Phlebotomist

Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Do you enjoy helping others, working as part of a team, and providing exceptional customer service? LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented, and goal-driven Phlebotomist to join our team in Opelika, AL . In this role, you'll play a vital part in the blood donation process by ensuring donors have a safe, positive, and professional donation experience while helping provide lifesaving blood products to patients in need. What You'll Do Perform phlebotomies and collect blood from donors according to LifeSouth Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Collect blood using automated instruments (apheresis) once training is completed Register donors in the LifeSouth computer system (IBBIS) Determine donor eligibility through the donor interview and physical assessment process Accurately identify donors throughout every step of the donation process Assist with donor recruitment, tele-recruitment, and donor rescheduling efforts Educate and convert donors to automated collection technology when appropriate Maintain compliance with LifeSouth policies, procedures, and quality standards Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers What We're Looking For High school diploma or GED Ability to work a varied schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays Valid driver's license and ability to maintain LifeSouth driver eligibility requirements Proficiency with computer software applications and technology Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Excellent customer service and teamwork skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals Previous customer service experience preferred CDL holders preferred; additional compensation available What We Offer Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to full-time employees Medical premium discount based on rate of pay Access to mental wellness resources and telehealth counseling services 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 and 403(b) retirement savings plan Access to earned wages prior to payday CDL bonus program Collections bonus program Holiday premium pay 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 $15.50 - $17.05 an hour. Criminal background check, pre‑employment physical 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr