Apheresis Tech
Boost your chances before you apply.
LifeShare Blood Center
Shreveport, LA, US
Summary
The phlebotomist performs apheresis collection procedures and provides post-venipuncture care to donors. They are responsible for obtaining medical histories, performing mini-physical exams, and ensuring a positive donor experience.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: SHV - Shreveport, LA, Salary Range: Undisclosed, LifeShare is seeking a dependable Phlebotomist to join our team of blood collection specialists at our local donor center. Providing excellent customer service and following established safety and quality guidelines, the phlebotomist will perform apheresis collection procedures to draw selected blood components from various donor categories. They will also provide information to guide prospective donors through the donation process and provide post-venipuncture care. By creating a positive donor experience, the phlebotomist will help cultivate a pool of return donors and ensure a safe blood supply is available to our community during times of need.
Join us in our important mission to connect blood donors and the lives they impact!
Reporting to the Apheresis Supervisor, the phlebotomist utilizes apheresis technique to satisfactorily draw selected blood components from a donor. This includes obtaining demographic information and medical history, performing mini-physical examination, venipunctures and observing for donor reactions. They will create a welcoming environment for potential blood donors and deliver professional, high-quality customer service. The ideal candidate is dependable, punctual and has effective communication skills. They demonstrate a positive approach toward donors and other team members and have a passion for service to our community. The phlebotomist will work collaboratively as a member of the blood collection team, integrating LifeShare’s mission and values into daily decisions, behaviors and actions.
GIVE BLOOD. SHARE LIFE.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must have completed 6 months of service with LifeShare and successfully completed training on automated collections equipment; or
At least 1 year of prior phlebotomy experience
Ability to read and use a computer to enter and retrieve donor data
LifeShare Blood Center regularly supplies blood components to approximately 100 medical facilities, primarily throughout Louisiana, east Texas and south Arkansas. Founded in Shreveport, LA in 1942, it is a nonprofit community service provider governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees. LifeShare is a member of America’s Blood Centers and the American Rare Donor Program, is licensed by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and accredited by AABB.
The Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) is one of only 66 AABB accredited IRL's in the world and a supplier of rare blood as a member of the American Rare Donor Program.
Our Scientific Support Services have a reputation for the use of molecular techniques to assist with complex BB investigations. They are one of just six AABB accredited molecular labs in the world and provide consultative services utilizing specialized testing to resolve the most difficult compatibility or serological problems including such specialized tests such as the monocyte-monolayer assay (MMA), which is performed by only four laboratories in the country.
Founded
1942
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Shreveport, LA
LifeShare Blood Center regularly supplies blood components to approximately 100 medical facilities, primarily throughout Louisiana, east Texas and south Arkansas. Founded in Shreveport, LA in 1942, it is a nonprofit community service provider governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees. LifeShare is a member of America’s Blood Centers and the American Rare Donor Program, is licensed by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and accredited by AABB.
The Immunohematology Reference Laboratory (IRL) is one of only 66 AABB accredited IRL's in the world and a supplier of rare blood as a member of the American Rare Donor Program.
Our Scientific Support Services have a reputation for the use of molecular techniques to assist with complex BB investigations. They are one of just six AABB accredited molecular labs in the world and provide consultative services utilizing specialized testing to resolve the most difficult compatibility or serological problems including such specialized tests such as the monocyte-monolayer assay (MMA), which is performed by only four laboratories in the country.
Founded
1942
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Shreveport, LA
