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destinationone Consulting

Educate patients about the blood collection process. Adhere to safety and infection control protocols. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent; certification in phlebotomy preferred. Strong ...

Canadian Blood Services

Donor Centre Nurse

Kingston, ON · On-site

CA$39.07/hr

In this role, you will assist in the collection of blood and blood products ensuring adherence to all safety protocols and all required documentation is carried out. You will play an integral part in ...

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Canadian Blood Services

Donor Centre Nurse

Brampton, ON · On-site

CA$39.07/hr

In this role, you will assist in the collection of blood and blood products ensuring adherence to all safety protocols, and all required documentation is carried out. You will play an integral part ...

Fresenius Kabi Canada

Logistics Associate

Mississauga, ON · On-site

CA$20 - CA$22/hr

Fresenius Kabi is the global leader in supplying blood collection bags and devices, supporting blood banks and healthcare facilities worldwide. The company's I.V. Generics and Fluids for infusion ...

Fresenius Kabi Canada

Product Release Associate

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

CA$65K - CA$85K/yr

Fresenius Kabi is the global leader in supplying blood collection bags and devices, supporting blood banks and healthcare facilities worldwide. The company's I.V. Generics and Fluids for infusion ...

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How much do blood collection jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for blood collection in Ontario is $20.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are blood collection jobs?

Blood collection jobs involve drawing blood from patients for medical testing, transfusions, donations, or research. Professionals in this field, often called phlebotomists or blood collection specialists, use specialized techniques to safely and accurately collect blood samples. They are responsible for labeling samples, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring patient comfort during the procedure. Blood collection is a crucial part of the healthcare system, as accurate blood samples help diagnose illnesses and monitor health conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a blood collection specialist?

To thrive as a Blood Collection Specialist, you need a solid understanding of phlebotomy techniques, infection control, and specimen handling, typically supported by a high school diploma and a phlebotomy certification. Familiarity with blood collection equipment, labeling systems, and electronic medical records is essential. Attention to detail, steady hands, and strong interpersonal skills help build patient trust and ensure accurate, safe procedures. These skills are crucial for maintaining patient safety, ensuring proper sample collection, and supporting the overall success of healthcare and laboratory services.

What are some common challenges faced by blood collection professionals, and how can they be addressed?

Blood collection professionals often encounter challenges such as managing patient anxiety, ensuring accurate identification and labeling, and maintaining strict safety protocols. To address these, technicians receive training in patient communication and reassurance techniques, follow standardized procedures for specimen handling, and work closely with laboratory and nursing staff to prevent errors. Creating a calm environment and staying organized can help minimize stress and ensure a smooth workflow during busy periods.

What is the difference between Blood Collection vs Phlebotomist?

AspectBlood CollectionPhlebotomist
CertificationsOften requires phlebotomy certificationTypically requires phlebotomy certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, labs, blood drivesHospitals, clinics, laboratories, blood donation centers
Job RolePerforming blood draws, specimen collectionPerforming blood draws, patient preparation, specimen handling
Industry UsageUsed interchangeably in healthcare settingsCommonly used term for the role

Blood Collection and Phlebotomist roles are closely related, often overlapping in duties and required certifications. Both involve drawing blood, preparing specimens, and working in healthcare environments like hospitals and labs. The term 'Blood Collection' is often used broadly, while 'Phlebotomist' specifically refers to the trained professional performing these tasks. Understanding these similarities helps in job searches and career planning within the healthcare industry.

Blood Collection jobs near you
Infographic showing various Blood Collection job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,524 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Nurse Specialist - Cord Blood Collections - Infirmiere specialisee/infirmier specialise

Canadian Blood Services

Ottawa, ON • On-site

CA$39.07 - CA$56/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Guide families through the cord blood donation process, including consent, eligibility screening, collection, documentation, and donor support.

  • Maintain operational standards by ensuring equipment and compliance are met, coordinating staffing needs, and collaborating with hospital teams to maximize donation opportunities.

  • Develop, mentor, and empower team members to deliver high-quality service and ensure safety and quality standards are upheld across collection activities.

