Phlebotomist

PhlebotomistWould you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.Our ideal phlebotomist is patient, reliable, and really commits to keep our donors comfortable and happy. Primary responsibilities include assisting in determining the suitability of donors, establishing rapport with donors to ensure overall customer happiness while ensuring donor confidentiality, responding to and assisting with handling donor reactions, monitoring donors and equipment to ensure health of donors and quality of product, setting up, disconnecting, and operating the automated plasmapheresis machines, disconnecting and disposing of all contaminated disposable equipment.Work is performed in a plasma center. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Exposure to electrical office and laboratory equipment. Exposure to extreme cold below 32 degrees F while working in plasma freezer. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments, gloves and cold-gear. Work is performed standing for 6 to 8 hours per day. Bending and twisting neck and waist for 1-2 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Frequent foot movement; may infrequently squat, crouch or sit on one's heels. May walk up to 6-8 hours per day. Light lifting of 15lbs. with a maximum lift of 50lbs. May reach below shoulder height. Hearing acuity essential. Color perception/discrimination, near vision and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to comprehend and follow instructions to complete assigned tasks. Must possess the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Must relate sensitive information to diverse groups.The estimated pay scale for the Phlebotomist role based in Danville, VA, is $16.25/hr per hour. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 4% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays and up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression.Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us!