Donor Center Phlebotomist

American Red Cross

Phlebotomist assisting at fixed site locations for blood collection. Utilizing healthcare and customer service skills within the world's largest humanitarian network.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeBlacksburg • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $22 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in blood collection processes while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for connecting with donors and fostering a welcoming environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Blood Collection ProcessCustomer Service ExperienceRegulatory ComplianceMicrosoft Office ProficiencyDetail Oriented

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Hard Skills

Blood CollectionCustomer ServiceBasic Computer SkillsManual DexterityPhysical Lifting

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

HealthcareVolunteer DonorsSafety ProceduresLifesaving Blood Donations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Utilizing your healthcare and/or customer service skills to assist with every step of the blood collection process at our fixed site locations.
Collaborating with your team to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for volunteer donors.
Following all safety procedures while collecting lifesaving blood donations that are delivered to hospitals.
Take the time to personally connect with donors – listen to their stories and help them understand how impactful their donation is.
Collaborate with your teammates to create a welcoming and friendly environment so our volunteer donors feel comfortable coming back again and again.
Be detailed oriented all day, every day. This ensures that the blood you collect meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree OR a combination of education and work experience is required.
Minimum of one year customer service experience in 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, the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and adapt to long, irregular hours and frequent schedule changes are required.
Basic computer skills are required.
Must be proficient with Microsoft office applications.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
401K with up to 6% company match
Paid Family Leave
Employee Assistance
Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
Service Awards and recognition