Job description

Job posting ID: 9076

Employment status: Regular part-time
Possible schedule/FTE: .50 
Position's anticipated start date: 2026-08-31 

 

Salary/Rate of pay: Starting at $39.07 to $56.00 (credit for previous nursing experience)

Application deadline: 2026-09-08 

  • This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

  • Your up-to-date resume.
  • Job specific cover letter.
  • We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives - including your own. 

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular part-time Nurse Specialist - Cord Blood Collections (Bilingual) to join our dynamic Medical Laboratory & Stem Cell Services team in ON-Ottawa-General Hospital. 

The Medical Laboratory & Stem Cell Services team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by operating several programs that support better outcomes for patients living with the many diseases and disorders that can be treated with stem cell transplants such as leukemia, lymphoma, aplastic anemia, and inherited immune and metabolic disorders. 

Formula for success
  • You will play a pivotal role in giving families the opportunity to make a life-saving difference by guiding them through the cord blood donation journey, from consent and eligibility screening to collection, documentation, and donor support, while ensuring a seamless and positive experience. 
  • You will assist to keep the cord blood collection program running smoothly by maintaining operational excellence, ensuring equipment and compliance standards are met, coordinating staffing needs, and building strong partnerships with hospital teams to maximize every donation opportunity. 
  • You help shape a culture of excellence by developing, mentoring, and empowering team members to deliver their best work and make a meaningful impact on donor and patient experiences. 
  • You are a key advocate for quality and safety, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement, supporting investigations and corrective actions, and helping ensure the highest standards are consistently maintained across all collection activities.
  • You will lead through collaboration and influence by building trusted relationships with donors, healthcare professionals, volunteers, and colleagues, promoting outstanding customer service, and inspiring a high-performing team committed to the success of the Cord Blood Bank.
     
Desired education and skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program; and minimum of three to six years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is require. 
  • Licensed to practice as a Registered nurse in the province of employment is a requirement. 
  • Bilingualism (French) is mandatory
  • Experience in Obstetrical Nursing and/or Labour and Delivery is preferred. 
  • Venipuncture experience is mandatory.
  • Knowledge and/or experience in stem cell collections is an asset
  • Knowledge of adult learning principles, developed skills in design, instruction or facilitation is an asset.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, team building and ability to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team setting as non-hospital employee in a hospital setting 
What we offer you
  • Pro-rated accrued vacation.
  • Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
  • Defined benefitpension plan. 
  • Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources. 
What you can expect
  • Shifts/hours - Shifts are scheduled between Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm including statutory holidays that fall on weekdays. Occasional evenings. Bi-weekly hours: 37.5 
  • Location - Ottawa General Hospital. Occasional travel required to Canadian Blood Services office in Ottawa. 
  • Physical requirements - ability to lift weight up to 10 kg (22 lbs.)


If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives. 

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada's population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.  

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list. 

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

Infirmiere specialisee/infirmier specialise - collecte de sang de cordon (poste bilingue) 

Offre d'emploi no: 9076 

Statut: Permanent a temps partiel 

Horaire possible/ETP: 0,50  

Salaire/taux de remuneration: de 39,07$ a 56,00$ (reconnaissance de l'experience anterieure en soins infirmiers) 

Date limite de candidature: 2026-08-24 

  • L'affichage externe de cette offre d'emploi peut prendre fin avant la date limite indiquee. Nous vous recommandons de postuler des que possible.  

Exigences pour poser sa candidature:  

  • Curriculum vitae a jour. 

  • Lettre d'accompagnement liee au poste. 

  • Nous vous recommandons de conserver une copie de l'offre d'emploi pour pouvoir vous y reporter a chaque etape du processus de recrutement.  

Vous travaillez deja a la Societe canadienne du sang? Vous devez soumettre votre candidature a partir de notre intranet.

Ensemble, nous pouvons faire toute la difference dans la vie de nos concitoyens.  

Joignez-vous a une organisation dynamique, bienveillante et axee sur la collaboration qui a a cur de sauver et d'ameliorer des vies. Chaque jour, des milliers de Canadiens dependent de nos programmes pour recevoir du sang, du plasma, des cellules souches, des organes ou des tissus.  

