Phlebotomist in Cullman, Alabama at Lifesouth Community Blood Centers Inc

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented, and goal-driven individual to join our team as a Phlebotomist in Cullman, AL. In this role, you’ll help provide lifesaving blood products to hospitals and patients while ensuring donors have a safe and positive donation experience.

• Perform phlebotomies and collect blood from donors according to LifeSouth Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Collect blood using automated instruments once trained
• Register donors for blood collection in the LifeSouth computer system (IBBIS)
• Determine donor eligibility based on donor interview and physical assessment results
• Accurately identify donors throughout every step of the donation process
• Assist with donor recruitment, tele-recruitment, and donor rescheduling efforts
• Convert donors to automated technology (apheresis) when appropriate
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to work a varied schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Valid driver’s license required and must meet and maintain LifeSouth driver eligibility requirements
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals
• Proficiency in a variety of computer software applications
• Previous customer service experience preferred

• CDL holders preferred; additional compensation available

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days
• Medical premium discount based on rate of pay
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth
• 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) offered
• Access to wages prior to payday
• CDL bonus program
• Bonus program for collections
• 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 1-888-795-2707 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.