Blood Drive Phlebotomist Team Leader

OneBlood is looking for Phlebotomist Team Leaders for our Mobiles Team in Hickory, NC. No phlebotomy experience or certifications required! We provide full phlebotomy training as well as resources to obtain your CDL and CDL training.

Overview:

Performs phlebotomy and collection procedures and processes related to the collection of blood and/or blood components from donors according to the organization’s policies and procedures, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, and American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) standards. If assigned to mobiles, responsible for driving the blood mobile.

COMPENSATION:

• Competitive Pay: $18.00 per hour
• $3-$5 hourly shift differential if assigned to Mobiles
• When trained to drive the Big Red Bus, an $1 extra will be added to base pay
• Access to pay before pay day
• Paid on-the-job training
• Full Benefit package (Health, Dental, Vision Insurance)
• PTO and Retirement Package
• Education Assistance

Responsibilities:

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the duties and responsibilities performed within this classification.

• Provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to the collection staff during Blood Drives or at branches; including assignment of meal/break periods
• Ensures that staff follow applicable Policies and Procedures
• Obtains medical history and vitals from donors and/or patients
• Performs phlebotomy and collection procedures to collect blood or blood components
• Completes beginning and end of shift responsibilities including review of all donor records and regulated documents for accuracy and completion
• Assists with the recruitment of all donors including potential apheresis and platelet candidates and supports collection goals including ALYX conversions and split rates
• Ensures all equipment is operational and necessary supplies are available to conduct Blood Drives or branch operations
• Monitors deferrals and performance to identify training needs or equipment issues
• Ensures excellent customer service and professionalism towards all customers including communication to Donor Recruitment staff regarding issues and concerns on Blood Drives
• If assigned to mobiles, drives a bloodmobile and other collection vehicles, as assigned, to and from collection sites.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or equivalent and six months of related experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND DESIGNATIONS:

If assigned to work on mobiles, successfully passing, CDL pre-qualifications, training and obtaining a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) is required. CPR Certification required. Must have a clear and valid Driver's License.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Ability to read, understand and follow documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to organize work for timely completion
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to speak, write, read, and understand English
• Basic computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to commute with personal transportation
• Ability to operate and drive a mobile, box truck or van to designated site locations, if assigned to mobiles
• Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, as dictated by business needs, including weekend, holidays and overtime when necessary

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Tasks involve lifting, carrying, pushing and/or of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds). Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, walking, standing for extended periods of time. If assigned to work on mobiles, tasks also include driving a large vehicle.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Functions are regularly performed inside and/or outside with potential for exposure to adverse conditions, such as inclement weather, atmospheric elements and pathogenic substances. Performance of this job could expose the employee to blood-borne pathogens.

OneBlood is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability/Other Protected Categories

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• We also provide full training on driving the Big Red Bus. When fully trained, we provide a $1 increase to the base pay. We require 7 years of general good driving history and a valid driver's license. Would you meet these qualifications and be interested in being trained to drive the Big Red Bus?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hickory, NC 28602: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person