Phlebotomist 1

Plasmapheresis Technician

This role is responsible for executing the plasmapheresis process by performing venipunctures.

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.
• Disconnect donor and manage the disposal of biohazard waste and contaminated equipment in accordance with the safety protocols, between donors which can include cleaning of any blood or plasma spills and performs proper procedure for disposition of biohazardous waste.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly calibration/maintenance of automated plasmapheresis machines and removes and/or replaces equipment from service, if needed.
• Maintains accurate and thorough documentation of necessary records, including Plasmapheresis Machine Logs.
• 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.
• Ability 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 function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrated consistency and reliability (good attendance, punctuality, apply full effort throughout shift, flexibility with assigned schedule) required.
• Ability to work daytime and evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts frequently required.
• Ability to perform venipuncture required.
• Effective communication skills required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.

• Ability to tug, lift, and pull up to thirty-five (35) pounds.

• Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel.

• Ability to utilize all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

• Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens.

• Ability to view video display terminal less than 18" away from face for extended periods of time.

• Ability to enter an environment with a temperature of -40C according to SOPs.

• Ability to perform precise tasks that require repetitive small motor skills, such as drawing blood for diagnostic tests.

• Ability to use assistive devices if needed for mobility or communication.

• Ability to work daytime and evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts frequently.

• Ability to use a computer and other office equipment.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to focus and concentrate on tasks for extended periods.

• Ability to navigate the office environment safely, including stairs and elevators (if applicable).

• Ability to travel up to 20% via airplane and vehicle (if applicable).