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

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

Parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan.

Posting

Start Date:

2/18/26

Work Arrangement:
Remote

Current UC employees must apply internally via Success Factors.

You are invited to submit an application to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.

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.

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.

• 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.
• Determine 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.
• Select vein, prepare venipuncture site, perform phlebotomy for whole blood component collections.
• Maintain a successful phlebotomy rate as defined by the division.
• Recognize and appropriately manage adverse donor reactions.
• Perform 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.

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver's license with an acceptable record

Six (6) months customer service experience

• 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

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance.

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.

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