Mobile Phlebotomist (Paid Training)

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13821938 Overview:\ Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.\ \ Position Summary:\ Under direct supervision by department leadership, performs phlebotomy collection of whole blood and apheresis products. Interacts with donors and coordinators, providing a high level of customer service to deliver an excellent donation experience. Takes pride in and is committed to delivering high quality services. Works cooperatively and is a supportive member of the team/group. Contributes positively to the achievement of team objectives. Responsible for operating the mobile drive vehicle, loading and unloading supplies and transporting the mobile staff in a safe and efficient manner. The Specialist, Donor Driver plays an essential role in promoting and maintaining a collaborative and respectful team culture and contributes to a strong and engaging employee experience. The individual models teamwork, effective communication, and professionalism and fosters an environment where donors and colleagues feel safe, valued, and respected.\ \ Schedule:\ \ Must have availability from 4:00am-10:00pm, including weekends and holidays.\ Schedules are posted 2-3 weeks in advance.\ 5 days on 2 days off (days off are Friday/Saturday or Sunday/Monday)\ Full-time (32-40 hours/week)\ \ Total Rewards Package:\ Compensation\ The target salary for this position is $17.36/hour.\ \ 8 weeks paid Phlebotomy training\ Shift differentials for evenings/weekendsEvenings (after 6:00pm): $1.50/hourWeekends: $2.00/hour\ Skill based % increases offered for advanced phlebotomy skills training\ Additional Bilingual (Spanish) increase available after passing certification exam.\ The target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.\ \ Benefits\ Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.\ \ Responsibilities:\ \ Follows all DOT guidelines when operating full-size commercial van/Promaster, and safely transports staff, supplies, and equipment.\ Loads/unloads supplies and performs set up at the mobile site, including technology systems and quality control.\ Performs donor screening (collects donor histories), mini-physical, and phlebotomy.\ Treats donors with customer service excellence, presenting a positive image. Responds to customer inquiries, requests, and complaints with a timely and omplete response and escalates to leader when appropriate. Provides a service-centric donor experience by interacting with donors respectfully, compassionately, and professionally.\ May conduct automation (Alyx and/or Trima), including recognizing and responding to automation reactions. Recruits and converts donors for automation.\ Contributes to and upholds a positive team culture and employee experience by fostering teamwork, collaborating effectively, maintaining an encouraging environment, and by supporting coworkers through kind and respectful behaviors.\ Maintains product integrity and ensures proper identification of all donors, performs routine maintenance on equipment, and completes department records as needed. May prepare/pack units for transport.\ Observes donors for reactions, provides reaction care and assists other staff in handling reactions if needed.\ Rebooks donors for future donation appointments.\ May be subject to additional background checks as required by sponsor if asked to assist a mobile.\ Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification\ Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements\ Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures\ \ Qualifications:\ Education\ \ High School Diploma required\ GED required