Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati, Hoxworth Blood Center (HBC) is recruiting for several Advanced Level Phlebotomist/Donor Care Technicians, Level 2 positions. FULL & PART TIME POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE (24-40 hours per week). The intended candidate(s) will register and screen prospective blood donors and process blood donors on our Mobile Units (Units meet in Clifton, OH) and/or at our Neighborhood Donor Centers, including Anderson, OH; Blue Ash, OH; Central (Clifton, OH); North (West Chester, OH); Tri-County (Springdale, OH); West (Western Hills, OH); and Fort Mitchell, KY.  The intended candidate for the Level 2 position, must have at least one year of recent phlebotomy experience.

Varying shifts are available. Occasional holiday and rotating weekend shifts are required.
 
This position requires friendly, patient, reliable individuals that will be responsible for taking vital signs, performing venipuncture, and providing post-donation care for our community of volunteer blood donors. Experience in customer service and phlebotomy is ideal; excellent communication skills, a focus on quality, and the ability to work a flexible schedule are essential. This position offers opportunities for career advancement, mentorship, and continued education.

Saving lives is no easy task, but at Hoxworth Blood Center, it's what we do every day and we're looking for positive, professional individuals to join our team and help advance our lifesaving mission. If you're a detail-oriented individual with experience in customer service, an interest in the field of medicine, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of others, then we invite you to apply for a position at Hoxworth Blood Center.

Essential Functions

• Guide donors through the process and provide education opportunities throughout the experience.
• Obtain and update registration information prior to donation according to established departmental procedures.
• Obtain thorough and accurate donor medical histories to determine donor eligibility.
• Perform documentation to meet regulatory and HBC procedures and guidelines.
• Correctly perform, record, and evaluate all Quality Control of equipment for collection operation. Ensure equipment is clean and in good working condition. 
• Determine suitability of prospective donors based upon evaluation of health history and physical findings. Document records concurrently, ensure all records are complete, legible, and accurate.   Accurately label collection bags, component collections containers, and records with unique identifying number for each donor.
• Select vein, prepare venipuncture site, and perform phlebotomy for whole blood component collections. Appropriately discontinue whole blood and component collection and fills pilot tubes. Recognize and appropriately manage adverse donor reactions.
• Store whole blood and blood components according to standard procedures.
• Perform the duties of the receptionist in his/her absence.
• Maintain clean and orderly donor area.
• Answer the telephone, direct calls appropriately, and initiate calls to assist with donor scheduling.
• Maintain appropriate computer skills as required.
• Float to all HBC sites or mobiles as assigned.
• Responsible for set-up and dismantling of blood collection equipment in according to established plan.
• Stock supplies in designated locations as needed.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Required Trainings/Certifications

Valid driver's license with an acceptable record.

Required Experience

One (1) year of relevant work experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• A relative medical certification.
• Two (2) years relevant work experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment