Phlebotomist

Job Description Summary Responsible for the efficient and effective collection of plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process, and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Responsibilities In compliance with SOPs, performs all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor set‑up, donor monitoring, and donor disconnect. In compliance with SOPs and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines, performs venipuncture on donors to begin pheresis process. Evaluates vein performance of the donor to identify possible problems; makes necessary corrections in order to expedite donation time and ensure product quality and donor safety. Ensures donation process is efficient and makes adjustments when necessary to provide a positive experience for the donor. May educate new donors on the use of therapeutic products made from donated plasma and explain the screening process, health screening tests, appointment system, donation fees, center policies, proper nutrition and other pertinent information. Ensures that all donor questions are answered timely, accurately, and professionally. Maintains alertness to any reaction by donors and assists with reactions or notifies appropriate staff. Uses a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents that occur during the pheresis process, such as machine alerts and alarms, volume variances and donor adverse events. Required to perform calibrations and verify that maintenance has been performed as outlined in the SOPs; required to respond to and resolve complex equipment alarms or donor issues. Troubleshoots equipment failures; creates incident documentation; removes and/or replaces equipment from service. Monitors donor flow on the donor floor to assure continuous turnover and alerts Group Leader or Supervisor of donor flow issues. Collects arm samples or whole blood samples from donors for testing. Ensures the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in SOPs. Understands the policies and procedures associated with hyper‑immune programs at the center, if applicable. Maintains a clean, efficient work environment, and ensures sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed. Follows all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures; promotes safety in all actions. Maintains confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information. May be cross‑trained in other areas to meet the needs of the business. May require bilingual skills, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business. Performs other job‑related duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Internal CSL Employees: Must have successfully completed the CSL Plasma DST training. External candidates: Minimum of 6 months’ experience as a phlebotomist; one year of experience preferable. Preferred: Twelve (12) months of experience in a medical or health‑care environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Working Conditions Ability to complete routine forms or conduct routine oral communications; understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions; see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation. Occasionally perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of time; reach, bend, kneel and have a high level of manual dexterity; occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions; frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures and blood‑borne pathogens. Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain areas. Required to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, national origin or other legally protected classifications. Compensation Expected base pay for this position at hiring is $18.68 per hour – $20.39 per hour. Individual base pay within this range is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies and other relevant factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr CSL Plasma Inc.