Phlebotomy Technician
Location: Honolulu, HI
Job Type: Federal
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
Job Description Apply Now
Decypher is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomy Technician to join our team and support the health and readiness of America's servicemembers, veterans, and their families. As a vital member of our healthcare team, the Phlebotomy Technician will play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient blood collection and donor care in partnership with the Defense Health Agency. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to the well-being of military communities and make a meaningful difference every day. Located in Honolulu, Hawaii, this role provides a chance to work within a collaborative and mission-driven environment.
Decypher, established in 2008, is committed to empowering healthcare industry professionals by valuing their expertise and fostering impactful careers. As a leader in providing professional services, technology, and management solutions, our mission is to deliver and support quality care for veterans, servicemembers, and their families nationwide. We invite you to apply your skills and join our team, where your work will be both valued and impactful.
The Phlebotomy Technician is responsible for screening and evaluating potential blood donors, ensuring compliance with Food and Drug Administration regulations, AABB standards, and Armed Services Blood Program guidelines. You will oversee all aspects of the donor process, from medical history review and documentation to blood collection, apheresis procedures, and post-donation monitoring. Maintaining accurate records and ensuring donor safety are central to this role, as is supporting recruitment efforts to encourage future donations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Reviewing and documenting donor medical histories, medications, and travel to determine eligibility in accordance with regulatory and organizational guidelines.
- Performing whole blood collection and donor care procedures in compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations and local policies to guarantee safe products and a positive donor experience.
- Assisting with apheresis procedures, including taking vital signs and conducting secondary assessments to ensure donor suitability and safety.
- Maintaining a high success rate in allogeneic and autologous whole blood collection procedures, as well as scheduling blood, plasmapheresis, and plateletpheresis procedures.
- Monitoring donors during the donation process, observing for and responding to adverse reactions to ensure donor well-being at all times.
- Recruiting donors for future blood donation opportunities and supporting ongoing recruitment initiatives to maintain a robust donor pool.
- Adhering to all regulatory requirements, operating procedures, and quality standards to ensure compliance and the highest standard of care.
- Maintaining and calibrating blood bank equipment and accurately managing all required records and documentation.
This role requires physical capability to lift and move equipment or supplies up to 50 lbs, including blood boxes and mobile collection equipment. Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and twisting are integral to the daily workflow. The position follows a Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm schedule, providing a stable routine with opportunities to interact closely with a diverse donor population.
Decypher is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status (M/F/D/V).
Phlebotomy Technician - Summary- Serve as a critical resource for blood donation and collection processes, supporting the overall mission of improving healthcare for military communities.
- Ensure all donor and equipment management is conducted in alignment with federal and organizational standards.
- Promote a safe, efficient, and positive experience for all donors while upholding the highest standards of care and compliance.
- Screen, interview, and evaluate potential blood donors for eligibility.
- Document medications, medical histories, and relevant travel to assess donor suitability.
- Perform blood draws and assist in apheresis procedures with adherence to established guidelines.
- Monitor and assist donors throughout the donation process, responding to any adverse reactions promptly and professionally.
- Recruit and encourage donors for future participation in the blood donation program.
- Maintain and calibrate equipment, manage records, and support compliance efforts.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient operations and excellent donor care.
- Competitive hourly compensation and health and welfare benefits.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within Decypher.
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment with a focus on work-life balance.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of an accredited donor Phlebotomy program (The Joint Commission or American Society for Clinical Pathology [CAP]).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Certification/registration as determined by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).
- At least 50 successful donor collections performed in an accredited laboratory within the past two years.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Detail-oriented, compassionate, and committed to donor safety and well-being.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with diverse donor populations.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.
- Team player who values collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Physically capable of frequent standing, walking, lifting, and equipment management.
- This position is located in Honolulu, Hawaii, offering a unique opportunity to live and work in a vibrant, multicultural community.
- Applicants must meet all federal, state, and organizational requirements for employment.
- Decypher supports ongoing professional development and values employees who are proactive in maintaining certifications and skills.
- Apply today by clicking the job application button to join a team making a real difference in the lives of military families.
Decypher is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce (M/F/D/V).