"Entry Level Phlebotomist/Donor Care Technician 1, Hoxworth Blood Center, Donor Services"

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati, Hoxworth Blood Center (HBC) is recruiting several Entry Level Phlebotomists/Donor Care Technicians, Level 1, in the Donor Services Division, to register and screen prospective blood donors and process blood donors.

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.

Starting Pay Rate: Entry Level/Donor Care Technician 1 - $19.20 per hour
Shift: Varies by designated work location. Shift differential pay is available!
Hours: 32-40 hours per week (80-100 FTE%) based on location need.

The incumbent would be assigned at a designated Hoxworth Blood Center Neighborhood Donor Center or on a Mobile Operation Unit. Our locations include:
Anderson, OH; Blue Ash, OH; Central (Clifton, OH); North (West Chester, OH); Tri-County (Springdale, OH); West (Bridgetown North, OH); Ft. Mitchell, Ky; Mobile Unit - Originate at Clifton Location

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.
• Determines suitability of prospective donors based upon evaluation of health history and physical findings
• Perform all documentation including reviews, either electronic or manual to meet regulatory and HBC procedures and guidelines.
• Correctly perform, record, and evaluate all Quality Control (QC) of equipment for collection operation.
• Selects vein, prepares venipuncture site, performs phlebotomy for whole blood component collections.
• Maintains a successful phlebotomy rate as defined by the division.
• Recognizes and appropriately manages adverse donor reactions.
• Performs the duties of the receptionist in his/her absence.
• 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

Six (6) months customer service experience

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Sitting - Seldom
• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
• Hearing, listening - Often
• Talking - Often
• Standing - Often
• Walking - Often
• Bending - Often
• Stooping - Often
• Climbing stairs/ladders - Seldom
• Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
• Crouching - Seldom
• Reaching overhead - Often
• Pulling, pushing - Often
• Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often
• Lifting - up to 50 pounds - Seldom
• Lifting - over 50 pounds - Seldom

Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)
6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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