Phlebotomist (Plasma Center)

Essential Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Establish rapport with donors to ensure overall service satisfaction
• Conduct routine venipuncture for plasmapheresis and collect donor samples
• Respond and assist with donor reactions during the donation process
• Monitor collection equipment to facilitate the health and safety of the donors
• Set up, disconnect, and operate the plasmapheresis machine to include; troubleshooting, documentation, and evaluation of any message displays
• Disconnect donors by removing the needle from the venipuncture site and dispose of all contaminated disposable equipment into a biohazard container
• Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of plasma auto pheresis machines to include; daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly maintenance of all equipment in the donor floor area
• Maintain equipment and work area cleanliness in between donors
• Responsible for accurate documentation of collection records
• Learn and maintain thorough familiarity and compliance with all state and federal regulations, Standard Operating Procedure Manual, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), and internal Company Procedures
• Thorough knowledge of applicable Company and departmental policies and procedures as well as the willingness to learn and follow any policy or procedure that may be introduced in the future
• Maintain an open line of communication with Management
• Ensure and maintain the confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor during all interactions with donors, fellow employees, and vendors
• Ability to accept performance feedback in a professional manner
• Regular attendance and arriving on time to all scheduled shifts and mandatory meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum one (1) year work experience preferred
• License or certification where required by state

Requirements

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Demonstrate discretion when dealing with confidential information
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines efficiently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching above the shoulders and below the knee
• Ability to sit for extended periods for up to four (4) hours at a time
• Ability to lift, tug, and pull up to fifty (50) pounds

Work Environment

• Typical work environment with moderate noise level
• May be exposed to freezing temperatures for short periods of time
• Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens

Disclaimer

This job description is construed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required.

Experience

Preferred

• 3 months experience or completion of phlebotomy course
• Preferred Experience: Plasma Centers, Blood-Donation Centers, Hospitals, Healthcare, General Patient Care Background

Education

Required

• High School or better

Skills

Preferred

• Phlebotomy Certificate

Behaviors

Preferred

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group