Apheresis Automation Phlebotomist

Description

Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Are you interested in working for a nonprofit organization that values safety, teamwork, and stewardship? 

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is seeking a skilled and donor-focused Apheresis Automation Phlebotomist to join our team in Jacksonville, Florida.

What You'll Be Responsible For 

As an Apheresis Automation Phlebotomist, you’ll support the blood donation process by conducting donor physicals, determining donor eligibility, and collecting blood using automated technology. You’ll help donors feel informed and supported while following LifeSouth’s procedures.

What You'll Do 

• Perform phlebotomy and collect blood donations in accordance with LifeSouth’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Use automated instruments to collect blood, following required training
• Register donors in LifeSouth’s computer system and accurately verify donor identification throughout the donation process
• Conduct donor interviews and physicals to determine donor eligibility
• Encourage eligible donors to participate in automated blood collection when appropriate
• Assist with donor recruitment, telephone outreach, and rescheduling
• Provide professional service to donors and other internal and external customers
• Collect blood using Trima or Alyx automated collection technology after completing required training 

What You’ll Need 

• High school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation; must meet and maintain LifeSouth’s driver eligibility requirements 
• Experience with automated blood collections using Trima or Alyx technology
• Proficiency in a variety of computer software applications
• Strong teamwork and verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents, including procedure manuals
• Ability to work a varied schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

 Preferred Skills and Experience 

• At least one year of phlebotomy experience
• Previous customer service experience
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Our 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
• Medical premium discount based on rate of pay
• 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
• CDL bonus program
• Bonus program for collections
• Holiday premium paid 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 $17.00 - $18.70 an hour. Criminal background check 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.