Licensed Vocational Nurse - Phlebotomist III

At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.

Work Shift (if applicable)

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Job Description

LVN - Phlebotomist - Mobile Collections & Therapeutic Services

Grade: 118

Salary : $29.03 - $38.33 per hour

Work Schedule: Wed and Thur - Santa Barbara 10:30 am - 7:30 pm

Looking for someone to Work Wed - Sunday or Sunday - Thursday

Some Work will be in Ventura (We provide a Shuttle to get you there and back to Santa Barbara!)

Make a Difference Beyond Traditional Patient Care

At Vitalant, we're united by a shared purpose: helping save lives. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organizations, we offer meaningful career opportunities where your skills, compassion and commitment make a lasting impact.

We're seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with a Blood Withdrawal Certificate to join our Santa Barbara team. This unique position offers the opportunity to provide therapeutic services two days per week while spending your remaining workdays supporting our mobile blood collection operations.

You'll work alongside a dedicated team, develop specialized collection skills and help deliver an exceptional experience for donors and patients.

Schedule

This is a five-day-per-week position offering variety between our Santa Barbara therapeutic services and mobile blood collection operations.

• Wednesday and Thursday: Required workdays providing therapeutic services in Santa Barbara.
• Three additional workdays: Scheduled between Friday and Tuesday based on business needs, supporting our mobile collection division.
• Flexible shifts and travel, including occasional overnight travel, may be required.

What You'll Do

As part of our collection team, you'll perform procedures under direct supervision while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance.

• Perform blood and blood product collections, including apheresis red cell collection, plasmapheresis, plateletpheresis and/or therapeutic apheresis.
• Support therapeutic procedures and patient care at our Santa Barbara location.
• Travel with our mobile collection team to community blood drives, assisting with setup, donor screening, phlebotomy, collection and breakdown.
• Provide exceptional customer service and create a positive, comfortable experience for every donor and patient.
• Maintain accurate records, perform daily quality control and ensure proper handling of blood products.
• Follow established standard operating procedures and applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with teammates to achieve daily collection goals while maintaining a safe, organized work environment.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles and facilities, and drive company vehicles when required.
• Support team training and perform other assigned duties as needed.

What You'll Bring

Required qualifications

• Current California LVN license with a Blood Withdrawal Certificate.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least six months of healthcare-related work experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and accurately document patient and donor information.
• Computer proficiency and ability to follow written procedures.
• Flexibility to work variable shifts and travel as required.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to patient safety and quality care.

A valid California driver's license is preferred.

Benefits That Support You

Your career. Your well-being. Your future.

We believe that supporting our employees is essential to fulfilling our lifesaving mission. Vitalant offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being and professional growth.

• Health & wellness
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, employee assistance and wellness resources, plus Hinge Health support.
• Financial security
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 5% company match, plus health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Career development
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities to help you build your future.
• Time for what matters
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays and wellness-focused benefit options.
• Recognition & perks
• Employee recognition and service awards, discounted event tickets, gym memberships and exclusive employee offers.

If you're an LVN who enjoys hands-on patient care, variety in your workday and being part of something bigger, we'd love to meet you.

Bring your expertise and compassion to Vitalant and help us deliver lifesaving care throughout the Santa Barbara community.

Apply today and make your career a lifesaving one.

#PHLEB

REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION

High School graduate or GED required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

LVN license including Blood Withdrawal Certificate required.

Valid in–state driver's license preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Six months previous work experience in a healthcare related position required.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Must possess the skills and abilities to successfully perform all assigned duties and responsibilities.

Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Must have proficient computer skills.

Must be able to read and comprehend written procedures and instructions.

Must be able to work flexible shifts.

Must have good customer service and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work in a team environment and participate as an active team member.

Ability to travel, including overnights, as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the ability to perform the following (expressed as hours per shift):

Sitting 0-3

Standing 5+

Walking 0-3

Lift (40# Max) 0-3

Carry/move (40# max) 0-3

Push/pull (10# of force max) 0-3

Climbing 0-3

Bend 0-3

Squat 0-3

Kneel 0-3

Reaching above shoulders 0-3

Reaching waist to shoulder 0-3

Reaching knee to waist 0-3

Reaching floor to knee 0-3

Grasp 46086

Handling 46086

Finger dexterity 46086

Pinch 46086

Driving 0-3

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Location

4213 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93110

Job Category

Phlebotomy Services

Contact Information: careers@vitalant.org

If you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together.