LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking an outgoingindividual to join our team as a DonorServices Technician in Cottondale, AL.
About Us
LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than125 hospitals in Alabama, Florida and Georgia.We are committed tomeeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing thehighest quality blood components and services.With more than 30 donorcenters, 50 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our LifeSouth team isdedicated 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 ineach community we serve and to provide a variety of services in support ofongoing and emerging blood and transfusion related activities.
What You Will Own
This position works as a phlebotomist and isresponsible for duties related to taking blood donations and conducting donorphysicals.
Responsibilities Include (but not limited to)
- Perform phlebotomies and collect blood from donors according toLifeSouth 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 andphysical process
- Accurately identify donors in every step of the donation process
- Assist in recruitment, tele-recruitment and rescheduling of donors
- Convert donors to automated technology (apheresis) when appropriate
- Provide the highest level of customer service to both internal and externalcustomers
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be able to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends andholidays
- Valid driver's license. Must also meet and maintain LifeSouth driver'seligibility 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 CandidateWill Possess
- Previous customer service experience
- CDL holders preferred; additional compensation available
OUR BENEFITS- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan with opportunity to earn up to 200 hours per year
- Health, dental, vision insurance available after 60 days
- Supplemental Insurances including life, cancer, accident and disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period
- Retirement plan
- Wellness program with incentives and HSA rewards
This is a full-time position. Starting salary range is $15.00 - $16.50 anhour. Criminal background check, pre-employment physical and drug screenrequired upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative ActionEmployer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace.The position description may not include all the duties andresponsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed,but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scopeof the skills, knowledge and training for the position.
LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAAFederal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equalopportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender,disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any otherclassification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes,regulations and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify asLifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for openpositions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with theFamily Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during theinterview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where youare applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applicationsmay be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters inlieu of the on-line application process.
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