Donor Center Phlebotomist

Job Overview When you join our team you will be utilizing your healthcare and/or customer service skills to assist with every step of the blood collection process at our fixed site locations. This includes collaborating with your team to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for volunteer donors, and following all safety procedures while collecting lifesaving blood donations that are delivered to hospitals. The Red Cross offers paid phlebotomy training with the ability to grow your healthcare skills and career within the nation’s top humanitarian organization. To learn more about being a phlebotomist and the impact you can make in this position, watch this short video: rdcrss.org/lifesavingrole. Key Responsibilities Take the time to personally connect with donors, listen to their stories and help them understand how impactful their donation is. Collaborate with teammates to create a welcoming and friendly environment so our volunteer donors feel comfortable coming back again and again. Be detail oriented all day, every day. This ensures that the blood you collect meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused. Standard Schedule (Rockville, Maryland) Shift details: 4 x 10‑hour shifts; weekends required. Staff work a variable schedule which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. Schedule is provided two to three weeks in advance. Staff will work between the Donor Centers in DC; Woodbridge, VA; Manassas, VA; Lanham, MD; Fairfax, VA. Pay Information Starting rate $19.97/hour. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s degree or a combination of education and work experience is required. Minimum of one year customer service experience in a public setting is required. A current, valid driver’s license with a good driving record is required. Physical requirements may include the ability to lift, push or pull heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs, good manual dexterity, ability to sit or stand for long periods, and adapt to irregular hours and frequent schedule changes. Basic computer skills are required. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Qualifications Prior healthcare or phlebotomy experience (CNA, MA, EMT, etc.). Prior leadership experience. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts. PTO: Starting 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure. Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays. 401(k) with up to 6% company match. Paid Family Leave. Employee Assistance. Disability and Insurance: Short & Long Term. Service Awards and recognition. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws. The American Red Cross is a proud partner of AmeriCorps and its affiliates, providing employment opportunities to national service alumni. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, please refer to the organization’s website. #J-18808-Ljbffr