.
Treats donors with customer service excellence, presenting a positive image.
Responds to customer inquiries, requests and complaints with a timely and complete response and escalates to leader when appropriate.
May prepare and pack units for transport.
Maintains product integrity and ensures proper identification of all donors, performs routine maintenance on equipment, and completes department records as needed.
May be eligible for additional "Skill" based pay (Driving, Language, etc), based on employee qualifications and business need.
Requires evening, weekend and holiday work hours, and travel to other local collection sites as determined by business need.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures

Benefits

Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification.
Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.

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