Opportunity Description
Satisfactorily draws a unit of whole blood from a donor via venipuncture. Requires constant interaction and contact with donors, other phlebotomists, other Blood Center staff, and the general public. Phlebotomists may work under the immediate direction of a Supervisor or more senior-level phlebotomist.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Interacts with prospective blood donors and other visitors, providing information about Center services and programs, answering questions about donor criteria and guiding prospective donors through the donation process.
2. Performs procedures associated with the collection of blood from various donor categories; includes obtaining demographic information and medical history, performing mini-physical examination, venipunctures, and observing donors for reactions.
3. Administers post venipuncture care to donors, ranging from serving refreshments to caring for donors who may have any type of reaction related to the blood donation process.
4. Prepa...