Phlebotomist I

Description

Want to Expand

your career-development potential,

your ability to help donors and patients,

and your access to professional opportunities?

We’re growing fast.

[You can, too!]

There are so many ways Octapharma Plasma can enhance your life and your career. Our strong growth is creating great learning and career development opportunities throughout our company, and especially our donation centers. Because you’re someone who loves to learn, enjoys people, and has a real heart to help, we encourage you to join us as a:

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $15.34 and $25.53 per hour; however, unexpected and necessary adjustments or increases may result from Company annual salary increases, if applicable, and or fluctuations in the job market necessitating adjustments to pay ranges. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus and in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off benefits, including parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

This is What You’ll Do:

• Ensures total operation is compliant with state and federal regulations (e.g. FDA approved Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP) to maintain the highest production standards and ensure facility compliance.

• Maintains high level of customer service and positive donor experience in line with company values and culture.

• Maintains cleanliness of work area to ensure a clean and professional environment.

• Reviews and confirms donor identification and maintains donor confidentiality per Standard Operating Procedures.

• Sets up and prepares all equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis procedure.

• Labels and ensures each unit and samples are labeled accurately.

• Execute venipunctures and plasma collection, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

• Operates the automated plasmapheresis machines, including response and evaluation of all machine alarms and alerts, donor adverse events, document exceptions, etc.

• Monitor donor conditions, employing techniques to ensure donor comfort, safety, and the quality of plasma product.

• Maintains proper ratio to ensure donor safety and to quality of product.

• Disconnects the donor and handle the disposal of biohazardous waste and contaminated equipment, including cleaning spills and following safety protocols.

• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly calibration/maintenance of automated plasmapheresis machines and removes and/or replaces equipment from service, if needed.

• Reports all unsafe situations and conditions to management.

• Maintains/stocks adequate inventory and replenish supplies on plasma carts.

• Able to drive training efficiencies to ensure timeliness and compliance.

• Responsible for troubleshooting machine alarms/alerts and perform QCs routinely (defined as daily/monthly) on equipment.

• Performs other job-related tasks as assigned.

  This is What It Takes:

• High school diploma, or equivalent (GED) required.

• Any specific certification or licensing based on State requirements. Minimum three (3) months’ experience in a medical or health care environment or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

• Must have completed documentation of training appropriate for duties, prior to performing duties independently.

• Strong customer service skills required. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal protocol required.

• Basic computer knowledge and skills required.

• Able to make accurate and complete documentation.

• Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals required.

• Ability to speak, read, write (legibly and accurately), and understand English required.

• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.

• Demonstrates consistency and reliability (good attendance, punctual, apply full effort throughout shift, flexibility with assigned schedule) required.

• Ability to work daytime and evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts on a frequent basis required.

• Ability to perform venipunctures required.

• Effective communication skills required. Do Satisfying Work. Earn Real Rewards and Benefits.

We’re widely known and respected for our benefits and for leadership that is supportive and hands-on. Managers who truly want you to grow and excel.

• Formal training

• Outstanding plans for medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health savings account (HSA)

• Flexible spending account (FSA)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• Wellness program

• 401k retirement plan

• Paid time off

• Company paid holidays

• Personal time

The expected base pay for this position at hiring is $17.97-$23.89- $29.86. Please note this wage range reflects what Octapharma Plasma expects to pay for this position at the listed location as of the time of this posting. Individual base pay for a successful candidate within this range is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies and other relevant factors. ​

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Our Benefits ​

Octapharma Plasma offers the following benefits for this full-time position: ​

Options for health care benefits, including choices of plans for medical, dental, and vision, prescription drug coverage; Company-provided basic life insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability; the option to participate in Octapharma Plasma's 401(k) Savings Plan; 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid observed holidays as designated by the Company. ​

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Working at Octapharma Plasma ​

We aspire to create a culture in which our employees feel inspired. You may be motivated to connect with donors, lead donation centers to new heights of excellence, or provide ideas and vision at a corporate level. We welcome you to consider all possibilities and see what positions best fit your interests and talents. Join theOctapharma ( Plasma team ​

​ With donation centers and team members throughout the U.S., Octapharma Plasma is growing at an impressive pace, and so is the positive impact of our work. Forming a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community, Octapharma Plasma offers ways to enhance your life, career, and sense of professional accomplishment to everyone who joins our family. ​

​ Please be advised that, although we may not have an immediate requirement at this time, we are consistently interested in engaging with well-qualified candidates for future opportunities. If you are interested in exploring a career with Octapharma Plasma, please apply. Someone will follow up depending on the current needs, but please be aware correspondence may not be immediate. We expect the application window to close within 60 days from the posting date. Please ensure all applications are submitted before the deadline.

With donation centers and team members throughout the U.S., Octapharma Plasma, Inc. collects plasma to create life-saving medicines for patients worldwide. We are growing at an impressive pace, and so is the positive impact of our work. Our community relies on teamwork, compassion, and expertise to get things done the right way, while making a meaningful difference in the lives we touch.

Interested? Learn more online and apply now at: octapharmaplasma.com And if you know someone else who’d be a great fit at Octapharma Plasma, Inc., please forward this posting along! INNER SATISFACTION. OUTSTANDING IMPACT.

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