Phlebotomist Job Opening

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking an individual to join our team as a Phlebotomist in Madison, AL. This position works as a phlebotomist and is responsible for duties related to taking blood donations and conducting donor physicals.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform phlebotomies and collect blood from donors according to LifeSouth Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

• Collect blood using automated instruments (once trained)

• Register donors for blood collection in the LifeSouth computer system (IBBIS)

• Determine donor eligibility based on the results of the donor interview and physical process

• Accurately identify donors in every step of the donation process

• Assist in recruitment, telerecruitment and rescheduling of donors

• Convert donors to automated technology (apheresis) when appropriate

• Provide the highest level of customer service to both internal and external customers

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

• This position requires open availability. Scheduling restrictions cannot be accommodated. Must be able to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends and holidays

• Valid driver’s license. Must also meet and maintain LifeSouth driver’s eligibility requirements

• Proficient in a variety of computer software applications

• Excellent teamwork skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Previous customer service experience

This is a full-time position. Starting salary range is $12.00 - $13.20 an hour. All offers of employment with LifeSouth are contingent upon applicants passing a pre-employment drug screen and/or physical examination and background check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/DFWP/Tobacco Free.

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).

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. If you have questions regarding the information contained in this job posting call 1-888-795-2707 and ask to speak to the Talent & Recruitment Coordinator. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.