Phlebotomist / Driver (Paid Training)

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.

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. Responsible for operating the mobile drive vehicle and transporting the mobile staff in a safe and efficient manner.

Compensation
The target salary for this position is $17.00

The target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.

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.

• Follows all DOT guidelines when operating full-size commercial van/Promaster, and safely transports staff, supplies, and equipment.
• Travels to other local collection sites, as determined by business need.
• 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 organizations (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.
• Requires evening, weekend, and holiday hours.
• 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

Education

• High School Diploma required
• GED required

Experience

• 1-3 years relevant people facing experience preferred
• Less than 1 year Typically requires less than 1 year of job-related experience. required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Valid drivers' license with prior driving 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 and strong attention to detail. required
• Ability to apply judgment to written or oral instructions. required
• Ability to organize work to provide productive work flow. required
• Flexibility to work independently and with a team. Must have good communication skills, including the ability to provide feedback to peers. required
• Ability to learn/utilize computer applications such as Ceridian, Hemasphere, Oracle, and HemaTerra. required

Licenses and Certifications

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Valid drivers' license with prior driving experience required

Tools and Technology

• Vehicle navigation system. required
• Personal Computer (desktop, laptop, tablet). required
• General office equipment (computer, printer, fax, copy machine). required
• Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). required
• Screening equipment including: * Lancet * Sphygmomanometer (BP cuff) * Temperature probe * Hemoglobin analyzer required
• Phlebotomy collection equipment including: * Blood mixer * Trima required