Poste 

La Societe canadienne du sang cherche a recruter une infirmiere specialisee/un infirmier specialise - collecte de sang de cordon (poste bilingue) pour un poste permanent a temps partiel au sein de son equipe dynamique des laboratoires medicaux et cellules souches, a l'etablissement ON-Hopital d'Ottawa - campus General. 

L'equipe des laboratoires medicaux et cellules souches soutient les activites de la Societe canadienne du sang par divers programmes permettant d'ameliorer les resultats pour les patients atteints d'une des nombreuses maladies qu'il est possible de traiter par une greffe de cellules souches, comme la leucemie, le lymphome, l'anemie aplasique et divers troubles immunitaires ou metaboliques hereditaires.  

Les cles de votre succes 

  • Vous jouerez un role de premier plan pour permettre aux familles de faire un don de sang de cordon qui sauvera des vies. Vous assurerez le deroulement harmonieux et positif du processus de don en les accompagnant a chacune des etapes: obtention du consentement, verification de l'admissibilite, collecte, documentation et soutien aux familles.  

  • Vous contribuerez au bon fonctionnement du programme de collecte de sang de cordon par votre capacite a privilegier l'excellence operationnelle, le respect des normes relatives aux equipements et a la conformite, a coordonner les besoins en personnel et a nouer des partenariats solides avec les equipes de l'hopital afin d'exploiter au mieux chaque occasion de don.  

  • Vous favoriserez l'instauration d'une culture d'excellence en misant sur l'accompagnement, le mentorat et l'autonomisation des membres de l'equipe afin de les amener a se depasser en vue d'ameliorer sans cesse l'experience des donneurs et des patients.  

  • Vous jouerez un role cle en matiere de qualite et de securite qui consistera a identifier de maniere proactive les possibilites d'amelioration, a appuyer les investigations et la mise en place de mesures correctives et a assurer l'application constante des normes les plus elevees dans toutes les activites liees a la collecte.  

  • Vous exercerez votre leadership en misant sur la collaboration et l'influence pour tisser des relations de confiance avec les donneurs, les professionnels de la sante, les benevoles et les collegues, promouvoir un service a la clientele hors pair et motiver une equipe tres performante determinee a assurer le succes de la banque de sang de cordon. 

Formation et competences requises 

  • Un baccalaureat en soins infirmiers obtenu dans le cadre d'un programme agree et un minimum de trois a six annees d'experience pertinente, ou une combinaison equivalente de formation et d'experience, sont exiges. 

  • Vous devez detenir l'autorisation d'exercer la profession d'infirmiere/d'infirmier dans la province ou le poste est affiche. 

  • Le bilinguisme (anglais et francais) est obligatoire.  

  • De l'experience en soins infirmiers en obstetrique ou en salle de travail et d'accouchement est souhaitable.  

  • Il est obligatoire d'avoir de l'experience en matiere de ponctions veineuses.  

  • Des connaissances ou de l'experience dans la collecte de cellules souches constituent un atout.  

  • La connaissance des principes d'apprentissage des adultes et de bonnes aptitudes en conceptualisation, en enseignement et en facilitation sont considerees comme des atouts.  

  • Excellentes aptitudes pour les relations interpersonnelles, le travail d'equipe et la collaboration dans le cadre d'une equipe multidisciplinaire a titre de personne ne faisant pas partie du personnel de l'hopital tout en uvrant en contexte hospitalier.  

Ce que nous vous offrons 

  • Conges annuels accumules au prorata. 

  • Des assurances complementaires (sante, dentaire, vision) pour vous et votre famille.  

  • Regime de retraite a prestations determinees. 

  • Des rabais pour les employes, un programme de bien-etre et des ressources professionnelles. 

Ce a quoi vous devez vous attendre 

  • Quarts/heures de travail: l'horaire de travail est du lundi au vendredi, de 7h a 15h, y compris les jours feries qui tombent un jour de semaine. Travail de soir a l'occasion. Nombre d'heures de travail par periode de deux semaines: 37,5h 

  • Lieu de travail: Hopital d'Ottawa - campus General. Deplacement occasionnel au bureau de la Societe canadienne du sang, a Ottawa. 

  • Exigences physiques du poste: capacite de soulever des boites pouvant peser jusqu'a 10kg (22lb). 

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