Phlebotomist

Responsibilities Collect plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process, and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Perform all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor set‑up, monitoring, and disconnect. Perform venipuncture on donors to begin the pheresis process in compliance with SOPs and FDA guidelines. Evaluate vein performance to identify problems, make necessary corrections to expedite donation time, and ensure product quality and donor safety. Ensure the donation process is efficient and make adjustments to create a positive donor experience. Educate new donors on the use of therapeutic products made from donated plasma, explain the screening process, health screening tests, appointment system, donation fees, center policies, proper nutrition, and any other pertinent information. Answer donor questions accurately, professionally, and in a timely manner. Maintain alertness to donor reactions, assist with or notify appropriate staff as needed. Use a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents during the pheresis process, such as machine alerts, volume variances, and donor adverse events. Perform calibrations and verify maintenance as outlined in the SOPs; respond to and resolve complex equipment alarms or donor issues. Troubleshoot equipment failures, document incidents, and remove or replace equipment from service. Monitor donor flow on the donor floor to assure continuous turnover; alert the Group Leader or Supervisor of donor flow issues. Collect arm or whole‑blood samples from donors for testing. Ensure accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in SOPs. Understand policies and procedures associated with hyper‑immune programs at the center, if applicable. Maintain a clean, efficient work environment and ensure sufficient operating supplies and forms are available. Follow all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures; promote safety in all actions. Maintain confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information. May be cross‑trained in other areas to meet the needs of the business. Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum twelve (12) months experience in a medical or health‑care environment preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. For centers located in California, the following experience is required: Persons performing automated plasmapheresis procedures must be at a minimum state certified as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I, OR Current Registered Nurse by the State of California. Different qualifications or responsibilities may apply based on local legal and/or educational requirements. Refer to local job documentation where applicable. Pay Information The expected base pay for this position at hiring is $18.68/hour – $22.10/hour. Individual base pay within this range is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies, and other relevant factors. Equal Opportunity Employer CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit the accessibility statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr