Phlebotomist
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers
- Opelika, Alabama, United States
- Opelika, Alabama, United States
About
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented, and goal-driven Phlebotomist to join our team in Opelika, AL. In this role, you'll play a vital part in the blood donation process by ensuring donors have a safe, positive, and professional donation experience while helping provide lifesaving blood products to patients in need. What You'll Do
Perform phlebotomies and collect blood from donors according to LifeSouth Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Collect blood using automated instruments (apheresis) once training is completed
Register donors in the LifeSouth computer system (IBBIS)
Determine donor eligibility through the donor interview and physical assessment process
Accurately identify donors throughout every step of the donation process
Assist with donor recruitment, tele-recruitment, and donor rescheduling efforts
Educate and convert donors to automated collection technology when appropriate
Maintain compliance with LifeSouth policies, procedures, and quality standards
Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers
What We're Looking For
High school diploma or GED
Ability to work a varied schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Valid driver's license and ability to maintain LifeSouth driver eligibility requirements
Proficiency with computer software applications and technology
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent customer service and teamwork skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals
Previous customer service experience preferred
CDL holders preferred; additional compensation available
What We Offer
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to full-time employees
Medical premium discount based on rate of pay
Access to mental wellness resources and telehealth counseling services
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 and 403(b) retirement savings plan
Access to earned wages prior to payday
CDL bonus program
Collections bonus program
Holiday premium pay on certain holidays
Who We Are LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 45 donor centers, 55 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our LifeSouth team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need. Our Mission To provide a safe blood supply that meets or exceeds the needs in each community we serve, and to provide a variety of services in support of ongoing and emerging blood and transfusion related activities. This is a full-time position. Starting salary range is $15.50 - $17.05 an hour. Criminal background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace. The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge, and training for the position.
LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). LifeSouth is an E-Verify employer.
If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.
Languages
- English
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