Phlebotomist 1

Job Summary

Octapharma Plasma is rapidly growing and looking for a Phlebotomist 1. This role involves ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, maintaining high standards of customer service, and operating plasmapheresis machines to collect plasma safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure total operation is compliant with state and federal regulations (e.g., FDA approved Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP).
• Maintain high level of customer service and positive donor experience in line with company values and culture.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area to ensure a clean and professional environment.
• Review and confirm donor identification and maintain donor confidentiality per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Set up and prepare all equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis procedure.
• Label and ensure each unit and sample is labeled accurately.
• Execute venipunctures and plasma collection, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Operate the automated plasmapheresis machines, including response and evaluation of all machine alarms and alerts, donor adverse events, and documenting exceptions.
• Monitor donor conditions, employing techniques to ensure donor comfort, safety, and the quality of plasma product.
• Maintain proper ratio to ensure donor safety and the quality of product.
• Disconnect donor and manage disposal of biohazard waste and contaminated equipment in accordance with safety protocols.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly calibration/maintenance of automated plasmapheresis machines and handle removal or replacement of equipment from service, if needed.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of necessary records, including Plasmapheresis Machine Logs.
• Report all unsafe situations and conditions to management.
• Maintain and replenish adequate inventory on plasma carts.
• Drive training efficiencies to ensure timeliness and compliance.
• Troubleshoot machine alarms/alerts and perform QCs routinely (daily/monthly).
• Perform other job‑related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, or equivalent (GED) required.
• Specific certification or licensing required based on state requirements.
• Minimum three (3) months’ experience in a medical or health care environment or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Completed documentation of training appropriate for duties before performing duties independently.
• Strong customer service skills required.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal protocol.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills required.
• Ability to make accurate and complete documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrated consistency and reliability (good attendance, punctuality, full effort throughout shift, flexibility with assigned schedule).
• Ability to work daytime and evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts frequently required.
• Ability to perform venipuncture.
• Effective communication skills required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to tug, lift, and pull up to thirty‑five pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel.
• Ability to utilize all required PPE.
• Occupational exposure to blood‑borne pathogens.
• Ability to view video display terminal less than 18” away from face for extended periods.
• Ability to perform precise tasks requiring repetitive small motor skills.
• Ability to use assistive devices if needed for mobility or communication.

Benefits

• Formal training.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA).
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Wellness program.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Company‑paid holidays.
• Personal time.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Interested? Learn more online and apply now at octapharmaplasma.com